1. Shanghai – Work Visa Application Without Leaving the Country
To further facilitate international interactions, foreigners from 12 visa-exempt countries (Hungary, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Malaysia, Switzerland, Ireland, Austria, Belgium, and Luxembourg) can now directly apply for business and tourist visas in Shanghai after visa-exempt entry. More conveniently, they can also apply for a work visa without needing to exit the country.
2. Shanghai – Extension of Shanghai M Visa Within China
Foreign nationals who enter China on an M visa for business and trade activities, invited by a company in Shanghai, can now apply for an extension within China if their plans are not completed within the visa’s validity period without needing to leave and re-enter the country.
3. Impact of Foreign Experts Bureau System Migration on Work Visa Processing
Since June 3, 2024, 9:00 AM, the process of applying for a work visa requires accessing the “Foreigner’s Work Management Service System” and “Foreign Expert Project Management Information System” through the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security’s National Public Service Platform (www12333.gov.cn).
With this system migration, the registration for new accounts may be slower. It is advised to start the process early if you plan to start a company or hire foreign nationals.
4. Educational Degree Validity Requires Historical Documentation
For degrees obtained in China to be recognized abroad, they must be verified through an educational verification process. Unfortunately, the Chinese Higher Education Information website cannot verify degrees issued before 1990. Applicants must retrieve their previous educational registration and the ID card used at that time to meet the verification requirements.
5. Implementation of the Five-Year Capital Contribution System for Enterprises
The New Corporate Law of the People’s Republic of China, enacted on December 29, 2023, will take effect on July 1, 2024. With this new law, the subscribed capital system is initiated where the total amount of capital subscribed by shareholders must be fully paid within five years from the date of company registration.
6. Changes in the Requirements for Spousal Reunion Permanent Residence Application
Applicants for spousal reunion permanent residence must now provide a detailed statement including information about both the applicant’s and spouse’s education, employer, job position, and annual income. This documentation will facilitate and expedite the application process, so it is important not to overlook this requirement.
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