Crew Visa（C-visa）is issued to crew member performing his/her duties on board an international train, or on an international airliner, to a sailor on board an international ocean-liner or freighter, and also to their accompanying family members.

C-visa issued by the Chinese Embassy or the Chinese Consulate General is valid for a period of 3 months and up to 1 year with single entry, double or multiple entries based on the bilateral agreement or actual needs. Duration of stay is decided by consular officers in the light of actual need.