Where should I apply for a visa?

To apply for a visa, you should go to the destination country, embassies and consulates in China, travel agency or visa agency, and the online visa system of the destination country.

Destination country embassies and consulates in China: Many countries have embassies and consulates in China in China, so you can apply for a visa at the embassy or consulate. It should be noted that different countries have different visa processing procedures and requirements, so it is necessary to inquire about relevant information and prepare the required materials.

Travel agencies or visa agencies: Some travel agencies or visa agencies can provide visa agency services, and the agency process is relatively simple, but they need to pay agency fees, and not all countries can do so.

Online visa system in destination country: Some countries provide online visa systems, where applicants can submit visa applications and materials online, then pay the fees according to the instructions of the system, and mail the paper materials to the embassy or consulate in China, the destination country.

Visa processing flow:

1. Submit a valid passport and various documents related to the application.

2. Fill in and submit the visa application form. Different visas have different forms. Most of them should be filled out in foreign languages and photos should be provided at the same time.

3. Go to the country's embassy and consulate to meet officials. Some countries stipulate that all immigration applicants must meet in person before making a decision. Some countries also require interviews to apply for non-immigrant visas.

4. The embassy or consulate will submit the completed visa application form and necessary supporting materials to the domestic authorities for examination and approval. The embassies and consulates of a few countries have the right to issue visas directly, but they still need to be submitted to the domestic authorities for the record.

5. After going to the competent department of the host country for necessary examination and approval, notify the embassy or consulate in that country of the examination and approval opinions, and issue visas to those who agree; If you refuse, you will also inform the applicant.

6. Pay the visa fee. Generally speaking, when submitting a visa application, you must pay the fee first. Some countries only charge fees when the visa application is successful. Generally speaking, immigrant visa fees are slightly higher and non-immigrant visa fees are slightly lower. In some countries and regions, visas are free.