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New Chinese Visa Rules for 2014
February 6th, 2014
If you're planning a trip to China, you should be aware that Chinese visa regulations have changed over the past year. Here's a summary of the changes, all of which became effective on September 1st, 2013:
New Visa Types
M Visa- Previously, business trips to China required an F visa. Now, under the new Chinese visa rules, you would apply for an M visa for most business trips.
Q Visa- The Q visa is a new category specifically for reuniting family members, which used to be covered by the L visa. There are two types of Q visas: the Q1 visa is for long-term stays of 180 days or more. The Q2 visa is for short-term stays. To be covered under a Q visa, the family members in question must be Chinese citizens or permanent residents.
S Visa- The S Visa is for spouses, parents
How to Apply for a Chinese Business Visa
January 25th, 2014
If a business trip to China is on your calendar, getting a Chinese visa should be your top priority. Here's what you need to know before you apply.
China Business Visa M Requirements
Most business travelers to China will need to apply for an "M" visa. However, you may need to apply for a different category depending on the type of work you do and the details of your trip, so do consult with the appropriate Chinese consulate or with a visa specialist. The following items will be needed for your business visa to China.
Visa Submission Appointment
Prior to submitting your visa request, yourself or your inviting organization in China must obtain a submission appointment on your behalf.
China Visa eApplication
One China Visa Application, completed online and printed single sided. Applica
Travel Visa Service: 4 Countries Worth The Money
December 17th, 2013
Applying for a travel visa for one of the countries on this list? You'll probably want to seek professional help with the application process from an experienced group of experts.
India
Currently, India's visa system is complex and can be confusing, even if you're just going as a tourist. In fact, the US Department of State notes that "Indian visa regulations change frequently, often with little advance notice, and changes may be poorly advertised and inconsistently enforced."
With 16 different types of Indian visas to choose from with varying requirements, and a sometimes nit-picky application process, it helps to have a professional visa expediter to guide you through the process and act as your advocate.
China
With an alphabet soup of different visa types, you need to make sure y
Russian Visa Checklist
November 20th, 2013
Russia's complex visa system may seem like it's out to get you, but this checklist will help you navigate it successfully. If you want professional help, our Russian Visa services can help!
Here's what you'll need:
√ Travel Arrangements
Russian visa requirements have eased up just a bit in recent years. If you're going on a tourist visa, you no longer need an "invitation." However, you do have to provide official confirmation of your travel dates from your hotel (or wherever you're staying.) So, make your travel plans first, and then apply for a visa.
Also, keep in mind that if you're applying for certain types of visas, you will need an invitation from a sponsor. RushMyTravelVisa can help you determine the visa requirements for your trip, and obtain an invitation if necessar
5 Facts About Indian Visa Services
November 4th, 2013
Planning a trip to India? You'll need an Indian visa. Here are 5 things you need to know before you apply:
1) Apply ahead of time.
Some countries offer visas on arrival to US citizens. For example, if you visit Mexico, you simply go through immigration and get a visa stamped in to your passport- no need to apply ahead of time. However, India does not offer visas on arrival. You must apply in advance, or you will be denied entry.
2) Check your passport.
As long as your passport is valid for the length of time you plan to be in India, you're good, right? Wrong. Your passport must be valid for at least six months after your arrival in India, and it must have at least 2 blank pages in the back. You won't get your visa if your passport doesn't meet these qualifications.
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