Can I stay in China longer than a year using one year visa?

I have a visa to China - multiple entry, duration of each stay 90 days, issue date May 11, 2015, enter before May 11, 2016. On many websites I saw a description of this type of visa that I can live in China the whole year, just go out 4 or more times. But I think, I can go to China the last time on May 11, 2016 and live 90 more days. It's not really clear how it works, but I had a visa before - one entry, duration of stay 30 days, issue date March 23, 2015, enter before April 23, 2015, and I came to China on April 1 and got out on May 1. So I think the same logic should work for multiple entry visa. So is it one year for entry, but 15 months maximum for staying?

Best Answer

Yes, you can come to China on the day before visa expires. Multiple entry visa means you can enter China multiple times during the period of validity. 90 days for duration means that 15 months maximum for staying is available.

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What is the longest visa for China?

Normally the duration of stay of a "L" visa is 30 days, which means the holder of the visa may stay in China for up to 30 days from the date of entry....Visa fees.Number of EntryAmericanCitizens of other countries*Multiple Entry for 24 Months$130$904 more rows

How can I stay in China for a year?

A regular stay for the Tourist (L) Visa is 30 days. If you want to stay longer than the issued duration, you need to apply for China Visa Extension from public security authorities at least one week before the expiration date. Overstaying is against the laws of China.

How long can you live in China with a visa?

Tourist visas are typically offered on a single-entry, double-entry, or multiple-entry basis with the duration of stay ranging from 30 days to 90 days.

How long can you stay in China on a Q1 visa?

Q1 visa is issued to those who are family members of Chinese citizens or of foreigners with Permanent Residence in China and intend to go to China for family reunion, or to those who intend to go to China for the purpose of foster care. The intended duration of stay in China exceeds 180 days.

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