Work
- Guangzhou, Foshan mutually recognize foreign talent work permits
- Notice of the Shanghai Municipal People's Government on Issuing the Several Provisions on Encouraging Overseas Returnees to Work and Start Businesses in Shanghai
- Shanghai Sci-tech Co-research Program
- New Qualification Recognition Rules Now Apply to Foreigners
- Work Permit
Guangzhou and Foshan have jointly issued measures to streamline and facilitate work permits for foreign talents....
These Provisions are formulated to further improve work related to overseas returnees, accelerate the building of Shanghai into a high-level talent hub, implement more proactive, open, and effective p...
In coherence with the Global Sci-Tech Partnership Initiative, the Science and Technology Commission of Shanghai Municipality(STCSM) hereby releases the 2026 Application Guide for the Shanghai Sci-tech...
The Guangzhou Municipal Human Resources and Social Security Bureau has recently issued the Catalogue of Overseas Professional Qualifications Corresponding to Chinese Professional Titles in Guangzhou (...
Documents required for foreigners to apply for work permits are as follows: (I) A completed Application Form for Foreigner's Work Permit; A completed Application Form for Foreigner's Work Permit.pdf...
Business
- Shanghai launches three-year action plan for leasing and business services
- Guangdong Policy Roundup: Trade, Healthcare and Tourism
- Shanghai unveils 20 measures to encourage foreign reinvestment
- Shanghai rolls out new plan to enhance business environment
- Shanghai rolls out detailed rules to support high-growth firms
Shanghai has unveiled a three-year action plan to promote the development of the city's leasing and business services industry....
China implements provisional import tariffs below MFN rate on 935 products According to the 2026 Tariff Adjustment Plan, effective January 1, 2026, China will implement provisional import tariffs bel...
Shanghai has rolled out a comprehensive set of measures to encourage reinvestment by foreign-invested enterprises. ...
On Jan 4, the first working day of the new year, Shanghai unveiled its 2026 Action Plan to Accelerate the Development of a World-Class Business Environment at a citywide conference focused on improvin...
In a move to strengthen innovation-driven development, Shanghai has released a detailed implementation plan to support high-growth enterprises....
Study
- Policies help ease problems of migrant kids
- Study in Shanghai | Admission and enrollment policies
- Study-based Residence Permit
- Pre-departure guide for studying in Shanghai
- Guide for International Interns Exchange Program's Participants
The eastern province of Zhejiang has channeled greater efforts and resources to support the well-being of migrant children, and has taken several explorative steps to ease the children's problems of e...
Studying in China is an exciting opportunity that offers both personal and academic growth. Understanding the admission requirements and what to expect during the enrollment process is crucial for mak...
Expats who plan to study in China need to applyfor study and residence permits within 30 days....
Editor's note: Dear international students, congratulations on your admission! As you prepare for your studies in Shanghai, you might feel both excited and anxious. To help ease your worries and ens...
If you’re a member of International Youth Intern Exchange Program (Category C, Interns from France, Germany, or Singapore), do you know how to Apply for Notification Letters of Foreigner's Work Permit...
Tourism
- China to Grant Visa-free Policy to Canadian and British Nationals from February 17
- China Extends Visa Fees Reduction Until December 31, 2026
- China's entry facilitation policies for foreign nationals
- The new measure for the online submission of the Foreigner Arrival Card by foreigners entering China was implemented starting from November 20, 2025
- From camping to dog walks: New park rules start today
To further facilitate cross-border travel, China decides to, starting from February 17, 2026, extend its visa-free policy to ordinary passport holders from Canada and the UK....
Introduced in December 2023 to help lower the cost of travel procedures for international visitors, China’s reduced visa fees, initially planned for one year and already extended once through December...
Here is an infographic concerning China's latest entry facilitation policies for foreign nationals....
Effective November 20, 2025, foreign nationals may fill in the relevant entry information online before coming to China through the official website and government service platform of the National Imm...
Shanghai's updated park rules take effect today, making visits safer, more comfortable, and easier to enjoy....
Others
- Shanghai eases property curbs further to boost market
- The Cyberspace Administration of China and 11 Other Departments Jointly Issue the Implementation Opinions on Enhancing the Convenience of Digital Services for Foreign Nationals Entering China.
- Tianjin to implement new house fund Policy from February
- China Proposes Stricter Rules on Airline Seat Locking
Shanghai has unveiled a new package of real estate policies, significantly lowering the threshold for non-locals to buy homes and hiking the housing provident fund loan cap to stimulate the market....
Recently, 11 China issued the "Implementation Opinions on Enhancing the Convenience of Digital Services for Foreign Nationals Entering China" (hereinafter referred to as the "Implementation Opinions")...
On January 26, Tianjin issued the "Tianjin Individual Housing Provident Fund Loan Management Measures", which will be effective from February 1, 2026....
The China Air Transport Association (CATA) has released a draft group standard titled Rules for Seat Reservation by Public Air Transport Enterprises for public comment, aiming to curb controversial se...
FAQ
- How to Extend Your Work Permit in China
- What should I do with my residence permit if I renew my passport?
- How can I complete customs clearance?
- New Rules: Key Regulations Taking Effect in China on Jan 1, 2026
- Feb 1, 2026: Visas, Jobs... 12 New Incentives for Foreigners
Are you working in Beijing and planning to extend your work permit? This infographic walks you through the renewal process step by step. Take a look and make your application easier....
For foreign nationals living in Shanghai, a residence permit is closely tied to their passport, as well as their study, employment, and family status....
I have a shipment of personal effects (used household goods) arriving at Shanghai Port, but I am unable to find a customs broker who handles personal items. Could you please advise on how an individu...
A series of new national regulations have taken effect across China on January 1, 2026, addressing public concerns and shaping daily life in areas from public security and childcare to electric vehicl...
Hainan Province has officially released the Measures of Haikou Jiangdong New Area on Supporting the Concentration of Foreign Talent, introducing 12 targeted policies designed to attract and support fo...
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