APVI — American Passport & Visa International
    China · Business Visa / M-Visa

    Your China Business Visa, handled quickly and correctly.

    APVI helps business travelers and corporate teams prepare China Business Visa / M-Visa documents, review invitation letter requirements, upload documents securely, and submit through the required consular process.

    May be issued for up to 10 years
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    TrustScore 5/5 306 reviews
    American business traveler with U.S. passport and documents at the airport heading to China

    APVI, Inc. is a trusted expediter for U.S. business travelers going to China, handling your file directly through the required consular process. Start your application today.

    Direct Consular Handling

    No middlemen, no third parties

    BBB A+ Accredited

    23+ years of trusted service

    256-bit SSL Secured

    Bank-grade document encryption

    Processing & fees

    Pick your speed. We do the rest.

    Every option includes specialist invitation-letter and application review, and direct handling through the required consular process. Choose the turnaround that protects your meeting date.

    Fastest

    5 Days

    Hand-walked through every step for time-sensitive corporate travel. The fastest option APVI offers for China Business Visas.

    Service fee$499
    Consular fee$165
    Total$664
    Rush

    2 Weeks

    Prioritized specialist review and expedited handling so your business travel dates stay on track.

    Service fee$399
    Consular fee$140
    Total$539
    Standard

    3 Weeks

    Best for trips planned a few weeks out. Full invitation letter and application review, residence validation, and consular submission included.

    Service fee$299
    Consular fee$140
    Total$439

    Fees shown are per applicant. China Business Visas may be issued for up to 10 years. Final visa validity, number of entries, and duration of stay are determined by the consulate. Prices shown are for applicants served by the Washington, DC consular district. Applicants in western states are served by the Los Angeles or San Francisco consulate at different rates — your exact price is confirmed from your state of residence when you start your order. A flight itinerary is required for the 5-day service.

    How it works

    From order to consular submission, APVI handles the process step by step.

    Simple, guided, and secure. You start the order, upload your documents, ship the originals, and APVI handles the consular process and returns your passport.

    1. 01

      Place your order with APVI

      Choose your China Business Visa processing speed and start your order online.

    2. 02

      Upload your required documents

      Securely upload your passport copy, photo, China application materials, business invitation letter, and supporting documents so an APVI specialist can review your file.

    3. 03

      Receive a prepaid FedEx label

      After your uploaded documents are reviewed, APVI sends a prepaid FedEx label so you can ship your passport and any required originals to us.

    4. 04

      APVI submits your application through the required process

      Once your file is complete, APVI submits your China Business Visa application through the required consular process. In most cases, APVI handles the submission steps so you do not need to appear in person.

    5. 05

      We collect your visa and return your passport

      After approval, APVI collects your issued visa and ships your passport back with the approved China Business Visa.

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    Customer stories

    Business travelers trust APVI when China visa paperwork gets complicated.

    Jim Brigman

    Jim Brigman

    US · 1 review

    Awesome customer service

    APVI's experience and speed in getting my visa was impressive. After submitting my paperwork, they were on the phone within hours to thoroughly review it. They noted errors in my documents which had to be corrected. I overnighted the passport and materials and they submitted it the day they received it and got it back the following day.

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    Joe Hobbs

    Joe Hobbs

    US · 1 review

    APVI is top-notch

    APVI is a top-notch, no-nonsense, get-it-done outfit. They have done exceptional work on all my visas since 2019. They are extremely attentive to the details needed for embassy consular services, getting back to me very quickly with information or concerns. I have used many other visa services, but none are outstanding like APVI.

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    Terry Carolan

    Terry Carolan

    US · 1 review

    Extremely responsive

    Extremely responsive, very helpful and great customer service! And received my visa way earlier than anticipated!

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    What we'll need

    China Business Visa requirements.

    The M-visa file turns on the invitation letter and the completed COVA materials. APVI reviews both before submission.

    Send your most recent, physical U.S. passport book with at least 6 months of remaining validity and two blank visa pages. Upload a clear scan of the information page for your APVI specialist to review.
    Complete the China visa application (COVA-related materials) in full. Every section of the country-specific form must be filled in, printed, and signed by the applicant before submission.
    One 2x2 in. color passport photo taken within the last 6 months on a plain white background. Standard passport photo specifications apply.
    A letter of purpose from your employer or your in-country host in China describing the business activity, meeting details, travel dates, and company information. Not sure if your invitation letter is acceptable? APVI reviews your file before submission.
    A copy of your valid state-issued photo ID matching the address on your application. This is used to confirm you are applying in the correct consular jurisdiction.
    Round-trip flight details showing your intended entry and exit dates for the business trip.
    Once all documents are uploaded, sign your APVI requirement checklist and upload it as the final item in your document portal.
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    Built for China business travel

    For meetings, trade visits, and corporate travel to China.

