To further facilitate visa applications, fingerprints collection will be exempted for eligible Chinese visa applicants who apply for short-term visas (stay in China for no more than 180 days) until December 31, 2026.

Applicants for Category D, J1, Q1, S1, X1 and Z visas, which require the application for a residence permit after entry into China, will still follow a fingerprints collection procedure as required.