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Asked by Scotty from usa | Jun. 16, 2013 22:54
About:China Visa Entries / Validity / Duration of Stay

Hey, I am new to the passport and visa thing and I want to visit my girlfriend in China for 9 months if I can. Is this possible with the L type?

If there is any other information that I need to know please, help me out. Thank you!

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Answered by Hank | Jun. 17, 2013 02:14
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I don't think so. The duration for L type is usally 30 days and you can extend it two times at most. Thus, you can stay in China for 3 months at most. Then you need to leave and apply for another one.
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Answered by Scotty | Jun. 17, 2013 09:24
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My girlfriend said that I will need to go to the local Public Security Bureau to renew it. Do you know if this is true? Also, is there any other type that will allow me to stay longer? Thank you! and what will I need to do?
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Answered by Hunk | Jun. 18, 2013 01:34
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Yes, it is true. But as I know, you can extend it at most twice. Presently, you are only eligible to apply for a tourist L.
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Answered by Scotty | Jun. 18, 2013 11:42
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Okay, thank you Hank, this information has helped me a lot I really appreciate it, but how long does it allow me to stay in total if I renew it twice? Cause I looked and it says it will allow you 30days to 3months to stay, now do I ask for 90 days (3months) if that is what I want?
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Answered by Hunk | Jun. 19, 2013 03:15
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A tourist L is generally issued with 30 days as duration. For L extension, it is also issued with 30 days each. So, you are allowed to stay for 3 months in total. You can ask for a longer duration to your application form, but the consular officers have right to make the final decision.
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Answered by Scotty | Jun. 19, 2013 09:47
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Okay, so can I just get a new one over there? so I don't have to come back to the USA and then Fly back again
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Answered by Hunk | Jun. 20, 2013 04:06
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You can only do extension there. Otherwise, you have to exit and apply for a new one outside of mainland. At present, it is possible for you to apply in HK. You can also contact a travel agency for the latest requirements.
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Answered by Scotty | Jun. 20, 2013 13:57
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Okay, so where is Mainland? I am sorry I am so dumb. Just trying to make sure I have the correct information. and I could also get one in Hong Kong?
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Answered by Hunk | Jun. 21, 2013 03:02
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Sorry, I mean mainland China. It is ok for you to apply in HK.
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Answered by Scotty | Jun. 21, 2013 09:45
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It's okay, So if it runs out after my 2 time renewal, I can apply for a new one in Hong Kong?
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Answered by Hunk | Jun. 22, 2013 03:53
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Yes.
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Answered by Scotty | Jun. 23, 2013 11:49
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Okay, thanks I appreciate all of you help
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