- 1 acceptable photo if you apply online, or 2 photos if you use a paper application form.
- your passport or certificate of identity.
If you apply online, you must upload a copy of your passport when you apply. We will let you know if you need to send your passport after you have applied.
Providing your passport for online applications
If you submit a paper application, provide your original passport or a certified copy. We can usually process your application faster if you provide your original passport.
Also provide a copy of your Identity card.
Also provide your:
- Hukou (household registration book)
- Chinese identity card.
If you are a citizen of China and you submit a paper application form in China, you must also complete a supplementary form.
Supplementary form for Chinese citizens (INZ 1027) PDF 338KB
If you are submitting a paper application form, you must provide a supplementary form for Hong Kong and Macao visitors, workers and students.
Supplementary form for Hong Kong and Macao visitors, workers and students (INZ 1220) PDF 240KB