K签证申请流程
K Visa Application Process
The K Visa application process is handled through China's New COVA System, a platform designed to simplify both online and offline submissions. Officially launched on October 1, 2025, the K Visa removes the need for employer sponsorship during the application stage.
K签证的申请流程通过中国的新COVA系统进行处理，该平台旨在简化在线和离线提交。K签证于2025年10月1日正式推出，在申请阶段无需雇主担保。
申请前准备
Before You Apply
To begin, head to the New China Online Visa Application System (New COVA System) at https://cova.mfa.gov.cn. This digital system conducts an initial review before requiring any physical documentation.
首先，请前往新的中国在线签证申请系统（新COVA系统），网址为<https://cova.mfa.gov.cn>。该数字系统会在要求任何实体文件之前进行初步审查。
Fill out the online application by providing your STEM credentials, educational background, and details about your planned activities in China. You'll also need to upload general visa documents, such as your passport bio-page and a recent passport-sized photo. The system may prompt you to upload additional credentials if necessary.
在线填写申请表，提供您的STEM资质、教育背景以及您计划在中国进行的活动详情。您还需要上传一般签证文件，例如护照资料页和近期护照照片。如果系统提示，您可能需要上传额外的资质文件。
For U.S. naturalized citizens who previously held Chinese nationality, submitting your naturalization certificate along with the original of your most recent Chinese passport is mandatory. If you're applying from outside your home country, you must also provide proof of legal U.S. residence.
对于之前持有中国国籍的美国归化公民，提交归化证书以及您最近的中国护照原件是强制性的。如果您在本国以外的地方申请，您还必须提供在美国合法居留的证明。
Once your online application is complete, submit it for a preliminary review. You'll receive updates on your application status through the system, including a confirmation email when it's time to move to the next step. After the online review is approved, you'll need to prepare for the physical submission stage.
完成在线申请后，提交以进行初步审查。您将通过系统收到申请状态更新，包括在进入下一步时的确认邮件。在线审查通过后，您需要准备进行实体提交阶段。
如何提交申请
How to Submit Your Application
When your application status changes to "Passport to be submitted" or "Approved", print the Visa Application Certificate, which includes a barcode. This document is crucial for the physical submission process.
当您的申请状态变为“护照需提交”或“已批准”时，请打印带有条形码的签证申请证书。该文件对于实体提交过程至关重要。
Visit the designated Chinese Visa Office or Visa Application Service Center with your current passport. If you have older passports containing Chinese visas or residence permits issued within the last five years, bring those along. Make sure your current passport has at least six months of validity remaining.
携带当前护照前往指定的中国签证办公室或签证申请服务中心。如果您有过去五年内签发的包含中国签证或居留许可的旧护照，请一并携带。确保您的当前护照至少还有六个月的有效期。
If your photo doesn't meet the guidelines, update it and upload a compliant version to avoid delays.
如果照片不符合指南，请更新并上传符合要求的版本，以避免延误。
Complete the required fingerprinting at the designated center. Note that applicants for short-term stays (less than 180 days) with single or double entries are exempt from fingerprinting between September 2, 2024, and December 31, 2025.
在指定中心完成所需指纹采集。请注意，2024年9月2日至2025年12月31日期间，短期停留（少于180天）且为单次或两次入境的申请人免于指纹采集。
Pay the visa and service fees using acceptable payment methods like credit cards, money orders, cashier's checks, or cash. Processing fees vary based on location. Once you've secured your visa, you can proceed to the necessary steps after arriving in China.
使用信用卡、汇票、银行支票或现金等可接受的支付方式支付签证和服务费用。处理费用因地点而异。一旦您获得了签证，您就可以继续在中国入境后的必要步骤。
在中国入境后
After Arriving in China
Once you have your K Visa, there are several important steps to follow to comply with local regulations:
一旦您获得了K签证，有几个重要步骤需要遵循以符合当地法规：
Register with local police: If you're staying in private accommodation, this must be done within 24 hours of your arrival.
向当地警方登记：如果您住在私人住所，必须在您到达后24小时内完成。
Apply for a residence permit: Obtain this permit within 30 days of arrival to confirm your legal status for an extended stay. The permit is also essential for accessing services like opening a bank account or signing a rental agreement.
申请居留许可：在到达后30天内获得此许可，以确认您延长停留的合法身份。该许可对于开设银行账户或签署租赁协议等服务也是必不可少的。
Complete a medical examination: If you haven't already undergone a comprehensive medical check before arriving, schedule one at a designated health facility. These exams typically include blood tests and chest X-rays, as required by local guidelines.
完成体检：如果您在到达前尚未进行全面体检，请在指定的医疗机构安排一次。这些检查通常包括血液检查和胸部X光，具体要求请参考当地指南。
As the Ministry of Foreign Affairs continues to finalize the detailed application procedures, it's a good idea to stay updated through official Chinese embassy websites or consult immigration professionals for the most current requirements.
随着外交部继续完善详细的申请程序，通过中国驻外使馆的官方网站或咨询移民专业人士了解最新要求是个好主意。
处理时间和费用
Processing Times and Costs
Applying for a K Visa comes with specific fees, and temporary reductions will be in effect until December 31, 2025.
申请K签证需要支付特定费用，临时减免措施将一直持续到2025年12月31日。
Government fees include:
政府费用包括：
U.S. citizens: $140 USD (around 1,008 RMB) for any type of entry
美国公民：任何类型的入境签证费用为140美元（约合1008元人民币）。
Non-U.S. citizens:
非美国公民：
$23 USD for single entry
单次入境：23美元
$34 USD for double entries
两次入境：34美元
$45 USD for multiple entries (6-month validity)
多次入境（有效期6个月）：45美元
$68 USD for multiple entries (12-month validity)
多次入境（有效期12个月）：68美元
If you need expedited processing, it costs an extra $25 USD per visa.
如果需要加急处理，每份签证额外收取25美元。
Besides government fees, you might encounter additional charges, such as service center and translation fees. The China Visa Application Service Center charges a service fee, which varies depending on the location. For instance, one center updated its standard service fee to $25 USD starting August 5, 2025.
除了政府费用外，您可能还会遇到其他费用，例如签证申请服务中心和翻译费用。中国签证申请服务中心收取服务费，该费用因地点而异。例如，自2025年8月5日起，一个签证申请服务中心将其标准服务费调整为25美元。
Translation services for documents, which are mandatory for all non-English paperwork, cost between 300–500 RMB ($42–70 USD) per certificate.
对于所有非英文文件，翻译服务是强制性的，每份证书的翻译费用在300-500元人民币（约合42-70美元）之间。
When paying at Chinese embassies in the U.S., only Visa or MasterCard credit cards are accepted. Other payment methods like cash, personal checks, or online payments are generally not allowed. Keep in mind that visa application fees are non-refundable, even if your application is denied.
在美国的中国使馆支付时，仅接受Visa或万事达信用卡。通常不接受现金、个人支票或在线支付等其他支付方式。请注意，签证申请费用是不可退还的，即使您的申请被拒绝也是如此。
Lastly, the absence of clear guidelines for K Visa requirements may lead to the need for additional consultations.
最后，K签证要求的不明确指导方针可能导致需要进行额外咨询。
成功申请的技巧
Tips for a Successful Application
Filing a proper K Visa China application can save you a lot of time and stress. Success comes down to careful preparation, smart timing, and working with reliable partners who know the ins and outs of China's visa process.
正确提交K签证中国申请可以为您节省大量时间和压力。成功取决于精心准备、合理安排时间以及与了解中国签证流程的可靠合作伙伴合作。
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