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February 20, 2018

Effective immediately, China’s Ministry of Public Security has introduced a new five-year multiple-entry visa and residence permit for individuals of Chinese descent living overseas. Previously, overseas ethnic Chinese could only obtain a visa valid for a maximum of one year. To qualify, candidates must have at least one parent, grandparent or unspecified ancestor who is […]

January 26, 2018

Effective 1st January 2018, new regulations for the “R visa” for high-level talent allow multiple stays in China of up to 180 days at a time, with a validity of up to ten years, a streamlined online application system and reduced processing times. Who Qualifies? To obtain an R visa, applicants must qualify as Category […]

January 8, 2018

Effective 1st January 2018, new regulations for the “R Visa” for high-level talent allow multiple stays in China of up to 180 days at a time, with a validity of up to ten years, a streamlined online application system and reduced processing times. Who qualifies? Those qualifying as top talent include highly-qualified scientists, international entrepreneurs […]

December 15, 2017

The State Administration of Foreign Expert Affairs (SAFEA) has announced that, effective 28th February 2018, all work permit renewal applications nationwide will have to be submitted at least 30 working days before the expiry date. Those who fail to comply with this new deadline will be denied renewal, and will have to apply for a […]

December 14, 2017

The Shanghai Entry-Exit Expert Bureau will suspend all immigration applications between 22nd and 25th December 2017, as the national immigration system undergoes an upgrade. Please note: During this period, the Bureau will not accept any new or extension applications or issue any permits via its headquarters, branches, self-service spots, on-line service or WeChat. For already […]

September 29, 2017

The Shanghai Foreign Expert Bureau is now accepting work permit applications from applicants classified as either Category A or B, and holding an M (business) or L (tourist) entry visa, rather than a Z (work) visa. Risks and benefits Note that Category B applicants risk their M or L entry visa expiring while their work permit […]

March 24, 2017

From 1st April 2017, a new work permit framework will be introduced across China. The Shanghai Foreign Expert Bureau has announced that Shanghai will move to the new unified work permit system on 27th March 2017, earlier than the planned nationwide start date. Work permits will be split into three categories, and an online management […]

January 18, 2017

China Britain Trade Expo 2016 will be held at the Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre on 28th January 2016. Focusing on high value trade opportunities between China and Britain, supply chain opportunities and best practice, this bilateral trade event is not to be missed. China Britain Trade Expo 2016 will incorporate a high profile conference schedule comprising […]

December 14, 2016

In early 2016, Israel and China signed a 10-year Multiple Entry Visa Agreement. This agreement effectively makes Israel the third country, after the United States and Canada, to have such an arrangement with China. The agreement came into effect and…

October 13, 2016

It is expected that the time period to obtain business visas for China is likely to be reduced after government agencies in Beijing and Shanghai ceased issuing M (business) visa invitation letters. Companies in Beijing and Shanghai are no…