Hello,

I am a German citizen and now I am an exchange student in Winnipeg. I would like to visit a friend in China (Qingdao)in April for 3 or 4 weeks. Could you please tell me, which kind of visa do I need? And where do I have to apply? Directly at the Embassy or by a travel agency? And how much do I have to pay? And do I have to buy a ticket in advance? Can I pay for the visa with my German credit card?
Thank you in advance for your assistance