uk national applying for china visa

Question

Hi, I am a UK national backpacking and would like to know if I can apply for a China visa in HK? It doesnt seem clear if I can as I will not be a resident yet I am not on the list mentioned above saying you cant apply if you are a non resident from a certain country. Clarification would be appreciated. Failing that can I apply from South Korea?

Rona · Answer

The policies in HK are kind of obscure. In principle, you can't apply from there because you don't have HK residency. However, in real practice, you can possibly get it from Hong Kong with the help of agencies. I don't advise you to apply from South Korea, because it seems that you need to hold an ARC card valid for at least six month if you apply from there.

Lukeyta · Answer

Thanks so much. How do I get a 6 months valid ARC card?

Rona · Answer

If you just go to South Korea for short-term, it's impossible for you to acquire the ARC card. It's issued to those who stay there for long time.

what are the requirements of a british national applying for a single entry... Asked by alice from Philippines \| Dec. 23, 2012 23:49	1 answer
Living in UK but EU national Asked by Steve from UK \| Jun. 05, 2015 22:32	1 answer
About uk refugee travel document Asked by Gulinder from United Kingdom \| Aug. 02, 2017 21:16	1 answer
Is there an age restriction for UK nationals applying for a Z visa? Asked by Rob Handyside from UK \| Jun. 26, 2012 22:00	1 answer
Do I need a visa to travel to China (Shenyang) as UK national? Asked by Mr.Clement from United Kingdom \| Apr. 06, 2011 23:11	1 answer
Irish Passport Holder Asked by Nicola from England \| Mar. 09, 2013 01:11	1 answer

UK national applying for China visa