Frequently Asked Questions about Travel Visas
Chinese Visas 3 questions
What do I put for “local ID” on the Chinese visa application
Drivers licence number
My passport expired, but has a valid ten-year Chinese visa. Can I still travel or do I need to renew my Chinese Visa?
Luckily, you don’t have to apply for a Chinese Visa again. The Chinese government allows you to travel carrying both passports: a current valid US passport without a visa and an expired passport with the valid ten-year Chinese visa. If you lose your passport, however, you will have to apply for a visa again.
I will be attending some meetings in China. Should I apply for a China business visa or tourist visa?
If the main purpose of your visit/trip is business, trade affairs, or commercial discussions then you must apply for a business visa to China. However, you are allowed to tour the country with a business visa. You do not need a separate Chinese tourist visa to see China’s cultural heritage.
In addition to all required paperwork, you should request a business invite from the inviting company in China.
UK Visas 6 questions
Can I apply for electronic visa waiver (EVW)?
You can apply for electronic visa waiver (EVW) instead of a visa if you have a passport from Kuwait, Oman, Qatar or the United Arab Emirates. An EVW lets you visit the UK for up to 6 months for tourism, business, study or medical treatment.
Why I’m not able to book biometric reading appointment for UK overseas territory?
Biometric readings are not needed for UK overseas territory (it will be collected at the border).
When can I submit after biometric readings are done?
The visa application must be submitted no earlier than 24-36 hours after and no later than 2 weeks after biometric submission.
Where do I go for biometrics (UK visa)?
You must book your biometric appointment at a US Department of Homeland Security application support centre (ASC) when your online application is completed and payment is made online. This is to have your photo and fingerprints taken (known as ‘biometric information’). When you visit the ASC for your biometrics appointment, please take your current passport, a print out of your application form and a copy of your biometric confirmation receipt. You can print your receipt when you apply online.
Can I cancel (withdraw) an application for UK visa?
You can ask to cancel by writing personal request (please include Your personal information and application ID number, sign it) for withdrawal of the process. You will get your refund for the application if it hasn’t been processed.
How early can I apply for a UK Visa?
The earliest you can apply is 3 months before you travel.
Frequently Asked Questions About US Passports
Passport Cards 2 questions
I have a passport card, but have not been issued a passport book, how do I apply for a book?
- If your card has ten year validity you can apply for a book with a DS-82 and instead of providing a book to be renewed, you would use your passport card. Both will be returned when the new book is issued.
- If your card has only five year validity, you will have to apply for a book with a DS-11 and have your documents executed by an Acceptance Agent as outlined in our New Passport section.
I applied for a passport card, why wasn’t it returned with my new passport?
Passport cards take an additional 2-3 weeks to process and will be sent directly from the State Department to the mailing address provided on your application.
General Frequently Asked Questions
Payments 1 question
How do I pay for Travel Visa Pro services?
To make a payment, you have several options:
- Online on our website: You can visit our secure payment portal at https://www.travelvisapro.com/payment and fill out the form to pay with a card, PayPal, or Google Pay.
- Over the phone 24/7: 833-TVP-VISA or email info@travelvisapro.com.
- PayPal to accounting@travelvisapro.com
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- Via wire into our Bank account: Please call us for instructions: 415-229-3210.
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