Work
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. ...
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 ...
Housing Security
Xiamen has established a comprehensive, multi-tiered housing support system encompassing both rentals and homeownership. By leveraging government and market forces, the city is increasing the availability of affordable housing and enhancing the quality of housing services. ...
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Business
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 ...
Law of the People’s Republic of China on Partnerships
Adopted at the 24th Meeting of the Standing Committee of the Eighth National People’s Congress on February 23, 1997 and amended at the 23rd Meeting of the Standing Committee of the Tenth National People’s Congress on August 27, 2006 ...
China unveils 12 new measures to encourage foreign reinvestment
China unveiled 12 targeted measures on on Friday to further attract and utilize foreign investment, with a specific focus on encouraging foreign enterprises to reinvest in the domestic market. ...
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Environmental Advantages—World Class Business Environment
Xiamen has pioneered the adoption of the World Bank’s Doing Business indicators to cultivate a world-class business environment. ...
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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. ...
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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 ...
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Tourism
The new measure for the online submission of the Foreigner Arrival Card by foreigners entering China was implemented starting from November 20, 2025
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 Immigration Administration (NIA), the “NIA 12367” app and WeChat/Alipay mini program, or by scanning th ...
China's Visa-Free Policy for Foreign Travelers
Currently, China has signed comprehensive mutual visa exemption agreements with 29 countries, allowing personnel from relevant countries to visit the Chinese mainland visa-free in accordance with the provisions of the agreements. ...
Xiamen initiates cross-border visa-free cooperation for consecutive tourism for foreigners
Xiamen, together with eight key tourist cities including Guiyang, Guilin, Shenyang, Shenzhen, Taiyuan, Suining, Nanping and Xiangxi Prefecture, jointly launched the "240-hour visa-free consecutive tourism cooperation for foreigners". ...
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Overseas travelers can enjoy the instant dtparture tax refund on purchases service when shopping here
Xiamen Tax Service, State Taxation Administration and Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport jointly provided a detailed explanation of the "instant dtparture tax refund on purchases" procedure for overseas travelers' shopping departure tax refund. Super practical and useful tips, come and take them! ...
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Gulf states get visa-free travel to China
China will adopt a visa-free entry policy for Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait and Bahrain. ...
Others
Xiamen launches new policy for FTZ professionals to Hong Kong, Macao
The National Immigration Administration's talent permit policy for travel to Hong Kong and Macao was officially implemented in the Xiamen Free Trade Zone on Nov 5. The Exit-Entry Administration of Xiamen Public Security Bureau successfully issued the corresponding permits to two eligible talents wit ...
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China Eases Transit, Expands Smart Borders for Foreigners
The National Immigration Administration (NIA) announced a series of new measures, set to take effect from November 5, 2025, designed to facilitate travel for skilled professionals to Hong Kong and Macao and to modernize border clearance procedures at numerous ports across the country. ...
China to extend unilateral visa-free policy for 40 countries
China will extend its unilateral visa-exemption arrangements for more than 40 countries to Dec. 31, 2026, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Monday. ...
10 new measures to support expansion of opening-up
To actively support and facilitate high-level opening-up and high-quality development, the National Immigration Administration (Exit and Entry Administration of P.R. China) has decided to implement 10 immigration and exit-entry management service policy initiatives. It is hereby announced as follows ...
From Nov 20, Foreigners Can Submit Entry Card Online to China
Starting from November 20, 2025, foreigners planning to enter China will be able to report their entry information online via various channels. ...
FAQ
How can foreign family members apply for China's Five-Star Card?
Applying for permanent residence in China for foreign family members is a legal guarantee that allows family ties to transcend national borders, and it is also a systematic project that requires careful planning. ...
VAT exemption for small-scale taxpayers
China has introduced a value-added tax exemption policy for small-scale taxpayers to ease their tax burden and improve cash flow for small and micro businesses. ...
China to launch online arrival card for intl travelers
To streamline border procedures, China's National Immigration Administration will introduce an online arrival card system for international travelers from Nov 20. ...
Q&A on Visa-Free Entry into China Under Mutual Visa Exemption Agreements
Question 1: According to China's mutual visa exemption agreements with relevant countries, an eligible foreign citizen may "stay for no more than 30 days, with the cumulative stay period not exceeding 90 days within any 180-day period." How should these periods be calculated? Answer: The calculatio ...
Guide for overseas visitors in Fujian to departure tax refund-upon-purchase service
Overseas visitors who purchase tax-refundable goodsat tax-free stores that provide the “refund-upon-pur-chase" service may claim tax refunds on-site at thestores after signing an agreement and completing acredit card pre-authorization. ...
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