X1 Student Visa
The X1 visa is for students staying longer than 180 days. It must be converted to a residence permit within 30 days of arrival.
Documents for X1 Visa Application
- Valid passport (6+ months validity, blank pages)
- JW201 form (sent by CSC after selection)
- Admission letter from university
- Physical examination form (original)
- Visa application form (V.2013)
- Passport-size photo
Key Rules
- 30-Day Conversion: Within 30 days of entry, convert X1 to a residence permit at the local Entry-Exit Administration bureau.
- 24-Hour Registration: Within 24 hours of arriving at your accommodation, register with the local police station. Your university usually helps with this.
- JW201 Form: This is the official CSC scholarship student form. Without it, you cannot get an X1 visa. It's mailed to you after selection (July-August).
- Physical Exam: Bring the original medical exam form. You'll need it for the residence permit application.
Miss the 30-Day Deadline?
If you fail to convert your X1 visa to a residence permit within 30 days, you face fines of CNY 500/day (up to CNY 10,000) and potential deportation. Your university's international student office will guide you through this process — make it your first priority upon arrival.
Visa Ready?
Check the full after-selection checklist to make sure you haven't missed anything.