How long before foreigners apply for visas in China, do they need to apply for invitation letters?

When foreigners come to China to apply for visas, the processing time of the invitation letter varies according to the specific situation and the processing agency. Generally speaking, it is recommended to start processing invitation letters 1-2 months in advance. Here are some common situations:

1. Government departments or foreign affairs offices handle:
If the invitation letter is processed through relevant government departments in China (such as the Foreign Affairs Office), it usually takes about 5 to 10 working days, but some regions may vary due to factors such as application volume and review status. For example, some places may promise to deliver within 5 working days, but if further verification of application materials is required, the processing time may be extended.

2. The company handles business visa invitation on its own: if a domestic company handles business visa invitation for foreigners, the company also needs a certain time to prepare materials and internal approval process. In addition, the review time after submitting the application to the relevant departments may take about 2-4 weeks as a whole. Especially for companies that are first-time applicants or unfamiliar with the process, the time spent may be longer.

In order to ensure that foreigners can successfully obtain Chinese visas and come to China on time, it is best to plan in advance and handle the invitation letter as soon as possible. Meanwhile, it is important to pay attention to the validity period and other relevant information of the invitation letter.

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