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Vince G:
Steve, I would be a little more careful with who I'm sending my financial statements or any other personal info to. I don't see why they would need YOUR financial statements for a Tourist Visa? You get spun into the whirlwind of hope and feelings meanwhile they pick you pocket (or bank account?). Don't send info not needed especially to someone you don't even know.

Neil:
If he's going to vouch for her financially while she is visiting, he has to prove he can support her.  http://www.vfs-canada.com.cn/pdf/PRV_211211.pdf is a list of things the chinese consulate in Hong Kong requires for a Canadian temporary visa.  Specifically the last part:

Proof of inviter’s income and financial situation in the form of
independent, third-party documentation from a Canadian source
which is reliable or easily verifiable. For example, but not
limited to: Canada Revenue Agency Notice of Assessments
[NOA], employment letters showing salary, pay stubs, banks
statements, Statements of Remuneration Paid or financial
statements prepared by a licensed professional.

Vince G:

--- Quote from: Neil on May 23, 2012, 06:29:03 pm ---If he's going to vouch for her financially while she is visiting, he has to prove he can support her.
--- End quote ---

Never heard of such nonsense. Why would he need to "vouch for her financially" or "prove he can support her"? she's visiting not moving there? or staying for work.


btw the link you gave is for "Checklist for Private Visitor Temporary Resident Visa Application" key word, Resident. Tourist & Temporary Resident can not be the same thing (visa)?

Martin:
Vince, its actually not that unusual.  I know of another country that requires proof of finances when going there on a tourist visa.

Vince G:
Well it's not the US?

The B1 visa is designated for temporary business travel, including travel for negotiating contracts, attending exhibitions and conferences, short-term training, and consultations with suppliers and customers, etc.

The B2 visa is designated for tourist activities, such as sightseeing, visiting friends and relatives, obtaining medical treatment, etc. The B1 and B2 visas are not valid for employment in the United States.

All B1/B2 applicants should prepare to present the following documentation and any other relevant information at the time of the interview:

Valid Passport: B1/B2 visa applicants must have passports valid for six months beyond their intended period of stay in the United States. If your passport will expire less than 6 months from the date you plan to leave the United States, or is damaged, or you do not have a page for a visa, please get a new passport before your interview.

One Photograph: Two inches square color photograph, less than 6 months old, against a white background, full frontal view. The photo should be glued to the printed DS-160 confirmation page. Click for more information on photo requirements.

Original Bank Receipt for Application Fee: The application fee may be paid at any CITIC Bank branch in China.

Completed Visa Application Forms: DS-160 online application form.

Evidence of Why You Will Return to China: Please present proof of economic, social, family, or other commitments that will help demonstrate that you intend to return to China after a temporary stay in the United States.  Evidence can vary depending on the applicant’s personal situation. The following are mere suggestions that may help the consular officer to assess your intentions to return to China.  This is not an exhaustive list of what applicants should present at their interview: Hukou Registration, ID card, proof of employment, pay statement that shows regular monthly salary, and bank books with regular deposits and withdrawals.

Invitation Letter: If you are invited to visit someone in the United States, provide information about who is inviting you, purpose of travel, and planned itinerary or schedule. No invitation letter is needed if you are only sightseeing in the United States.

If Traveling for Business: Bring specific information about where you will go, who you will meet, what you will discuss, and what products you plan to buy in the United States. The following documents may be helpful: detailed letters from U.S. business partners indicating the purpose of the trip; copies of contracts or other agreements with U.S. business partners; and information on machines, software or other equipment to be examined, tested or purchased in the United Sates, such as brochures or product catalogues.

If Going to Visit Family: You should provide proof that you have a genuine, ongoing relationship with the person inviting you, and provide information about his/her immigration status in the United States. The following documentation may be helpful: Hukou registration or other proof of genuine family relationship, photos with the U.S. family members in recent years, copy of his/her U.S. passport or green card, copy of his/her passport and U.S. visas, etc. If you previously stayed in the United States longer than the period given on your I-94 form at the U.S. port of entry, you should present the original letter of extension issued by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

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