2026 China Trip Visa Applicatoin Information

China Visa Application Guide – YES Program (F Visa)

China Visa Application Guide

Young Envoys Scholarship (YES) Program – F Visa

Go to Official China Visa Application Site

Program & Visa Type

You are applying for the Young Envoys Scholarship (YES) program, a special exchange initiative announced in late 2023 to bring young American students to China.

Because this is an exchange / visit program (not a degree program), you should apply for:
F Visa – Non-commercial Visit / Exchange

This page provides a step-by-step guide and a mock example to help you complete the China Online Visa Application (COVA).

Sample form reference:
Visa Application Sample Page

Step 1: The “Golden Ticket” – Your Invitation Letter

Before you start the online application, you must have your official invitation letter.

For the YES program, this is usually issued by China Education Association for International Exchange (CEAIE) or your host university.
You cannot complete the “Inviting Entity” section without this letter.

Mock Application Guide (Key Parts)

Part 1: Personal Information

Family Name: SMITH
Given Name: JOHN ALDEN
Name in Native Language: JOHN ALDEN SMITH
Sex: M
Date of Birth: 2005-05-12
Nationality: USA
Occupation: Student
Education: High School or University

Part 2: Application Info (Critical)

Purpose: Exchange, visits, study tours
Visa Category: F
Entries: Multiple (if letter allows)
Validity: 3 months or up to 60 months
Max Stay: 30 days (must match invitation)

Part 3: Work / School

School: Rio Hondo College
Address: 3600 Workman Mill Rd, Whittier, CA 90601
Phone: 562-692-0921
Position: Student

Part 4: Education

Language: English (Native), Chinese (Beginner)
Education History: Rio Hondo College or other school

Part 5: Family

Fill in information for Father, Mother, and Spouse (if applicable).

Part 6: Trip Info (VERY IMPORTANT)

Date: 2026-06-17
Address: No. 357, North Zhongshan Street, Liandu District, Lishui, Zhejiang
Inviting Entity: CEAIE or Lishui Vocational & Technical College
Relationship: Host Institution
Address & Phone: Must match invitation letter exactly
Who pays: Organization
Guarantor: CEAIE or sponsor on your letter

Part 7: Other Information

Visited China in last 3 years? No (unless applicable)
Previous Chinese visa? No (unless applicable)
Other countries’ visas? No
Countries visited last 12 months? None

Part 8: Declaration

Signature: Sign after printing
Date: Date of submission

Important Reminder

Always copy the Inviting Entity name, address, and phone number exactly from your invitation letter. Any mismatch may delay your visa.