Consulate General of the People's Republic of China in Chicago

You do not need appointment

Yes you can and you do not need any other forms. As long as you are getting a visa also.

Form V.2013 along with a photo, proof of legal stay, your airline ticket and hotel reservations OR an invitation letter with name, age, address, gender, birthdate (all of you and the inviter), general idea of the itinerary with a picture of the inviter's ID. You'll also need your passport

Street parking is available.

I have a question about facial identification recognition part. I got stuck there for 2 weeks after I used the app on the phone. BTW, how did you make an appointment? They don't pick up the phone at all.

How to authenticate in reality

I don't. I've only met Zhao Weiping in 2013.

You can send them an email and ask them. They are working though email. The office are closed.

it should be OK. . . Or can you first check the issuing place of your ID card? Get the consular certificate sent to the consulate

She'll have to do it online. I tried going up there last month to apply for a Z visa, and the consulate has been closed since last year.

They don't, unless it's a life/death situation.

They have a email on there website to contact them.

They will process a work Visa but you have to have the following. Your invitation letter from company, a (PU) letter from the provincial government in China. Once you have these letters email the consulate and request an appointment. You have to have an appointment. They normally will not take walk ins at the consulate because of Covid protocol.

I've been told you need a negative result within 72 hours of travel. Don't know if type of test matters. I'm still waiting for a visa appointment.

Lisa, I'm in the same situation. When I went to the Consulate, there was a sign at the security desk with an email address to request an appointment to submit my PU letter, passport and visa application. That was a few days ago and no reply yet, though the security guard said everyone she's seen write down the email, she's seen them again, which sounded promising. Good luck!

1. Why do you want to go to China if you want to diss CCP? If that’s what you indeed to do, then go to westernized countries like Taiwan or Hong Kong. Singapore is not a great option, as many Singaporeans are not brainwashed by western propaganda, they have complaints about certain issues, but are not anti-Communists. 2. All citizens have the right to say whatever they like about the government in China, but nothing I’ll should be said in public platforms. Now, you can criticize a politician though, that is no problem. Just not the government.

You can replace it there. Not sure how long though.

http://www.chinaconsulatechicago.org/chn/qzhz/t1725847.htm

January 27/28 Close, 29 Open.

If you look on the cvsc website they will give you detailed directions, even if you don't pay for their service

No. You have to go there for finger scan but he can pick for you.

Yes, you can pick up sometime else's visa IF you have that pink receipt for it.

You don't need appointment. It is walkin

I will recommend to call Chicago consulate.

Set a second appointment if you are unable to cancel the first

Nope. You have to go there In person for finger scan.

To pick up, no. But get permission. To apply, yes.

Scam.

Probably a scam, in any case the Chinese embassy isn’t the place that controls this. The Chinese embassy controls who can enter China. You’ll want to talk to US immigration about bringing someone here.

My advise will be to qo to their website because the details are well explained there.

Can't answer. Please call consulate or embassy. Thanks

Carry both passports, unless any of your information changed (name, etc) in which you may need a new visa https://www.traveldocs.com/blog/Valid-10-Year-Chinese-Visa-in-Expired-U.S.-Passport-blogpost91

You have to go personally to the Consulate but to be sure check their website to follow all the necessary steps you need to do. That would be my advise.

Well you need too come in so they can give some special paperwork...

I don't think so. Just buy a ticket after you send some resume to company and get any offers. Good luck.

Walk in but make sure to get there early to avoid waiting for several hours

Check the website, it has most it the information.

No.

No appointments. You take a number when you arrive & are called to the counter when it's your turn.

I am fine. The URL here is correct.

You can....

Yes, they do not take appointments. Be sure to fill out the application online, print it and take it with you.

If it is a Chinese passport, it will take 2 to 3 weeks, they will email you.

No but I do recommend going early; everyone gets a ticket number and they go in order.

Indian passport need Vida. Check with Consulate.

Nope, it takes a week or two and you can't opt to have it mailed to you. However, there's a visa service company inside the building, you can list them as a person/agent able to pick up your visa in person, then they will mail it to you. That's what I did because I live 5 hours from Chicago

No

Q2 your passport must be valid for at least one year

If they haven't changed it since I got mine they don't require a minor to be there I just have to the parents signature... the child signature and the child's passport and all their information

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It's fine. they'll keep it for awhile.

If you have a confirmed flight ticket leaving Shanghai in less than 72 hours and holding a US passport with more than a year validity, you should be ok.

I think you can call to ask, it will be faster

Visa takes 4 days if you have everything prepared. The application is online and must be filled up typed not by hand.

try Minneapolis

Yes. Per the instructions online, you need a photocopy of the of the front and back of the inviter's Chinese ID card. http://www.chinaconsulatechicago.org/eng/ywzn/qzhz/qz/t1241441.htm

From website: Processing Time Regular service: 4 business days Express service: 2-3 business days Rush service: 1 business day. Available only in extreme emergencies and subject to approval by the consular officer. Note: 1. The above processing time is average and for reference only. Some applications may require longer processing time that a pick-up date cannot be confirmed until notified by the Visa Office. 2. Processing time for visa to HKSAR or Macao SAR visa does not apply. (Check more info here)

In the past you were able to pay for expedited service. I'm not sure if this is still available but it's an extra fee. In that case you would be able to give them all of your information in the morning, and then be able to come back and get your visa that afternoon.

You don’t need a visa to visit hong kong, but you can only stay there for 90 days. You will need a US Passport. A visa is required if you want to cross the border into mainland China. My wife is a US citizen and we travel there frequently.

I was told I have to visit the Chinese Consulate and petition for the visa.

I usually end up paying for parking in a building. You may find parking on the street but I would imagine it's metered. I wouldn't count on finding a spot though. It's going to cost you around $20 maybe in an outside of 35 if you can't find. Have a nice day!

No, it wont. You need a very specific photo size. 33mm wide, 48mm tall. Between 3 and 5mm of space between the top of the pic and the top of your head. Between 28 and 33mm from the top of your head to the bottom of your chin. The consulate does have a photo machine on site.

If there is one it won't be free. You can find street parking if you are lucky. Proximity 4 dollars per hour

not sure, check with the consulate, good luck!

You can pick it up any day after the "ready" date

1.Complete your application all typed on computer. 2. Put passport size photo on it. 3. Photocopy first page of your passport that has your photo. 4. Bring itinerary of your trip with hotel booking OR invitation letter from Chinese citizen (also copy of his Chinese id card )

I called, but it was always mailbox-.-

Sorry. You need to call the consulate directly. Their # is in the website.

Yes, I did too

Yes. Take blue line to Clark/Lake. Then walk 10 minutes Or take bus 22 or 36