Who can apply 

Transit Visa (G-visa) is issued to those who are going to transit through the Chinese mainland to a third country (or region).

How to apply 

Apply for the visa online at the Chinese Visa Application Service Center. 

Documents required

• Original passport 
• One Visa Application Form completed online, printed and signed by hand 
• A color passport photo taken within 6 months
• An onward air (train or ship) ticket with confirmed date and seat to the destination country or region.

Click here to see the checklist for applying for a G visa.

How to extend your visa 

If you are in Shanghai and want to extend your G visa, you can apply to the Exit-Entry Administration of the Shanghai Municipal Public Security Bureau. 

Address: No 1500 Minsheng Road, Pudong New Area

Open: Monday to Saturday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

You can make an appointment at the website of Government Online-Offline Shanghai. 

Required documents

• The applicant's original, valid passport and visa
• A completed Visa and Residence Permit Application Form for Foreigners, and then go to the exit-entry administration of the Shanghai Public Security Bureau in person to take a free photograph
• A letter of proof from the receiving organization and its registration certificate
• An air, boat, or train ticket to the destination country (region) with a confirmed date and seat.

Click here for more information about applying for a G-visa extension.

Service hotline

If you have issues with your visa application, call 021-12367, the service hotline of the Shanghai Exit-Entry Administration Bureau.