什么是签证更新电子系统 (EVUS)?
签证更新电子系统是指持有十年有效B1/B2, B1或B2（访问者）签证的中国公民所使用的个人基本信息在线定期更新系统， 以协助其赴美旅行。除了有效签证以外，上述旅客必须完成EVUS 登记，以便获得许可进入美国。
进入美国是否需要登记 EVUS?
是的。自 2016 年 11 月起即需要登记。美国政府和中国政府就签发十年期旅游签证做出了双边互惠安排。该协议规定旅客须定期完成在线表格填写以更新个人信息。此表格的填写将有助于加快中国旅客入境美国。
在 EVUS 系统更新信息是否需要付费?
在 EVUS 登记需缴付少量费用用于维护系统运行。EVUS 系统开始启用前，将会提供费用信息。
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What is the Electronic Visa Update System (EVUS)?
EVUS is the online system used by nationals of China holding a 10-year B1/B2, B1 or B2 (visitor) visa periodically to update basic biographic information to facilitate their travel to the United States. In addition to a valid visa, such travelers will be required to complete an EVUS enrollment to be admitted into the United States.
Is there a fee to update information in the EVUS System?
There will be a nominal fee to enroll with EVUS. The fee will be used to cover the cost of running the system. Fee information will be available before EVUS enrollment begins.
How do travelers use EVUS?
As of now, there is nothing Chinese travelers need to do. Beginning in November 2016, Chinese travelers will need to go online and update their information in order to comply with EVUS requirements.
As the system is developed and the launch date gets closer, the U.S. Government will ensure that information about the EVUS process is readily available. More information will be provided regarding how to make entry into the United States as easy as possible.
Can someone else update information in EVUS on a traveler’s behalf?
Yes, a friend, relative, travel industry professional, or another third party may submit the required information to EVUS on a traveler’s behalf. A third party may also pay related fees on behalf of the traveler. However, the traveler is responsible for the truthfulness and accuracy of all information submitted on his or her behalf.
Will EVUS enrollment be required for admittance into the United States?
Starting in November 2016, yes. The Governments of the United States and China entered into an arrangement on a reciprocal basis, to issue visitor visas with 10-year validity. The arrangement recognized that travelers would be required to periodically complete an online form updating their biographical information. Completing this form will help facilitate the admission of Chinese travelers into the United States.
Do other countries have this requirement?
This requirement is new. The U.S. Government expects that this requirement may be applied to additional countries in the future.
When will this new requirement take effect?
Travelers holding 10-year B1/B2, B1 or B2 visas will begin using the system in November 2016. Before that date, travelers holding 10-year B1/B2, B1 or B2 visas may travel to the United States without any further action. All other travelers with valid visas may travel to the United States as they do normally, regardless of the date.
Will this affect current visa holders, new applicants, or both?
Both. Applicants who are holding valid 10-year B1/B2, B1 or B2 visas issued before November 2016 will have to enroll in EVUS to use their visas any time after the launch of the program. Applicants who receive 10-year B1/B2, B1 or B2 visas from November 2016 onwards will have to enroll before their initial trip to the United States. Enrollment for all applicants will remain valid for two years or until the traveler’s visa or passport expire, whichever comes first. The visa holders will then have to update their information before traveling to the U.S. again.
I just received a 10-year B1/B2 visa a few months ago. Will I need to obtain a new visa after I enroll in EVUS?
No, your visa remains valid. However, you will be unable to travel to the United States after November 2016 unless you have also enrolled in EVUS. Enrollment in EVUS is separate from the visa application process.
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