Visa News
Compiled from official Chinese Embassy and Consulate announcements to keep you current on visa policies and procedures
Visiting the LA Chinese Consulate Document Hall: Address, Parking & Queue
The Consulate document hall is on the 3rd floor of 500 Shatto Place, open Monday to Friday 9:00–14:00, with Mondays, Fridays and the days around long holidays the busiest. The building has no public parking and nearby spots are mostly 2-hour limited street parking; inside, you must take a queue number by service category from the self-service kiosk, and picking the wrong one means queuing again.
LA Chinese Consulate 2026 Holiday Schedule & October Closure
The Consulate document hall has 13 holiday closures scheduled for 2026, covering both Chinese holidays and US federal holidays. It will be closed October 1–5 (Chinese National Day) and October 12 — plan your application around these dates.
New Mailing Address & Shipping Rules for the LA Chinese Consulate
The Chinese Consulate General in Los Angeles has moved its document-processing mailing address to 500 Shatto Place, Room 310. The old 443 Shatto Place address no longer accepts application materials. Use trackable USPS Priority Mail with no signature-confirmation service and no Smart Locker — since August 24, 2026, mail requiring a recipient signature is returned by the post office.
China Extends Reduced Visa Fee Policy Through December 2026
China has announced an extension of its reduced visa fee policy through December 31, 2026. US citizens applying for China visas will continue to benefit from significantly lower fees. This article summarizes the latest fee schedule.
Chinese Passport Renewal & Replacement Guide — LA Consulate
Chinese citizens residing in Southern California who need to renew or replace their passport must schedule an appointment through the "China Consular" app and submit documents at the LA Consulate. This guide covers the full process and required documents.
Step-by-Step Guide to the COVA China Visa Online System
COVA is the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs' online visa application platform, replacing paper-based form submission. This guide walks you through account registration, form completion, and document upload.
China Visa Application Guide (Updated September 2025)
The China Online Visa Application System (COVA) is now officially live. All standard China visa applications must be submitted through the COVA platform. This guide covers the latest requirements and document checklist.
China Visa Requirements — Los Angeles Consulate General
The Chinese Consulate General in Los Angeles serves Southern California, Arizona, New Mexico, Hawaii, and more. This guide summarizes the latest visa requirements, document checklists, and key information for applicants in this district.
China Travel Document Guide for Minors — LA Consulate
A Chinese Travel Document is used by Chinese nationals who do not yet hold a Chinese passport — typically minors born in the US — to travel to China. This guide covers required documents and the application process for new applications and renewals.
China Expands Visa-Free Transit to 240 Hours for 55 Countries
China's National Immigration Administration has extended the transit visa-free stay from 72/144 hours to a uniform 240 hours (10 days), added 21 new ports to bring the total to 60, and expanded eligible provinces from 19 to 24 — for citizens of 55 countries including the United States.
Content is compiled from official Chinese Embassy and Consulate announcements for reference only. Policies are subject to change — always verify with the official consulate website. For professional assistance, contact Keyus Visa.