China Work Visas
for Foreigners

Since the reform and opening up, China has developed at an amazing pace in just 30-40 years, leaping to become the world's second largest economy and continuing to be the largest contributor to the world's economic growth, with the total economic volume exceeding 100 trillion yuan in 2020 and 133 entities on the list of the world's top 500 companies.

Visa Services HK is here to guide you through a seamless and stress-free application process. With a China work/employment visa, you can conduct businesses in China and explore endless opportunities within the country.

What is the Foreigner's Work Permit/ Visa

According to Article 41 of the Exit and Entry Control Law of the People's Republic of China, foreigners working in China shall obtain a valid work permit/visa and the residence permit, according to related regulations.

No entity nor individual may employ a foreigner who has not obtained a China employment visa or work-related residence permit.

Therefore, it is necessary for foreigners to obtain a valid work permit/visa and the residence permit in order to legally stay and work in China

The China employment visa will also allow foreigners to conduct businesses in China.

China Employer Hiring Foreign Employees

As per the Service Guide on Work Permits/Visas for Foreigners in China, Employers in China employing foreign personnels must have their employees complete the application for a work permit/visa and residence permit, processes for foreigners applying for a China work visa are as follows:

Online application for a Foreigner's "Work Permit Notice" from outside of China
Apply for a Z-Class Visa at a Chinese Embassy/ Consulate
Submit "Work Permit Notice" and Z-Class Visa application
Once applications have been approved, applicants will receive of the Visa for Entry (note, this is not the Work permit)
Once the applicant arrives in China, make a Temporary Residence Registration with the Police
Medical Verification
Acquiring the Work Permit/ Visa
Acquiring the Resident Permit

In the process, the Employer or the commissioned application agency must register online for an account, and submit the required documents.

The State Administration of Foreign Experts will be responsible for organising and implementing the "Foreigner's Work Permit", and will classify foreigners working in China into 3 types, which are:

A-Grade

Foreign Elite Talents

Foreign elite talents, such as scientists, scientific and technological pioneers, international entrepreneurs, special talents and other high-end talents.

B-Grade

Foreign Professionals

Foreign professionals who meet the requirements of the guiding catalog and positions for foreigners to work in China.

C-Grade

Foreign General Personnels

Foreign general personnels who meet the domestic labour market's demand and national policies.

Our China Employment Visa Application Service

Our dedicated team at Boötes Consulting Services Limited will guide you through every step of your China employment and residence permit/visa application. We will assist you with the preparation of documentations, whether you are the visa applicant or the Employer.

Our specialists are multi-lingual, fluent in English, German, Cantonese Chinese and Mandarin Chinese. We will take charge of communicating with the Chinese Government agencies, which effectively enhances the efficiency and shortens the application processes.

By analyzing each incoming case, we will create tailor-made strategies according to the applicant’s strengths. We are committed to checking, proofreading relevant materials, writing reports and providing supplementary information that meet the requirements of the Foreign Affairs Bureau.

Our permit/ visa application services include:

China Work and Dependent Permits/Visa
Hong Kong Work, Dependent, and Student Visas

Contact one of our consultants to find out if you or your foreign employees are eligible.

China Work Visas for Foreigners