A visa for foreign nationals who have secured employment in China, permitting them to work legally based on an approved job offer and valid work authorization.

A visa for those entering China for non-commercial reasons such as academic exchanges, cultural programs, research, guest lectures, or short-term study and training.

A visa for international students pursuing studies in China; X1 is issued for long-term programs lasting more than 180 days, while X2 applies to short-term courses of 180 days or less.

A visa for travelers going to China for tourism and leisure, generally permitting short visits of about 60–90 days at a time.

A visa for people visiting China for professional or commercial purposes, including business meetings, trade fairs, negotiations, and corporate trips.

A visa for airline crew, flight attendants, ship personnel, train staff, and professional drivers traveling to China while performing their international transport duties.

A visa for individuals traveling to China to visit close family members who are Chinese citizens or foreign permanent residents, with Q2 covering shorter visits and Q1 intended for longer stays.

A visa for visitors going to China to see family members who are foreign nationals living there, with S2 used for short-term stays and S1 for extended visits.