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Where can I get a visa?

Apply for a visa at the embassy or consulate of the destination country in your country.

In addition, some countries also provide online visa application service, and you can apply through official website.

First, determine the visa type and required materials.

Before you apply for a visa, you need to determine the type of visa you need to apply for. Common visa types include tourist visa, work visa and student visa. Different types of visas require different materials. For example, a tourist visa may require a passport, visa application form, travel plan, financial proof, etc. A work visa may require a work contract, a letter of recommendation from the employer, and relevant qualification certificates. Therefore, before applying for a visa, you must carefully understand the required materials to avoid omission or inadequate preparation.

Second, go to the embassy or consulate to handle it.

After determining the visa type and required materials, you can go to the embassy or consulate of the destination country in your country to handle it. Before going to the embassy or consulate, it is recommended to know the office hours and address in advance and arrange the itinerary. There may be a queue for visa processing, please be patient. At the same time, we must provide complete and accurate materials according to the requirements of the embassy or consulate in order to pass the audit smoothly.

Third, online visa application service.

Some countries provide online visa application services for the convenience of applicants. You can learn about the specific application process and requirements through the destination country official website. Applying for a visa online usually requires filling in an electronic application form, uploading relevant supporting materials and paying the visa fee. The advantage of online application is that it is convenient and fast, but please make sure that your network connection is stable and do it according to the requirements of the website.

To sum up:

The place to apply for a visa is usually the embassy or consulate of the destination country in your country, and some countries also provide online visa application services. Before applying for a visa, it is necessary to determine the visa type and required materials, and provide complete and accurate materials according to the requirements of the embassy or consulate. At the same time, understanding the online visa application service is also a convenient and quick choice.

Legal basis:

People's Republic of China (PRC) Exit and Entry Administration Law

Article 9 provides that:

China citizens shall apply for passports or other travel documents when leaving or entering the country.

China citizens who want to go to other countries or regions also need to obtain visas or other entry permits. However, unless the China government has signed visa exemption agreements with other governments or the Ministry of Public Security and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs provide otherwise.

China citizens who leave or enter the country as seafarers and work on foreign ships shall apply for a seaman's certificate according to law.