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Work permit and residence permit

Foreign employees generally need a work permit and corresponding residence permit after entry.

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AuthorityWork / Exit-entry
RouteWork permit
ImportantLocal registration
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How the process works

  1. 1

    Confirm the correct visa or stay category.

  2. 2

    Prepare identity and sponsor documents.

  3. 3

    Apply through the official channel.

  4. 4

    Complete registration or renewal on time.

Official starting points
Immigration AdministrationForeign expert services

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Providers serving China

3 listed
Fragomen China

Immigration and mobility support; verify current local scope. Listed for China; confirm current local coverage, eligibility, fees and service scope directly with the provider.

VisasResidence permitsRelocation and settlement
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Newland Chase

Immigration and mobility support; verify current local scope. Listed for China; confirm current local coverage, eligibility, fees and service scope directly with the provider.

VisasResidence permitsRelocation and settlement
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Envoy Global

Immigration and mobility support; verify current local scope. Listed for China; confirm current local coverage, eligibility, fees and service scope directly with the provider.

VisasResidence permitsRelocation and settlement
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