Hi,

we read all the posts but are still not 100% sure if it is mandatory to have a Korean Alien Residence Permit to apply for a Chinese tourist visa in South Korea.

So, our basic question is: Does the Chinese embassy (through an agency) issue tourist visas to foreigners in Korea that do NOT have an Alien Residence Permit?

Thanks a lot!

Edwin

p.s. an email address of a Korean designated travel agency who can help us getting a Chinese tourist visa would be very helpful.