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China
Student Visa
China has grown into a major study abroad destination, backed by its massive economy and government scholarship programs (CSC). Many international students come to study Mandarin, while business, technology, and medicine programs are also popular.
Student Visa
Visa Type
X1 Visa (6+ months) / X2 Visa (under 6 months)
Requirements
- •Acceptance letter (JW202 form)
- •Medical examination record
- •Financial proof
- •Passport (valid 6+ months)
- •Visa fee approx. ¥6,000
Duration
Duration of study (renewed annually)
Cost
Visa fee approx. ¥6,000+
Cost Overview
Annual Tuition
¥15,000 – ¥60,000
Monthly Living Cost (incl. rent)
¥3,000 – ¥8,000/月
※ 生活費は参考値です。居住エリア・生活スタイルにより大きく異なります。
Popular Cities
- Beijing
- Shanghai
- Chengdu
- Guangzhou
- Xi'an
Popular Universities
- Peking University (PKU)
- Tsinghua University
- Fudan University (Shanghai)
- Zhejiang University
- Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Study Tips
- 1.CSC Scholarship covers tuition, dormitory, and monthly allowance
- 2.Google, YouTube, and LINE are blocked — VPN required
- 3.Ideal environment for learning Mandarin; rapid progress expected within a year
- 4.Rich food culture varies dramatically by region
Info for Japanese Students
The Japanese Embassy is in Beijing, with consulates in Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenyang, and Chongqing. China hosts a large number of Japanese students, particularly those studying Mandarin, business, and tourism management.
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