Explore Visa-Free Countries with Chinese Residence Permit This Christmas

As the Christmas season approaches, those with a Chinese residence permit are presented with a wonderful opportunity to explore various visa-free countries. It is essential to consider some critical matters to ensure your holidays are both enjoyable and worry-free.

1 Work Visa Renewal Reminder

For those planning to return to China after Christmas, if your work visa is set to expire within a month of your return, arranging for its renewal before departing from China is crucial. This precaution is vital to prevent the challenging situation where you might find your visa expired upon returning, hindering timely renewal and potentially necessitating a return to your home country.

2 Passport Collection Notice Before Christmas

With Christmas fast approaching, there are now about ten days left. If you need to retrieve your passport before Christmas, please start the visa processing within the next two days. Visa processing typically takes seven business days. Contact us immediately if you have an urgent need.

3 Exit Reminder

Pay attention to your visa type. Those with a stay visa have only one opportunity to exit and cannot re-enter. However, if you have a Chinese residence permit, you may enter and exit multiple times. If you have submitted a visa application and hold a receipt, you can travel within the country but are not permitted to go abroad.

4 Christmas Holiday Travel Guide

For holders of a Chinese residence permit, the festive season can be even more exciting. You can enjoy visa-free entry to the following countries: Japan (30 days), South Korea (90 days), Thailand (30 days), Vietnam (30 days), Malaysia (30 days), Indonesia (30 days), Bahrain (96 hours), Belarus (30 days), Qatar (30 days), and Azerbaijan (90 days).

5 Special Considerations for Visa Processing

The following groups should pay special attention when processing visas: customers who have recently changed jobs and whose work visa has been cancelled, holding a short-term stay visa; those planning to apply for permanent residency (advised to leave the country after submitting all review materials); and those investing in opening businesses within China (advised to leave after completing the signing of review materials).

We recommend that you plan and begin your procedures as early as possible to avoid any potential delays. Please feel free to contact us for assistance or if you have any questions. Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a delightful holiday season with the freedom provided by your Chinese residence permit!