X1 — long-term study over 180 days (bachelor's, master's, PhD, year-long language), requires residence permit and biometrics. X2 — short programs under 180 days (language courses, internships), single-entry, no conversion.
X-VISA TYPE: STUDENT VISA
China Student Visa for Ukrainians in 2026
Study visa for Chinese universities and language programs. X1/X2 documents, requirements, and how the process works.
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About the Visa
What is a Student Visa to China
The Chinese Student Visa (Type X) is for legal study at Chinese educational institutions. X1 is for long-term study exceeding 180 days (undergraduate, master's, PhD, year-long language programs) — it's an entry visa that converts to a residence permit on a fixed schedule (usually around September 20; for spring intake — February–March; the exact window is set by the university), and biometrics are mandatory. X2 is for short-term programs under 180 days (language courses, internships) — remote submission via Chișinău is possible. The logic mirrors Q1/Q2 and S1/S2.
Key requirements
- Valid international passport (minimum 6 months, 2 blank pages)
- Digital biometric photo (3.5×4.5 cm) on a white background
- Completed China2Day internal questionnaire
- Admission Notice + JW form (JW201 for scholarship students, JW202 for self-funded) from the university
Eligibility
Who is this visa for
This type of visa permit is ideally suited for the following categories of applicants:
Students attending Chinese language courses (primary audience)
Bachelor's, master's, and PhD students at Chinese universities
Exchange program participants
CSC and other scholarship recipients
Interns at Chinese institutions and companies
Children on long-term study (applicants 16+ can apply independently)
QUESTIONS ABOUT THE STUDENT VISA?
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Overview
Questions and Answers
What is a Chinese student visa?
Type X visa for study in China. X1 — long-term (>180 days, biometrics, residence permit). X2 — short (<180 days, remote submission possible).
How much does it cost?
The consular (government) fee is set by the PRC embassy; assistance is the same for both X1 and X2. Current fees available on request.
What is JW?
JW is the official PRC Ministry of Education form. JW201 for scholarship students, JW202 for self-funded. Issued twice a year, tied to semesters.
Are biometrics required?
Mandatory for X1. Not required for X2.
Diploma apostille?
Not required for the consulate. May be requested by the university to issue the JW — that's a separate matter.
Why it's easy with us
From scans to a finished visa — we help with everything that can be done for you.
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Only scans from you
Passport, photo, Admission Notice and JW form. No originals at the start — scans are enough. We fill out COVA and check your package.
No personal visit required02
We check and submit the package
We verify the JW and Admission Notice against your passport, prepare the package, and submit directly to the PRC consulate in Chișinău. No queues, no extra trips.
Application process03
Without personal presence
For X2 — fully remote. For X1 — only 1 day in Chișinău for biometrics, then you return home on your second passport.
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What a visa costs
The total cost is the official consular fee — which the embassy sets and is the same for everyone — plus your own trip costs. The cost of any assistance, if you need it, is agreed individually on request.
X2 — turnkey (no presence)
Official feeset by the embassy
The estimated official consular fee, paid to the embassy yourself.
- Processing: 7–10 days
- Official fee, you pay it yourself
- Full documents checklist below
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X1 — '1 day in Chișinău' scheme
Official feeset by the embassy
The estimated official consular fee, paid to the embassy yourself.
- Processing: 7–10 days
- Official fee, you pay it yourself
- Full documents checklist below
Preparation-only service (self-submission)
Official feeset by the embassy
The estimated official consular fee, paid to the embassy yourself.
- Processing: 1–2 days prep
- Official fee, you pay it yourself
- Full documents checklist below
The consular fee is an official payment you make to the embassy yourself. The exact amount depends on the number of entries and nationality; verify the current rate officially.
Verify officiallyStandard processing
7–10 days (X2 remote) · 7–10 days (X1 via '1 day in Chișinău' scheme)
Processing times and the final visa decision rest with the consulate. We explain the requirements and help prepare your documents; the consulate decides.
Requirements
Required documents
We simplify document preparation to the minimum. Requirements are structured in two groups.
Mandatory documents
- International passport (original)
- Digital photo 33×48 mm (official; 3.5×4.5 cm also accepted)
- Scan of the Admission Notice (university invitation)
- Scan of the JW form (JW201 or JW202)
- Completed China2Day internal questionnaire
Need the photo? Make it free of charge online to COVA standards or with ChatGPT / Gemini.
Supporting documentation
- Previous Chinese visas
Questions about the documents?
Message us — we'll explain the requirements, help you check your documents and outline the next steps. The consulate makes the visa decision. Reply within 30 minutes.
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Visa sub-types & validity parameters
Category 01
X1 (long-term study — over 180 days)
Bachelor's, master's, PhD, and year-long language programs. Entry visa for residence permit conversion within a fixed window (usually ~September 20, plus or minus, depending on the university; for spring intake — February–March). Biometrics mandatory.
Category 02
X2 (short-term study — up to 180 days)
Language courses, internships, and short programs. Single-entry without conversion. Remote submission via Chișinău is possible.
IMPORTANT RULE: HONG KONG & MACAU VOID SINGLE-ENTRY VISAS
Please remember that exiting mainland China into Hong Kong or Macau is legally treated as crossing an international border. If you hold a Single visa, exiting to Hong Kong immediately voids it, preventing you from returning to the mainland. For trips that involve transits or side-visits to Hong Kong/Macau with a return to the mainland, you will need a Double or Multi visa.
Who We Serve
Tailored Solutions for Every Purpose
We understand the nuances of every journey and adapt our concierge preparation to your exact needs.
