The British Embassy in China has simplified the procedure for visa application, abolishing the face-to-face interview. Chinese students now only have to submit their application materials. 

Chinese students who apply for British visas now only have to submit their application materials.

Officials from the British Embassy suggest Chinese students hand in complete and specific written materials, which will help the visa application. And students will be informed of the application results no later than the next day.

Moreover, the officials state that increasing numbers of Chinese students will be granted British visas.

(CRI July 12, 2004)