Jiaxing Zhejiang, China Travel Guide
China requires most foreign nationals to secure a visa before entry. Visa types are based on your travel purpose: L Visa (Tourist Visa) for tourism. M Visa (Business Visa) for commercial activities. F Visa (Non-commercial Visit Visa) for exchanges, visits, or study tours. G Visa (Transit Visa) for transit through China.
Application Process: Typically, an online application form comes first. Then, submit the form, your passport, a photograph, and supporting documents to a Chinese embassy or consulate, or a Chinese Visa Application Service Center (CVASC) in your country of residence. This frequently requires an in-person appointment or a mail-in submission.
Specific documents for your visa application include a valid passport (6+ months validity, 2+ blank pages), a completed and signed visa application form, a recent passport-sized (33mm x 48mm) color photo against a white background.
Also include proof of itinerary (round-trip flight tickets and hotel bookings or an invitation letter). Provide proof of financial means (bank statements showing sufficient funds). Bring any previous Chinese visas.
Visa application fees vary by nationality and visa type. A single-entry L visa for US citizens is around $185 (prices change).
Upon arrival, complete an Arrival/Departure Card. Proceed through immigration control. Officers check your passport and visa.
Most foreign nationals aged 14 to 70 provide biometric data (fingerprints).
Jiaxing itself does not require special permits for tourists.
Specific restricted areas withwithin China, like Tibet, require additional permits. These are not relevant for general Jiaxing travel.
Be aware of broader Chinese travel regulations if venturing outside general tourist zones.
As of early 2024, no specific health-related entry requirements are universally imposed for general tourism entry into the main landmass China.
Travelers are generally advised to declare any health conditions on the customs declaration form if required.
No mandatory vaccinations for entry. Consult a doctor for recommended travel vaccines.
China’s official currency is the Renminbi (RMB), unit Yuan (¥). Approx. ONE US dollar equals 7.1-7.2 CNY (Yuan). Exchange rates fluctuate. Major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex) are accepted at bigger hotels and department stores. Mobile payment (Alipay, WeChat Pay) dominates most transactions. Cash (Yuan) is for small purchases, street vendors. ATMs widely available for international cards.
Daily expenses in Jiaxing vary based on your travel style.
¥170-450 (USD $24-63)
¥500-1100 (USD $70-155)
¥1350+ (USD $190+)
¥50-2000+
¥10-200+
Health advice, safety practices, and emergency protocols contribute to a secure trip.
No particular vaccinations are needed for entry into China for most travelers from the US or Europe.
Traveler's Diarrhea: Drink bottled or purified water, avoid unpeeled fruits and raw vegetables, and eat thoroughly cooked food. Hand hygiene is paramount.
Emergency services are available, but communication might be difficult without a Chinese speaker.
