APVI — American Passport & Visa International
    China · Business Visa (M)

    Your China Business Visa,
    fast and stress-free.

    Skip the consulate guesswork. APVI handles every step of your M visa application — from invitation letter review to direct embassy submission — so your team gets to China without delays.

    Chinese visa requirements have changed significantly in recent years — incorrect applications are commonly rejected. Let us handle it right the first time.

    Embassy Registered
    Direct submission, no middlemen
    BBB A+ Accredited
    23+ years of trusted service
    256-bit SSL Secured
    Bank-grade document encryption
    The companies who trust us with China

    Trusted by Fortune 500 teams traveling to China.

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    Boeing
    National Geographic
    American Airlines
    General Electric
    Deloitte
    Harvard
    Delta Airlines
    Tesla
    Allegis Group
    ExxonMobil
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    Why APVI

    China is complex. We make it simple.

    Chinese consulate requirements vary by jurisdiction and change frequently. APVI specialists track every policy shift in real time — and review every application before it's submitted.

    • Direct submission to the embassies of China in Washington DC and New York
    • Invitation letter review — the #1 cause of M visa rejections
    • Dedicated specialist assigned to your case from start to finish
    • Real-time tracking and proactive status updates
    By the numbers

    The credentials behind every APVI application.

    23+ Years
    Trusted by U.S. travelers since 2003
    7M+
    Passports & visas processed worldwide
    500+
    Fortune 500 and government clients
    How it works

    Three steps. That's it.

    We prepare the paperwork and submit directly to the Chinese consulate. You handle the meetings.

    01

    Place your order

    Choose your visa type and processing speed. Tell us when you're traveling — we work backward from that date.

    02

    Submit documents

    Upload your application online for review. We email a prepaid overnight FedEx label for your originals.

    03

    Get your visa

    We submit directly to the consulate and overnight your stamped passport back to your door.

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    DIY vs. APVI

    Skip the rejection risk, and the trip-ending delays.

    Most travelers don't realize how easy it is for an M visa to be bounced back for a small invitation-letter formatting issue — until they're already past their travel date.

    Without APVI

    The DIY path

    • Confusing forms and shifting consulate rules
    • Wrong consulate jurisdiction = automatic rejection
    • Invitation letter formatting errors
    • Outdated post-pandemic policy info
    • Trip at risk if anything goes wrong
    With APVI

    The APVI path

    • Expedited processing options available
    • Pre-submission review by a China visa specialist
    • Correct jurisdiction confirmed for your state
    • Invitation letter validated against current policy
    • Real-time tracking + dedicated specialist
    Customer stories

    Travelers we've gotten across the line.

    "I 1489% unequivocally recommend APVI. They went over and above the call of duty. They triaged, diagnosed, and executed a plan to clean up everything."
    Dr. Tom Rifai, MD
    Google Review
    "APVI provides exceptional services. They have given amazing support to process my documents for 2 countries now. Ibtihal is very supportive and kind."
    Michael Noel
    Google Review
    "We had an excellent experience working with APVI. The staff consistently provided top-of-the-line service, accurate timelines, and expedited processing."
    Joshua Boor
    Google Review
    Frequently asked

    Everything you need to know, in plain English.

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

    Processing times vary by consulate. We offer standard and expedited options to meet your travel timeline. Most clients receive their visa within 5–10 business days of consulate submission.

    The M visa is China's business/commercial visa for those attending trade fairs, business meetings, contract negotiations, or other commercial activities. It's the most common visa for U.S. business travelers to China.

    We review every document for accuracy before submission, dramatically reducing rejection risk. If an issue arises, our specialists work directly with the consulate to resolve it.

    In most cases, no. We handle document submission on your behalf. Some consulates may require fingerprinting — we'll let you know upfront based on your jurisdiction.

    Typically: a valid passport (6+ months validity, 2+ blank pages), passport photos, completed application form, invitation letter from a Chinese company, and proof of employment. Our specialists guide you through the exact requirements for your situation.

    Absolutely. We work with HR departments and travel managers to process multiple visas simultaneously with dedicated account support and consolidated billing.

    Get started today

    Your China visa, in days, not weeks.

    Backed by 23+ years of expertise and millions of visas processed. Start your application now or speak to a China specialist.