Category: Rules and documents
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Chinese new electronic work permit. What does it mean? Should we still make work permit cards?
The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security will integrate the Foreigner’s Work Permit into the social security card starting December 1, 2024, simplifying processes and providing greater convenience for foreign nationals in China. On November 25, the Foreigner’s Work Permit application portal announced a system upgrade from November 29…
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Wow! China is offering a 5-year Mainland travel permit to non-Chinese Hong Kong and Macao permanent residents. Such a cool opportunity!
China’s National Immigration Administration has introduced a five-year multi-entry travel permit for foreign permanent residents of Hong Kong and Macao to facilitate travel to the Chinese mainland within the Greater Bay Area, with applications starting from July 10, 2024. Really great new for all foreigners living in HK and Macao!!!!…
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Visa-free for cruise travellers… for 15 DAYS!!!
According to a press conference held by the National Immigration Administration on May 15, it was declared that: Starting from May 15, 2024, foreign tourist groups (of two or more people) arriving in China by cruise ship and organized by Chinese travel agencies can enter and stay without a visa…
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New visa rules for foreign visitors from January 11, 2024
On January 11, the National Immigration Administration held a press conference to introduce five measures to facilitate foreigners’ visits to China. The following five measures will be implemented from January 11. Relax the requirements for foreigners coming to China to apply for visas at ports of entry. For urgent non-diplomatic…
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Temporary Residence Registration for Foreigners, or “Police Registration”
Temporary residence registration is a compulsory procedure for all foreign nationals in China. Whether you are in the country for a visit or planning to stay long-term, you must register with the local authorities within 24 hours of your arrival. Who has to register and when? According to the Exit…
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New Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card from December 1, 2023
On September 15, 2023, the National Immigration Administration (NIA) conducted a press conference in Beijing. During the event, they announced the official launch of the new version of China’s Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card, scheduled to become effective on December 1, 2023. Alongside this announcement, officials also unveiled the design…
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What is Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card?
New Version of Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card to be Issued in China Starting December 1, 2023 The Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card is an official identification document issued to eligible foreigners who have been granted permanent residency within China. This card serves as a valid means of personal identification…
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How to visit China without visa? 72/144-hour visa-free transit explained
Did you know that China offers a convenient way for travelers to visit the country without needing a visa? It’s called the 72/144-hour visa-free transit policy. This policy allows eligible foreigners from selected countries to enjoy a three or six-day stay in certain Chinese cities without the requirement of obtaining…
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China Visa-Free for 6 countries
China’s recent decision to enhance its visa policies by providing visa-free entry for up to 15 days to travelers from France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, and Malaysia is a significant step towards facilitating cross-border travel. This trial policy, which will be in effect for a year starting from December…
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China Visa Types Explained
The majority of foreign citizens must acquire one of the visas for China in order to visit the country. There are only a few nationalities are permitted visa-free entry for short stays. China offers at most 15-day visa-free entry to travelers holding ordinary passports from France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands,…