China Embassy in The Republic of Korea
Korean nationals seeking to travel to China for sightseeing or family visit purposes need to prepare and/or present the following documents to be able to secure a Tourist/Family Visit Visa: One (1) accurately filled-up China Visa Application Form attached with one (1) recent passport photo (it is important that the residential address and contact number/s are legibly written); A passport with at least four-month validity and one (1) blank Visa page; and, the Registered Permanent Residence Book or Driving License and copies of the same.
The Embassy of China in Korea also advised that if an applicant intends to stay in China for more than 30 days, the name, address and telephone of their relatives or friends in China need be indicated in the Visa Application Form, as well.
Applications for Tourist/Family Visit Visa can entrusted to Travel Agencies that are accredited by the China Embassy in Korea.
According to Visa type, the regular Visa Fee per person in Korean Wan (KRW) are: Single-Entry Visa - KRW 35,000; Double-Entry Visa - KRW 53,000; Multi-Entry Visa with 6-month validity - KRW 70,000; Multi-Entry Visa with 12-month validity KRW 100,000; and, Group Visa - KRW 15,000. On urgent demand, there are options for Expedited Service, with corresponding fees. Credit cards and checks are not acceptable.
Meanwhile, all inquiries related to Visa, passport, notarization and authentication should be directed to the Consular Protection & Overseas Chinese Affairs. Consular districts are located in Seoul, Inchon, Taejon, Kyonggido, Kangwondo, Chungchong Puktodo, and Chungchong Namdo.
Applications for China Visa are accommodated Mondays to Fridays starting 9:00 to 11:30 in the morning, except Korean national holidays such as Korean Festival every 5th of May and China declared holiday such as the Chinese National Day and Mid-Autumn Day on October 1 to 6. It should be noted that the Chinese Embassy in Korea doesn't process China Visa applications sent through post/mail.
Travel to China
Among curious travelers, there is a growing fascination for everything China such that tea culture is very Chinese.But also the warm reception offered by the locals to foreign tourists. With a long history and strong traditions, Chinese are passionate about their nationalism but they are just as open towards differences in culture and beliefs. Chinese, in general, are humble, reserved and respectful. It is shown by their high reverence for their elders and love for children.
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