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Asked by Fatima from Pakistan | Mar. 05, 2013 10:24
About:Chinese Embassy in Pakistan

which form to use when applying under L Category(Family Visit) Visa,FORM V.2011A OR FORM V.2012A?

Which form should be used for applying under family visit (L category)from Lahore,Pakistan -FORM V.2011A OR FORM V.2012A?
I am confused between these because the embassy website has the Form V.2012A uploaded in its' Download Forms' section,whereas the 'Instructions ' refers to using the FORM V.2011A/B because it states"New application form (Form V.2011A/B) should be used (downloadable from this website). The old application form will NOT be acceptable after 1 July 2011...". So there is an inherent contradiction?
An urgent reply would be appreciated.

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Answered by Neil from UK | Mar. 06, 2013 02:54
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You should use V2012A for application. These two forms are newly released but without introduction. so, they suggest to read old introductions if you need when fill in the new form. Some of other countries also introduced 2012 new version of application forms.
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Answered by Fatima from Pakistan | Mar. 07, 2013 05:31
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thank you so much Neil.Are you a Consulate Officer in UK?:)
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Answered by Neil from UK | Mar. 08, 2013 01:19
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I am not, hope this information is helpful anyway.
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Answered by fatima | Mar. 23, 2013 16:03
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if purpose of my visit is 'visiting friends' only,is that covered by the L category? If it is covered,how am I supposed to provide evidence of my 'friendship' with the inviter?pls answer urgently!thanks.I am a Pakistani national applying from Islamabad,
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Answered by Erica from India | Mar. 25, 2013 21:37
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L should be ok. Invitation letter is required then. The letter should include your personal information, such as name, gender,and date of birth; and purpose of the visit, travel itinerary such as date of entry and exit, places of visit, relationship between you and the inviter, and who will bear the expenses there. Besides, copies of inviter's ID Card (if Chinese); passport information page, valid visa or residence permit (foreigners) are required as well.
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Answered by fatima from Pakistan | Mar. 26, 2013 14:35
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thanks a lot.Does the invitation letter from my friend need to be attested by the local Foreign Office and then sent to me and the embassy in Pak?Or is it okay if the inviter's letter is not attested?
Pls also tell me that do they need health insurance if they are travelling for the first time on L category?If they do, where to get this from?Are there any recognized travel insurance companies which provide for such insurance here?
Thanksss so much!Your help is much appreciated!
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Answered by Leo from USA | Mar. 27, 2013 04:48
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So far as I know, L is issued to visit direct relative. Health insurance is not required. For the invitation letter, I am afraid you have to contact one of the travel agency and join a tour group. Visiting a friend may be refused by the embassy. So, better contact the embassy directly for the latest requirements.
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Answered by Rohan from Sri Lanka | Mar. 28, 2013 20:30
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Hi I am Sri Lanka married and living in Shanghai well there are 2 different meaning with L, one is Family visit L and the other is for Tourist but in Someway it means both the same family L is when u have family over here like me after married so this need a letter from my wife but your suitution if your visiting friends u must get a letter from your friend proving your food and accomdation and lodging . contact the embassy in paskistian and get more information's
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