Visa Types for International Students

According to the related regulations, international students coming to study in China should apply for an X1 visa (for a study period of more than 180 days), or an X2 visa (for a study period of less than 180 days). 

Without the correct student visa, students will not be able to register at IWHR.

X1 Visa:

X1 Visa issued to those undertaking long-term study in Mainland China (more than 180 days). 

Students holding an X1 visa must apply within 30 days after entry for a residence permit, otherwise it constitutes illegal residence.

X2 Visa:

X2 Visa issued to international students who will study for fewer than 180 days. 

The validity period of X2 visa is indicated on the visa page.

Kind Reminder:

• International students studying in China must possess ordinary passports with either visa for study (X1 or X2 type).
• International students entering China with other types of visas may not be able to apply for student's visa or residence permit, and therefore may not be accepted for enrollment. In this case, all the consequences shall be assumed by the student in person.
• If your visa got expired, or students don’t update accommodation registration information, you already broke the law, and your stay in China will be counted as illegal, students will receive warning, detention or deported. The fines will apply as well (￥500/day). If you have those records in file, you will be automatically disqualified for the scholarship application. Please apply for the new visa on time before it is expired.

Accommodation Registration

According to the related laws and regulations, International students who live or stay in accommodations other than hotels should apply for the accommodation registration within 24 hours after entering into China. 

For the students living on campus, please apply for the accommodation registration at the nearest police station or from the website: https://zwfw.gaj.beijing.gov.cn/zsdj/zsdj-q/#/Announcement

If your address, passport or visa information have been changed, you should renew the  accommodation  registration within 10 days.

False registration, overdue registration or non-registration will bear corresponding legal responsibility.

Residence Permit

International Students with X1 visa should apply the Residence Permit from Division of Exit-Entry Administration, Beijing Municipal Public Security Bureau within 30 days from the date of entry. 

Address: Exit-Entry Administration Reception Hall of Beijing Municipal Public Security Bureau: No.2, Dong Avenue, An Ding Men, Dongcheng District, (the southeast corner of Bei Xiao Jie Bridge, Second Ring Road).

Website: https://zwfw.gaj.beijing.gov.cn/rp/

Tel: 010-84020101

Working Hour: Mon.-Sat. 9.00-17.00.

Required Documents:

1)     Residence Permit application Form (apply and appoint online) 

2)     3.5 X 5.3cm full face recent photo with white background 

3)     Valid passport and copies

4)     Admission Notice and copies 

5)     JW202 form and copies 

6)    Accommodation registration form and copies