Issued to those who intend to transit through China.
Issued to those who intend to go to China for exchanges, visits, study toursand other activities.
Issued to those who intend to reside in China permanently.
Issued to foreign crew members of means of international transportation, including aircraft, trains and ships, or motor vehicle drivers engaged in cross-border transport activities, or to the accompanying family members of the crew members of the above-mentioned ships.