The Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Republic of Sierra Leone has formally launched the China Online Visa Application (COVA) system and the Appointment for Visa Application Submission (AVAS) system on 10th April 2019. The COVA and AVAS will facilitate the visa application, and an increasing number of applicants are using the new application method. From now on, all Visa applicants for China (Mainland) in Sierra Leone are required to complete the online application form and make online appointments. No handwritten application forms will be accepted. To access the guide to online visa application, go to: https://www.fmprc.gov.cn/ce/cesl/eng/ywzn/lsyw/qz/t1090078.htm or the visa service page of the official website of the Chinese Embassy in Sierra Leone (www.fmprc.gov.cn/ce/cesl/eng). Applicants are advised to fill in the online application form and make online appointments seven days in advance.

AT/16/5/19

Friday May 17, 2019.