Can lawful permanent residents in the United States apply to the 10-year, multiple-entry Chinese L (tourist) visa?

From what I can see:

http://visa.ywpw.com/ChineseVisa/nonUSCitizen_en.html (mirror) and Wikipedia do not mention it
https://www.saporedicina.com/english/chinese-visa-application/(mirror) says it's possible: "U.S. citizens may be eligible for a 10-year multiple entry Visa. [...] You can apply for this visa even if you don’t have an American passport but are still a resident of the United States."
http://www.chinaconsulatesf.org/eng/lszj/zgqz/t751633.htm (mirror): "U.S. permanent resident card holders who have lived overseas for at least one year can apply for a multiple-entry permit valid for 2 years." but I'm not sure what they mean by overseas, that could be living in Hong Kong given the context.

So it's quite unclear to me what the answer is.

I am interested in the case of French citizens if that matters. French citizens may only apply to a one-entry or two-entry Chinese L (tourist) visa (up to 30 days per entry), unless perhaps if they are lawful permanent residents in the United States.

Best Answer

No, the 10 Year Multi-Entry Visa is not available to you.

While you are a US Permanent Resident, you are still applying as a French Citizen using that Passport. You only options are Visas available for French Passports.

The 2 Year Visa you mention is only available to Chinese Citizens who are US Permanent Residents and is valid only for Hong Kong.

Pictures about "Can lawful permanent residents in the United States apply to the 10-year, multiple-entry Chinese L (tourist) visa?"

Can lawful permanent residents in the United States apply to the 10-year, multiple-entry Chinese L (tourist) visa? - American and Chinese flags and USA dollars

Can lawful permanent residents in the United States apply to the 10-year, multiple-entry Chinese L (tourist) visa? - From above composition of stack of USA dollar bills placed near medical protective masks produced in China illustrating concept of medical expenses and deficit during COVID 19

Can lawful permanent residents in the United States apply to the 10-year, multiple-entry Chinese L (tourist) visa? - Hand of crop anonymous tattooed person spraying white paint from can on colorful wall while standing on street of city

How do I apply for a 10-year Chinese visa?

US citizens may be eligible for a 10-year multiple entry visa. The tourism visa requires your passport to be valid for at least 6 months and it must have at least two blank pages. You must also have an invitation letter from a china travel agency or an individual or round-trip tickets and a hotel booking.

Do I need a visa to China if I have a green card?

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and ensuing travel bans, many foreigners working in China have begun to consider applying for a Chinese \u201cGreen Card\u201d, or permanent residence ID card. With the card, an expatriate will be able to enter China just like Chinese citizens, without going through visa formalities.

Is 10-year visa to US still valid?

What should I know about the US Tourist visa validity? The B1/B2 Visa is valid for 10 years, but for each entry, you are allowed to stay in the United States of American only for 180 days or 6 months (at most).

How long can I stay in China with a 10-year visa?

Visitors carrying a Chinese Tourist 10-year Visa can enter China for a maximum of 60 days Per Entry. All visits are strictly limited to business or tourism, so you can NOT seek paid work or employment.

How to get 10 year China visa - Multiple Entry Visa China - Chinese Visa Multiple Entry 10 Years

Sources: Stack Exchange - This article follows the attribution requirements of Stack Exchange and is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0.

Images: Pixabay, Karolina Grabowska, Karolina Grabowska, Felicity Tai