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What are the requirements for going abroad?

The conditions required to go abroad are as follows:

1. Economic conditions: Whether you are traveling abroad or studying, you need to have corresponding economic strength to be able to meet some of the needs during your stay abroad. Cost;

2. Passport and other documents: Passports and other documents are indispensable as proof of identity when traveling abroad;

3. Overseas visa: No matter which country you are going to, All require a valid visa approved by the country you are going to, otherwise the trip will not be possible. Among them, visas mainly include entry visas and transit visas;

4. Transportation tickets: Transportation tickets are the fourth necessary condition, mainly including air or railway, ship tickets, etc. People going abroad should make sure to book round-trip air tickets in advance to avoid affecting their itinerary and disrupting their plans.

The process for applying for a visa abroad is as follows:

1. Submit a valid passport;

2. Submit various documents related to the purpose of application, such as information about your birth , proof of marital status, education, work experience, etc.;

3. Fill in and submit the visa application form. Different visas require different forms. Most of them need to be filled in in foreign languages ??and provide a photo of yourself;

4. Meet with officials from the embassy or consulate of the country you are going to. Some countries stipulate that all immigration applicants must be interviewed before making a decision; some countries stipulate that applicants for non-immigrant visas must also be interviewed;

5. The embassy or consulate will send the completed visa application form The application form and necessary supporting materials shall be submitted to the domestic competent authority for review and approval. The embassies and consulates of a few countries have the right to issue visas directly, but they must still report it to the country for filing;

6. After going to the country’s competent authorities to conduct the necessary review, notify the embassy in that country of the approval opinion consulate. If agreed, a visa will be issued. If rejected, the applicant will also be notified;

7. Pay the visa fee. Generally speaking, you have to pay the fee first when submitting your visa application. There are also some countries that only charge the fee when the visa application is successful. Generally speaking, immigrant visa fees are slightly higher and non-immigrant visa fees are slightly lower. There are also some countries and regions where visas are free.

Legal basis: Article 9 of the "Exit and Entry Administration Law of the People's Republic of China"

Chinese citizens shall apply for a passport or other travel documents in accordance with the law when entering or exiting the country.

Chinese citizens traveling to other countries or regions also need to obtain a visa or other entry permit from the country of destination. However, this does not apply unless the Chinese government has signed a mutual visa exemption agreement with the governments of other countries or if the Ministry of Public Security or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs provides otherwise.

Chinese citizens who enter or exit the country as seafarers or work on foreign ships must apply for a seafarer's certificate in accordance with the law.