Tools / Guides
All guides
Each guide explains one rule a tool applies, in plain words, with the official page and the date it was checked at the end.
- Application documents
Chinese Government Scholarship documents: the 13 items and who needs which
The official application guide lists 13 documents. Eight apply to almost everyone; the rest depend on your level, teaching language, age and field. A plain reading of each item.
- Scholarships
Which Chinese Government Scholarship programme can you apply to?
The Chinese Government Scholarship has eight programmes, and each takes applications through a different body. Which one is open to you depends on your country, level and who recommends you.
- Visa and arrival
X1 or X2: which China student visa the 180-day rule gives you
Study of more than 180 days needs an X1 visa and a residence permit within 30 days of entry. Study of 180 days or less needs an X2. The documents and the steps after landing, from the law and embassy guidance.