University students
Applicants and students enrolled in bachelor's, master's and doctoral programs at Chinese universities (X1).
Language-course students
Those attending Chinese-language courses and short programs of up to 180 days (X2).
Exchange participants
Students on inter-university agreements, internships and academic exchanges with Chinese institutions.
Comparison
On your own or with guidance
A comparison of two paths: travelling yourself to submit documents in person (for example, to Warsaw) versus preparing with our informational support. Either way, the consulate makes the visa decision.
| Comparison factors | With China2day guidance | Self-submission (Warsaw) |
|---|---|---|
| Direct Cost | Official consular fee + optional assistance (quoted on request) | From Ukraine (if permitted to travel): Travel, hotel and consular fees From EU (Spain, Germany, Italy, etc.): Local consular fees |
| Time Invested | Online form, no travel to submit | Travel, queues, several days |
| Logistics | We explain the requirements and help check documents | Getting there (train, bus, car), bookings, in-person queue |
| Document preparation | Documents reviewed by experienced specialists before submission | You check them yourself; errors surface at submission |
Preparation
6 common visa refusal reasons and how to prepare
Cause 01
The consulate issues the wrong visa type due to wording in the invitation
How to prepare
We check the invitation before submission, point out errors to the client/Chinese partner, and recommend edits based on real cases
Cause 02
The invitation was obtained from unverified intermediaries on Telegram or other unofficial sources
How to prepare
We work only with licensed Chinese companies and verified partners who bear legal responsibility for the invitation
Cause 03
Mismatch of dates, routes, or personal data between the COVA form and the invitation
How to prepare
We carry out a multi-level check of all documents before submission to rule out any discrepancies
Cause 04
The route includes Hong Kong or Macao during a trip on a single-entry visa
How to prepare
We analyze the route in advance and recommend the correct visa type or an adjustment to the travel plan
Cause 05
The photo does not meet the consulate's technical requirements (poor background, clothing, lighting, or file format)
How to prepare
We provide detailed photo instructions and check the image before submitting documents
Cause 06
Submitting documents less than a week before departure, with no time reserve for processing and logistics
How to prepare
We recommend submitting documents at least 3 weeks before the trip and warn about risks and timelines at the consultation stage
Workflow
Step-by-step application workflow
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Package preparation
Prerequisite: you already have an Admission Notice and JW form from the university. From this point we work — we collect passport, photo, and questionnaire data. We verify Admission Notice and JW for client data accuracy. Per university request — medical certificate and criminal record certificate (for the university, not the consulate).
2
Electronic submission (Stage 1)
We help complete the COVA form and prepare your documents for the consulate portal. Online review takes 2–5 business days.
3
X2 remote stamping · X1 '1 day in Chișinău'
For X2 you ship the passport via Nova Poshta, and the consulate stamps in Chișinău. For X1 you fly in for 1 day to Chișinău, submit biometrics, return home on a second passport.
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X1 residence permit on a fixed date
The student must arrive in China within the university's pre-defined window (usually ~September 20; for spring intake — February–March). Within 30 days — residence permit conversion through the university. For X2 — no conversion required.
Common DIY application mistakes
Avoiding these critical paperwork issues helps prevent delays in the consular review:
- Expecting to obtain the JW form anytime — JW is issued only twice a year (per semester)
- Typos in name and passport details on the JW or Admission Notice
- Applying for X1 without realizing arrival is tied to fixed dates (usually a week around September 20; for spring intake — February–March)
- Treating the medical and criminal record certificates as consulate requirements — they are university requirements to issue the JW
- Requesting S visas for relatives at the X1 start — not issued initially; only later after residence permit, depending on accommodation
- Submitting X1 with biometrics in a Polish (or other) consulate instead of Moldova — biometrics in another consulate doesn't count for submission in Moldova
Knowledge Base
Frequently Asked Questions
JW is the official PRC Ministry of Education document confirming permission to study as a foreigner. JW201 — for state-scholarship students; JW202 — for self-funded. Issued twice a year (autumn and spring semesters). Originals used to be required; scans now suffice.
The JW form is a ministry document tied to university semesters (usually September and February–March). JW is only available twice a year, so X visa submission is tied to that schedule.
The consular (government) fee is set by the PRC embassy. Assistance is the same for X1 and X2. Diploma apostille is NOT required for the consulate — that's a university requirement to issue the JW.
Mandatory for X1 at the Moldovan consulate. Not required for X2 — remote submission via Chișinău is possible.
Yes, but for the university (needed to issue the JW form and Admission Notice), not for the consulate. No additional documents are needed beyond the standard package for consular submission.
Parental documents are NOT required from age 16. Minors from 16 can apply independently. From 18 — nothing additional.
No, not at the start of X1. S visas for family are not issued together with X1. Later it depends on the student's accommodation: dorms don't allow long-term family visits; off-campus apartments allow S visas for parents.
For X1 — strict conversion dates: a precise window (usually a week around September 20, depending on the university). The student must arrive in this window for registration and conversion. For X2 — no conversion needed.
The main risk is errors in name and passport details. Verify thoroughly. University invitations themselves rarely cause issues — they are state-issued documents from the PRC Ministry of Education.
Voice Search
The Chinese student visa (Type X) is for study at Chinese institutions. X2 (short programs under 180 days, language courses) is submitted remotely through the consulate in Chișinău. X1 (long-term study over 180 days) uses the '1 day in Chișinău + 2 passports' scheme with biometrics. From the university you need the Admission Notice and JW form (issued twice a year). Students aged 16+ can apply independently. Processing time depends on the consulate.
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