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How to apply for a port e-visa

Intl Services Shanghai| Updated: Jul 25, 2024 L M S

China has launched a port e-visa service in Shanghai for foreigners invited by enterprises at the Lin-gang Special Area of China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone, effective July 12, 2024.

Over 1,300 eligible companies and institutions can now apply for port e-visas for expats.

Applicable Visa Categories 
  • Visit (F)

  • Business and Trade (M)

  • Talent (R)

  • Work (Z)

  • Private Affairs (S2)

Number of Entries Allowed

  • Single

Entry Validity

  • 15 days from the date of issuance

Duration of Stay 

  • Not exceeding 30 days

Port of Entry

  • All open ports in Shanghai

Port of Exit

  • Any open port in China

How to apply for an e-visa

  • Registered enterprises can submit visa application information on behalf of the applicants at the Online Platform for Government Affairs of the Exit-Entry Administration Bureau of the Shanghai Public Security Bureau.

  • After the electronic port visa is issued, enterprises can download the PDF file for the "Port E-Visa Confirmation letter".

A sample of the Port E-Visa Confirmation letter

Living in Lin-gang

  • Address No 200 Shengang Avenue, Pudong New Area, Shanghai, China
  • Zip Code 201306
  • TEL +86-21-68283063
  • FAX +86-21-68283000
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