Once you have received your acceptance letter from a Chinese university, you will need to start preparing for life in China.

During the preparation stage, there are numerous aspects to think about. In addition to asking friends, the simplest way to find out is to conduct an online search.

So which website should you visit first? Here is a summary of links to websites you should know before studying in China. We hope this guide will make your study in China easier!

Official websites of universities

If you want more information about the university you are attending, you can search the name of the university on the internet and visit their official website.

Chinese Testing Website

https://www.chinesetest.cn/ (access by copying and pasting into your browser)

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This is the official website for HSK and other Chinese language tests. On the website, you can choose from seven different languages, including Chinese, English, and Japanese. You can take practice tests, learn about test guidelines, download practice test questions, etc.

You can also check the website for nearby test venues, test details, and test schedules when you plan to apply for the HSK test.

Center for Language Education and Cooperation

http://www.chinese.cn/page/#/pcpage/mainpage (access by copying and pasting into your browser)

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The Center for Language Education and Cooperation is a non-profit professional educational institution for Chinese language education, and it is affiliated with the Chinese Ministry of Education. You can simply access the online Chinese learning resources needed to better comprehend and learn Chinese from this website.

Websites for visa requirements

After receiving your acceptance letter and other necessary documents from your institution, you can begin preparing your China visa application. The following websites will assist you in comprehending visa policies and application requirements:

Chinese embassies and consulates

You can visit the website of the Chinese Embassy or Consulate website for your country to get information on the specific requirements needed for the Chinese study visa application, procedure, and fees.

Once you have prepared your valid passport, original letter of acceptance, and other required documents, you can schedule an appointment and go to the Chinese embassy or consulate in your country or other designated location to submit your documents for a study visa to China.

National Immigration Administration

https://en.nia.gov.cn/ (access by copying and pasting into your browser)

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The National Immigration Administration of the People's Republic of China is responsible for managing the stay and permanent residence of foreigners.

You can use this website to learn about the policies and administrative regulations regarding entering and exiting China. You can also view the requirements, application procedure, and required documents for visa applications.

Municipal public security bureaus

Within 30 days of entering China with an X1 student visa, you should apply for a study residence permit in person at the exit and entry administration department of local public security bureaus.

Visa application procedures and policies differ slightly between cities. You can obtain this information by searching "Immigration Services" on Google, Bing, Baidu, etc. for the public security bureau of the city you are residing.

Local government websites

Each city government platform in China provides various channels for information inquiry and processing. You can get these links by searching "XXX People's Government" on Google, Bing, Baidu, and other search engines.

CCTV

https://english.cctv.com/ (access by copying and pasting into your browser)

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CCTV.com is a leading news website that also features video content. The website is offered in multiple languages, including Chinese, English, Spanish, French, Arabic, and Russian.

The majority of video programs are available for free. The website provides news on finance, sports, travel, cuisine, health, documentaries, etc.