China issues X1 visas to students seeking higher academic education in the country (representative image)
About 23,000 Indian students, the majority of whom were in medical school, were locked up at home due to Covid visa restrictions
China announced Monday that it will resume issuing visas to students, especially Indians, who intend to pursue education in the country.
“Congratulations to #Indian #students! Your patience is worth it. I can really share your excitement and happiness. Welcome back to #China!” Ji Rong, adviser to the Asian Affairs Department of the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, said in a tweet.
The Chinese Embassy in India said on its website that it has updated the “Application Procedures and Material Requirements of China Visa”, which will be implemented from August 24, and shared steps of the new process.
China will issue X1 visas to students who intend to pursue higher academic education in the country. These are also new and old students and China wants them to return at the earliest.
About 23,000 Indian students, the majority of whom were in medical school, were locked up at home due to Covid visa restrictions.
India had submitted a list of the students after China asked for the names of those who wanted to return and resume their studies.
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