Visa Information & Invitation Letter


Visa Information

Visitors to the mainland of the People's Republic of China must obtain a visa from one of the Chinese diplomatic missions unless they are citizens of one of the visa-exempt countries.

There are several visa options for attendees. We strongly recommend that you first explore visa-free entry, transit visas, or a tourist (L) visa before considering an F visa. If you have further questions, please consult your nearest Chinese embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date guidance.

1. Visa-Free Entry

Holders of ordinary passports from eligible countries may enter China without a visa for short-term visits.

2. Transit Visa

Citizens of ~55 countries can transit through China visa-free when traveling onward to a third country:

  • 24-hour visa-free transit (with interline ticket)
  • 72-hour / 144-hour visa-free transit (54 eligible countries)
  • 240-hour visa-free transit

Note: Usually not suitable for conference attendance unless you are genuinely in transit.

3. L Visa (Tourist Visa)

Intended for tourism, sightseeing, or personal visits.

  • Required for attendees from countries not on the visa-free lists
  • Typically valid for 30–90 days (single or multiple entry)
  • Requires: valid passport, proof of accommodation, return/onward flight ticket

4. F Visa (Visit/Exchange Visa)

Intended for non-commercial exchanges, academic visits, and short-term professional events.

  • Recommended for invited speakers, presenters, and academic participants
  • Requires an official invitation letter from the AACL-IJCNLP 2026 Organizer
  • Usually valid for 30–90 days

Quick Reference Guide

  • If your country is on the 30-day visa-free list: You may not need a visa.
  • If your country is on the 10-day transit list only: You likely still need a visa for AACL-IJCNLP 2026.
  • If you are an invited speaker/presenter: Request an F Visa invitation letter from the organizers.
  • If you are attending as a general participant or tourist: Apply for an L Visa.

Official Resources:

Visa Exemption Policy China Online Visa Application (COVA) Chinese Visa Application Service Center

⚠ Important Note for Attendees

Visa policies can change. Always confirm the latest requirements with your local Chinese embassy/consulate before applying.

Chinese visa processing may take a few weeks. Participants are strongly encouraged to apply at least TWO months ahead of their departure date to allow sufficient time for processing and visa issuance.

Invitation Letter

Regular Invitation Letter will be issued automatically upon completion of the registration. If you don't need the letter urgently, please wait until registration opens.

Expedited Invitation Letter

For those who need to expedite the process, please provide all of the following information and documents in your request and send it to:

Required Information for All Applicants:

  • Your full name as shown in your passport (as it will appear on the letter)
  • Date of birth and Nationality
  • Your passport number (if you wish to include it in the invitation letter)
  • Your title and affiliation (department and university or company)
  • Affiliation address
  • Official contact email address

If You Are an Author

Please include the title of your accepted paper at AACL-IJCNLP 2026.

If You Are Not an Author

Please include:

  • An up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV) including a list of publications (if applicable)
  • A brief statement explaining your interests in the conference
  • A list of any recent AACL / EMNLP / ACL conferences you have attended, and/or a reference in the NLP community who has attended past AACL/ACL/EMNLP conferences

Privacy Statement

All personal information received will be treated as strictly confidential. The information will only be used for the purpose of issuing the requested invitation letter.

November 6 – 10, 2026 · Hengqin, China

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