Notice on Further Extending the Validity Period and Expanding the Scope of the Waiver of Fingerprint Collection for Visa Applications
To further facilitate visa applicants, from the date of issuance to December 31, 2026, Chinese visa authorities abroad will waive fingerprint collection for all applicants applying for short-term visas with a duration of stay of 180 days or less.
Visa applicants for categories D, J1, Q1, S1, X1, and
