China Visa for US Citizens
Applying for a China tourist visa without an agency? Find your visa office, gather your documents and follow the steps from online review to passport pickup, with current fees and what to recheck for 2027.
Loading your page…
Places. People. A different perspective.
Look a little closer. Stories, local discoveries and practical guides for a more thoughtful journey.
Applying for a China tourist visa without an agency? Find your visa office, gather your documents and follow the steps from online review to passport pickup, with current fees and what to recheck for 2027.
The reading room
Find a place, a practical answer, or a different way to travel.
Shanghai is where old China meets tomorrow. From the Bund's colonial skyline to the futuristic towers of Pudong, our guide covers the essential experiences for first-time visitors to China's most dynamic city.
1 of 1 story
From a good read to a great journey
A neighbourhood you want to wander. A flavour you want to find. Turn what caught your eye into a trip that feels like you.