How can I extend my visa for another 3 months?

Question

I'm from the US and have been living in China for 9 months. I came hear with a 3-month visa (L-Visa?), and renewed it twice. Each time, the visa was renewed by my Chinese doctor, as am under his care. Now, he won't renew, and i don't know how to. If another doctor writes a letter on my behalf, will that work?

Answer 1

if you are under medical care you should be able to approach the u.s consulate in china and explain your circumstances. As long as you have proof of your illness.

Answer 2

There are companies in China that will "get" you any visa type/extension/renewal that you need. I just changed from a student X visa that ran out to an L for a month and then will get a 6 month F.



I found this company in the classifieds of "That's Shanghai," website an expat publication. If you're not in a first tier city it may be more difficult to find a company that does this. They're not really that cheap, but you don't ever have to leave the country. Search the web for expat publications in your area and you should find a company that provides visa services.



At worst, if your health permits, you can take a trip to HK and get a new 3 month L-visa and then renew two more times.

Answer 3

simple.. go to the embassy...