China Visa
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I got mine from CIBT I think it`s called, but they charged me $109. If I could have gone to an embassy, it would have cost $50, so be aware of the fees. I read that you can even send in a friend to get one for you, rather than go in person yourself, but I didn`t know anyone in San Francisco, and I live in Reno.
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In May 2006, I used satisfactorily <www.OasisChinaVisa.com>. They are located in MD near DC and their charge is reasonable.
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Another visa question - the application asks which cities/provinces you will be visiting. Are you held to these areas, or are you basically free to travel wherever the wind takes you in the event you want to make a spontaneous change in itinerary?
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When I went to China, I hopped down to the NYC China Embassy, dropped off my passport, enjoyed my day there and then came back 4-5 hours later and they had it ready. All for $80. (instead of the weeklong wait with a $50 fee)
Do you live near a place that has the Embassy? Check the Chinese Embassies online. They have tons of info too. (that's how I got mine)
Do you live near a place that has the Embassy? Check the Chinese Embassies online. They have tons of info too. (that's how I got mine)
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You don't need to stick to your itinerary, no one's going to check up on you. Consider getting a visa in Hong Kong, it's fast and painless.
http://www.travelsinasia.com/China/China.htm
http://www.travelsinasia.com/China/China.htm
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The idea of mailing my passport to a visa service creeped me out, so I drove to the San Francisco China consulate instead. It's just like going to the DMV, so starting at least a week before your travels will make it a stress free task.
I've blogged on it:
http://informationanalysis.blogspot....francisco.html
I've blogged on it:
http://informationanalysis.blogspot....francisco.html