What\x26#39;s new this month?
New China Visa Policies Updated in December
Part
1
Work Visa Related
1. Shanghai - Work Permit Cancellation in Shanghai Simplified
After cancelling a work permit in Jing'an District, Shanghai, applicants can collect a cancellation certificate from the Jing'an Foreign Expert Bureau.
Only one document is needed: Printed cancellation application form (with application number)
✅ The certificate can be reissued multiple times if lost.
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2. Shanghai - Age Limit for Type B Work Permits Relaxed in Shanghai
Shanghai has eased age restrictions for B-category work permits:
Age limit for B-category permit applicants raised from 60 to 63 years
Age threshold for point-based B-category permits increased from 65 to 70 years
📈 This is welcome news for elder foreign professionals concerned about age limitations.
For more information, welcome to consult our visa specialist, Maggie.
3. Hangzhou - Additional Documentation Required for Hiring Foreigners in F&B Sector
When a restaurant business in Hangzhou employs foreign staff, a situational statement must be provided, including:
Company scale
Job structure
Ratio of Chinese to foreign employees
4. Work Visa Applications in Bangkok Now Require Additional Documents
When applying for a Z-type work visa at the Chinese Visa Center in Bangkok, applicants must upload the bilingual work permit and additionally provide:
Labor contract
Business license of the company
Identification document of the legal representative
For tailored advice, welcome to consult our visa specialist, Maggie.
Part
2
Permanent Residency Related
5. Shanghai - Chinese Descent Applicants for PR in Shanghai Must Provide Passport History
Applicants of Chinese descent applying for permanent residency in Shanghai must provide:
✔ All previous private Chinese passports (including those issued by Chinese embassies/consulates abroad).
📸 If original documents are unavailable, a photo of the passport's ID page is required.
For tailored advice, welcome to consult our visa specialist, Maggie.
6. Residence Permits for Family Reunion Based on Chinese Relatives or PR Status
For foreigners applying for family reunion residence permits through Chinese permanent residents or family ties with Chinese citizens:
Non-Chinese applicants:
○ Aged 60 and above – eligible for permits of up to 3 years
○ Below 60 years – typically granted 1–2 years
Applicants of Chinese descent:
○ Eligible for reunion permits valid for up to 5 years
If you have any questions about China visa applications(work visa, company registration and more), please contact our visa consultant Maggie.
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