Before You Apply
Visa Categories
Understand visa categories, application steps and supporting documents.
Official Requirements
Member Support
J1 Visa
J2 Visa
The J1 category is intended for resident foreign journalists working for foreign news organisations stationed in China. It applies where the intended period of stay exceeds 180 days.
Source: Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the United States of America
The J2 category is intended for foreign journalists travelling to China for short-term news coverage, with an intended stay of no more than 180 days.
Source: Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the United States of America
After entering China with a J1 visa
The J2 category is intended for foreign journalists travelling to China for short-term news coverage, with an intended stay of no more than 180 days.
Source: Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the United States of America
Before applying
Applicants should confirm:The correct visa category for the planned assignment.The supporting documents required from the employing news organisation.Any invitation, notification or approval documents required by the relevant authorities.The process applicable at the Chinese embassy, consulate or visa centre serving the applicant’s place of residence.Post-arrival registration and residence-permit requirements.
Official guidance
Current visa applications should be completed through the official Chinese visa application system and the appropriate embassy, consulate or authorised visa centre.
Club disclaimer
The Club cannot sponsor visas, issue press credentials or guarantee the approval of an application. Members may contact the Club for general community guidance, but all formal matters must be handled through the applicant’s employer and the relevant authorities.