China Work Visa (Z Visa)for 🌍 Botswana citizens travelling to 🇨🇳 China

📋Required Documents8

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  Completed China Visa Application Form (Form V.2013)
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  Educational degree certificate (notarised and apostilled)
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  Foreign Expert Certificate or Employment Notice from Chinese employer
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  Health examination form from approved medical institution
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  No-criminal-record certificate from home country (apostilled)
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  Passport-size photograph (48×33mm, white background)
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  Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity, at least one blank visa page)
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  Work Permit Notification letter from Chinese labour authorities

ℹ️What to Expect

To apply for a China Work Visa (Z Visa), book an appointment at the nearest China embassy or visa application centre in your country. Submit the required documents in person or via a designated courier service. Processing takes approximately 7 days. The government fee is CNY 600.00. Plan well ahead of your intended travel date to allow time for processing and any additional document requests from the consulate. Always verify current requirements at the official government portal before booking travel.

📎Supporting Documents (may strengthen your application)

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  Professional licence or qualification certificate (for regulated professions)

  Conditional — required for doctors, engineers, teachers, financial professionals

🌐Why Botswana passport holders need a visa for China

Botswana citizens require a visa to enter China based on the current immigration requirements set by China's government. Botswana passport holders must apply through the China embassy, consulate, or a designated visa application centre before travelling. Requirements are subject to change, so always verify at the official government portal.

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