Work
Work Permit
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 (II) Supporting documents concerning work qualifications; (III) Certificates of the highest acade ...
Tips for Foreigners: Terminating Work Permits in China
Tips for Foreigners Working in China Notice on lssuing the Service Guide to the Foreigner'sWork Permit in China (Trial)(No. 36 [2017]State Administration of Foreign Experts Affairs) If a foreigner changes jobs in China while his orher work permit is still valid, does he or she needto cancel it? ...
China to Reclassify Category A & Category B Foreign Employees
The Office of the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security issued a notice on September 30, requiring further optimization of the criteria for identifying "highly skilled........ ...
Policies concerning expats, foreign enterprises in August
China unveiled a package of new measures in August to further open up to global talent, investment, and services. Key highlights include: ...
Social Insurance
Foreigners who work in China shall access social security in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Social Insurance Law of the People's Republic of China and the Interim Measures for Social Insurance System Coverage of Foreigners Working within the Territory of China. ...
Business
China rolls out action plan to better utilize foreign investment
China rolls out action plan to better utilize foreign investment ...
China rolls out action plan to better utilize foreign investment
China rolls out action plan to better utilize foreign investment ...
Revised Foreign Trade Law to spur high-level opening-up
Chinese lawmakers adopted a revision to the Foreign Trade Law on Dec 27, and the updated provisions will take effect on March 1. ...
Regulation of the People's Republic of China on the Administration of the Registration of Market Participants
The Regulation of the People's Republic of China on the Administration of the Registration of Market Participants, as adopted at the 131th executive meeting of the State Council on April 14, 2021, is hereby issued, and shall come into force on March 1, 2022. ...
Company Law of the People's Republic of China (Revised in 2023)
Adopted at the 5th Session of the Standing Committee of the Eighth National People's Congress on December 29, 1993; amended for the first time in accordance with the Decision on Amending the Company Law of the People's Republic of China made at the 13th Session of the Standing Committee of the Ninth ...
Study
Preparation for studying in China
International student need to apply for a visa at the Chinese Embassy or Consulate-General to study in China. ...
Xiamen
Opinions on the Primary School Enrollment Work in Xiamen City in the Autumn in 2025
In order to implement the "Compulsory Education Law of the People's Republic of China", safeguard the educational rights and interests of school-age children, and standardize the enrollment behavior of compulsory education, in accordance with the relevant spirit of the Ministry of Education and the ...
Xiamen
Tourism
Visa-Free Transit Policies
All open exit-entry ports in China implement this policy for nationals of all other countries around the world. Foreigners transiting through China to third countries or regions may stay in China for no more than 24 hours without a visa, ...
Policy Interpretation of the Online Accommodation Registration Service for Foreigners Residing or Staying in Domiciles Other Than Hotels
According to Article 39 of the Exit and Entry Administration Law of the People’s Republic of China, where foreigners stay in hotels in China, the hotels shall register their accommodation in accordance with the regulations on the public security administration of the hotel industry, and submit forei ...
Online channels for the Accommodation Registration for Foreigners Residing or Staying in Domiciles Other Than Hotels
Online channels for the Accommodation Registration for Foreigners Residing or Staying in Domiciles Other Than Hotels ...
China Eases Tax Refunds for Overseas Shoppers
Shopping in China is getting easier for overseas visitors, with faster refunds, fewer checks and less paperwork on the way. ...
Pets Can Now “Ride” High-Speed Trains Alone
Building on the previous successful trial of the pet transport service for high-speed railway, railway authorities have recently introduced the “Beloved Pet Travel” service, effective April 8, 2026. ...
Others
3rd LD-Writethru: China adds Kyrgyzstan, Vietnam to 240-hour visa-free transit program
BEIJING, Aug. 20 (Xinhua) -- China has added Kyrgyzstan and Vietnam to its 240-hour visa-free transit program, bringing the total number of countries eligible for this policy to 57, immigration authorities announced on Thursday. ...
Beijing
China Adds 2 More Countries to 240-hour Visa-Free Transit Program
The National Immigration Administration (NIA) issued an announcement today, stating that effective August 20, 2026, nationals of Kyrgyzstan and Vietnam will be eligible for the 240-hour visa-free transit policy and the 30-day visa-free entry policy for Hainan, making travel to China more convenient. ...
Regulations of the State Council on Exit and Entry Administration
New China Entry & Exit Rules Take Effect Sept. 15: What Foreigners Need to Know ...
China Expands Cross-Region Departure Tax Refund Program
For international travelers in China, shopping across multiple provinces is about to become more convenient, as an expanded cross-region tax refund recognition program takes effect on July 1, 2026. ...
Details of Mutual Visa Exemption Agreements
As of April 2025, the People's Republic of China has signed mutual visa exemption agreements with the following countries. Chinese citizens holding relevant passports can travel to these countries without applying for visas in advance. ...
FAQ
New Version of Tax Refund Policy: What Are the Highlights?
New Version of Tax Refund Policy: What Are the Highlights? ...
Guidelines for Application for Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macao Residents (Non-Chinese Citizens)
Guidelines for Application for Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macao Residents (Non-Chinese Citizens) ...
Policy Interpretation
Policy Interpretation of the Online Accommodation Registration Service for Foreigners Residing or Staying in Domiciles Other Than Hotels ...
Announcement of the National Immigration Administration on the Pilot Implementation of Online Accommodation Registration for Foreigners Residing or Staying in Domiciles Other Than Hotels
Pursuant to Article 39 of the Exit and Entry Administration Law of the People’s Republic of China, where foreigners stay in hotels in China, the hotels shall register their accommodation in accordance with the regulations on the public security administration of the hotel industry, and submit foreig ...
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