The Volvo China Open was established in 1995 and is the longest-running international professional golf tournament in the Chinese mainland. Following the protocol of such renowned national-level championships as The Open and the US Open, since 2005 the tournament has staged its qualifying competition. Its purpose is to provide a pathway for more professionals and amateurs without qualification, especially promising local Chinese players, to participate in the tournament and gain valuable experiences at the highest level.

Entry into the qualifying tournament is 1,500 yuan and includes a practice day on Monday, March 17 at Enhance Anting Golf Club. The 18-hole Robert Trent Jones Junior-designed layout is the host venue for both the qualifying tournament and the national championship.

Successful applicants are required to pay their entry fee within five days of the players list being announced. Those who have qualified will be confirmed by e-mail notification.

Registration for the qualifying tournament is March 17 from 8am to 3pm.