    Business meetings

    For travelers attending meetings with Chinese companies, partners, clients, or vendors.

    Trade and commercial visits

    For short-term travel related to trade, commercial activity, negotiations, or market development.

    Conferences and events

    For travelers attending industry events, trade shows, conferences, or professional gatherings.

    Corporate travel teams

    For companies coordinating multiple travelers or time-sensitive China business visa needs.

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    American business professionals reviewing a China business invitation letter with a trade partner
    Business invitation & commercial documents

    China Business Visa applications depend on accurate invitation documents.

    For China Business Visa / M-Visa applications, invitation and commercial-activity documents must match the traveler's purpose, dates, company details, and business activities. APVI reviews these documents before submission to reduce preventable delays.

    Business invitation review

    APVI reviews the invitation letter or commercial activity document from the China trade partner before submission.

    Company and traveler details

    The applicant's name, passport details, business purpose, and travel dates should align across the application and supporting documents.

    Consular process guidance

    APVI helps applicants understand what must be uploaded, what must be shipped, and what must be submitted through the required process.

    Corporate traveler support

    APVI supports individual business travelers and companies coordinating multiple China business visa applications.

    Why APVI

    China Business Visa requirements are manageable, but invitation-letter mistakes can delay the trip.

    Since 2003, APVI has processed thousands of business and corporate travel visas for U.S. travelers. One misaligned invitation letter or missing prior-visa document can push back your meeting date. Our specialists catch it before your file ever reaches the consulate.

    • China Business Visa / M-Visa document review
    • Business invitation letter review
    • Three processing speed options: 5 Days, 2 Weeks and 3 Weeks
    • COVA / application material review
    • Secure document upload with 256-bit encryption
    • Prepaid FedEx shipping for passport and originals
    • Direct handling through the required consular process
    • Dedicated APVI specialist assigned to every order
    • Real-time status updates from order to passport return
    • Corporate traveler support
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    DIY vs. APVI

    Avoid invitation-letter errors, and protect your meeting dates.

    China Business Visa rejections most often trace to a mismatched invitation letter, missing prior visa document, or a formatting error on the application. Our specialists catch these before submission.

    Without APVI

    The DIY path

    • Confusing China application steps
    • Risk of invitation-letter formatting or content errors
    • Risk of missing prior visa, residence, or name-change documents
    • Uncertainty about what must be uploaded or shipped
    • No specialist review before submission
    • Delays can affect meetings and travel dates
    With APVI

    The APVI path

    • Specialist review before submission
    • China Business Visa document guidance
    • Business invitation review
    • Secure upload and document review
    • Prepaid FedEx shipping
    • Consular process handling
    • Three processing speed options
    • Dedicated support for business travelers and corporate teams
    Frequently asked

    Everything you need to know, in plain English.

    Still have questions? Call us at (800) 766-0452.

    Total timeline depends on the processing speed you choose and how quickly your documents are complete. APVI offers three processing options: 5 Days, 2 Weeks and 3 Weeks.
    APVI offers three processing options for the China Business Visa: 5 Days, 2 Weeks and 3 Weeks. Choose the option that best matches your business trip.
    The consular fee is $165 for 5 Days, $140 for 2 Weeks and $140 for 3 Weeks.
    APVI's service fee is $499 for 5 Days, $399 for 2 Weeks and $299 for 3 Weeks.
    China Business Visas may be issued for up to 10 years. Final validity, number of entries, and duration of stay are determined by the consulate.
    You will typically need a valid U.S. passport with 6+ months validity and two blank pages, a completed China visa application, a 2x2 passport photo taken within the last 6 months, a support / invitation letter from your employer or in-country host, proof of residence (state-issued photo ID), a round-trip travel itinerary, and a signed APVI checklist. The full list is on this page.
    Yes. Your APVI specialist reviews your invitation letter, application, and supporting documents for consular formatting and internal consistency before submission.
    In most cases, no. APVI handles the required consular submission steps on your behalf.
    Yes. APVI supports corporate teams coordinating multiple China business visa applications and time-sensitive travel.
    No. A China Business Visa / M-Visa is for qualifying commercial and trade activities. It is not a work visa and does not authorize employment in China.
    You will receive access to your APVI document portal and a checklist tailored to your case. A specialist will review your uploads, send a prepaid FedEx label for your originals, and submit your application through the required consular process.
    After your uploaded documents are reviewed, APVI sends a prepaid FedEx label so you can ship your passport and any required originals to us securely.
    The companies who trust us

    Trusted by leading organizations and Fortune 500 teams.

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    American Airlines
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    Harvard University
    Delta Air Lines
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    Get started today

    Get your China Business Visa
    handled by APVI.

    Start your order online, upload your documents securely, and let an APVI specialist review your invitation letter and submit your application through the required consular process.

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