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DOS Announces Visa Extension For Chinese B1, B2 Visitors

The Department of State announced that beginning January 15, 2005, eligible Chinese nationals who wish to visit the US temporarily for business (B-1) or tourism (B-2) will be issued visas that are valid for 12 months and multiple entries, extended from the previous 6-month maximum validity. For the item, see here.

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