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Is it possible to get a tourist visa into China without getting an inviting letter. I am married to a Chinese lady and she is currentlyin beijing. I am in Australia, I want to make a surprise visit to see her. We are currently waiting for approval for a spousal visa for her to come to Austrlaia>
11 years 40 weeks ago in Visa & Legalities - China
JohnJohn:
I have been coming to China since 1997, and probably have had more than 10 tourist visas issued under my name. and I never showed anyone, or was requested, an invitation letter( I am from USA). But if they do ask for one in Australia, why not submit a copy of your marriage certificate to a
Chinese national, I am sure they will accept it.
get a hotel booking, flight booking and write correct data in form, should be enough for short time visa
marriage certificate could be useful in attachment - as Happy said
I too have gotten a tourist visa on a few occasions without the invite letter. Happy's post was spot on..........again.
You need a hotel reservation, the visa form asked me how much money I had to spend, if I had health insurance. A first time tourist visa is single entry for up to 30 days. You may be able to extend that in China if you need to.
Shining_brow:
A query, Ted. I've lived in China for 3 years (Z), but no L visa (IIRC)... how long do you think I could get on a new L visa?
TedDBayer:
I applied and got a one year , 90 day stay L visa, the 90 day isn't listed as an option, so I don't know what they will grant. Maybe you could ask for more time or longer visa.
John I'm from Australia. I have never been asked to supply any invitation letter to my L visa applications. Fill out the form hand it in wait 3 days and get your visa.