For a passport biodata page upload China Arrival Card filing, photograph the full data page and confirm the accepted file formats on the portal, then check every field against your passport.
This independent guide helps Singapore travelers prepare their passport page. It isn’t a government site, and we don’t charge fees or file anything for you. Its details come from unofficial reports, so verify them on the National Immigration Administration (NIA) portal before you travel.
Passport Biodata Page Upload China Arrival Card Basics
Heading to China as a foreign visitor? You file a digital arrival declaration with passport, flight and hotel details. For a full overview of the process, see our guide to the China digital arrival card and entry workflow.
- Web: the NIA address given in reports, https://s.nia.gov.cn/ArrivalCardFillingPC/, reportedly free, in English or Chinese — for a desktop walkthrough, see our complete PC filling guide for the entry declaration.
- Mobile: the Alipay “12367” mini-program or the separate NIA 12367 app.
- Timing: reports give a window of up to 72 hours before arrival; confirm it on the NIA portal, and see our article on how early Singapore travellers can submit the card.
Automatic recognition of passport details in this form isn’t confirmed, so type your details rather than relying on it.
Intermediaries may charge fees, so type the address yourself.
Passport Data and Scan Specifications
Capture the whole page, with no glare, no shadows, no fingers in frame and nothing cut off, according to reports from a visa-service walkthrough, which may not describe the NIA form.
Prepare the surface
Lay the passport flat on a matte surface in soft, even light.
Frame the full page
Keep fingers out of frame and include the full page in the shot.
Avoid glare and shadows
Avoid glare and shadows across the printed text.
If glare or shadow covers the printed details, retake the photo in different light.
Passport Biodata Page Upload China Arrival Card Errors
If the upload fails, check the required file size and format on the NIA portal. For broader portal problems such as slow loading and gateway errors, see our troubleshooting guide for the China Arrival Card website.
Confirm the formats
Confirm the accepted file formats on the portal before converting anything.
Compress the image
Compress the image to the size the portal states.
Retake or resave
Retake or resave the file if it still won’t upload.
The size limit isn’t confirmed outside the portal, so check it there before uploading.
Correcting OCR Failures and Verifying Fields
Whether or not the form reads your passport automatically, compare each entered field with the details printed in the booklet and fix mismatches before submitting. For fixing other kinds of errors after submission, see our article on correcting typos and changing details in China Arrival Card.
| Field | What often goes wrong | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Passport number | A mistyped character or a stray mark in the photo | Retype it from the printed page |
| Given names | A shortened or dropped name in the photo | Type them exactly as printed |
Check every other field the same way, including the passport number, names and dates, character by character against the booklet.
If the form allows editing, correct mismatches by hand before you submit.
Common Mistakes and Fallbacks
Most upload trouble comes from avoidable slips.
| Mistake | Effect | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| Glare or shadow on the page | Details hard to read | Retake in soft light |
| Part of the page cut off | Details missing from the photo | Reframe the full page |
| Wrong file format | Upload rejected | Use the formats the portal lists |
| Oversized file | Upload fails | Compress to the stated limit |
| Unchecked fields | Mismatch at the border | Verify before submitting |
Don’t confuse this declaration with a visa, a customs declaration, or the SG Arrival Card with Electronic Health Declaration that ICA issues in Singapore.
If the upload keeps failing, type your details manually where the form allows, and confirm any on-arrival alternative at the port of entry before you travel.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can I upload a PDF for the passport biodata page upload China Arrival Card?
That isn’t confirmed here. Check the accepted formats on the NIA portal before uploading, and convert your file if the portal asks for a different format.
What is the maximum file size for the passport biodata page upload China Arrival Card?
The exact limit isn’t confirmed outside the portal. Look for the stated limit on the NIA portal, and if the file is rejected, compress it and retake the photo if needed.
Where is the website for filing the China Arrival Card?
Reports point to the NIA web portal at https://s.nia.gov.cn/ArrivalCardFillingPC/. Open the address directly, since this guide isn’t a filing site. Check the spelling before entering data.
Is the China Arrival Card free to submit?
Reports say filing on the NIA portal is free. A payment request may come from a third-party intermediary rather than that portal. Confirm the current position on the portal itself before you pay anything. This guide charges nothing either.
Why does my China Arrival Card passport upload keep timing out?
Check the file size and format against what the NIA portal states, and try again in a fresh browser session. Still timing out? Type your details manually where the form allows, or try the Alipay mini-program.
How do I fix a wrong passport number in the form?
Compare the entered passport number with the printed one, character by character, and retype any mismatch if the form allows editing. If it doesn’t, enter the details manually.
How far in advance can I fill in the China Arrival Card?
Reports give a window of up to 72 hours before arrival, so confirm the timing on the NIA portal. Meanwhile, prepare a clear photo of your passport data page.
What if my passport photo upload keeps failing?
Retake the photo with the full page visible and no glare or shadows. If the upload still fails, type the details manually where the form allows, and check the portal for any on-arrival alternative.
Sources and Further Reading
- Immigration & Checkpoints Authority: Singapore’s own SG Arrival Card with Electronic Health Declaration, not the China form.
Rules can change, so check the NIA portal before you travel.
