How to Get a Chinese Passport: Official Application GuideExpress Assistance : traficopapa@gmail.com
A Chinese passport (中华人民共和国护照) is the official travel document issued to citizens of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) by the Exit and Entry Administration of the Ministry of Public Security (公安部出入境管理局). It serves as proof of Chinese citizenship and is required for all international travel by Chinese nationals.
Here’s an official, step-by-step guide to applying for or renewing a Chinese passport.
🧾 1. Eligibility and Validity
You must be a citizen of the People’s Republic of China to apply for a passport.
Validity periods:
Adults (16 years and older): 10 years
Minors (under 16 years): 5 years
Chinese passports cannot be extended; once expired, you must apply for a new one.
2. Required DocumentsBefore applying, prepare the following materials:
Completed passport application form (中华人民共和国护照/旅行证申请表)
Resident Identity Card (居民身份证) or Household Registration Booklet (户口簿)
Recent color passport photo (taken according to ICAO standards, usually handled by authorized photo studios)
Previous passport, if renewing
Proof of travel purpose (for first-time applicants in mainland China, if required by local authorities)
For minors under 16:
Birth certificate
Both parents’ ID cards
Written parental consent (both parents or legal guardian must be present or provide notarized authorization)
3. How to ApplyIn Mainland China:
Apply at the Exit and Entry Administration Office of your local Public Security Bureau (公安局出入境管理部门).
Submit your application form, ID, and supporting documents.
Have your photo, fingerprints, and signature recorded on site.
Pay the passport issuance fee.
Outside China:
Apply at your nearest Chinese embassy or consulate.
Requirements are similar, but you may need to provide additional proof of residence abroad or travel necessity.
4. Fees and Processing TimesFees (as of 2025):
Standard passport: ¥120 RMB (in China)
Overseas applications: fees vary by country, typically US$30–40
Processing times:
In China: 7–15 working days
Abroad: 2–6 weeks (depending on the embassy or consulate)
5. Collecting Your PassportYou will be notified by SMS or email once your passport is ready.
Collect it in person at the same office or consulate where you applied, presenting your receipt and ID.
If you used an online booking system, you may also be able to track your application status online.
Key TipsAlways verify your personal details before leaving the passport office.
Apply well ahead of your planned travel date; delays may occur during peak periods.
Report lost or stolen passports immediately to the police and your nearest Exit-Entry Administration or Chinese consulate.
Do not attempt to alter or damage your passport; doing so may invalidate it.
The Chinese biometric passport represents a secure and globally recognized proof of citizenship. Always apply through the official Public Security Bureau offices or Chinese diplomatic missions abroad to ensure authenticity and security.
For official information and online services:
https://www.nia.gov.cn https://cs.mfa.gov.cn