Work Permit for Foreigners in China by High-end Foreign Talents

What are the convenience measures for foreign high-end talents (Category A) to apply for work permit for foreigners in China?

(1) If the acceptance agency has passed the online pre-examination, it will accept the case directly and give the electronic receipt of acceptance. Applicants are not required to provide paper materials for verification before entry;

(2) Foreign high-end talents who are selected in the relevant domestic talent plan can handle the whole process online without submitting paper materials for verification;

(3) In line with the "Work Classification Standards for Foreigners in China" foreign high-end talents (Class A) (1) selected in the relevant domestic talent plan; (2) For those who meet the internationally recognized standards for recognition of professional achievements, the work qualification certificate shall adopt the commitment system;

(4) In line with the "Work Classification Standards for Foreigners in China" foreign high-end talents (Class A) (1) selected in the relevant domestic talent plan; (2) conforming to internationally recognized standards for recognition of professional achievements; (3) foreign talents who meet the requirements of market-oriented encouraged positions; (4) For innovative and entrepreneurial talents, the highest degree (educational background) certificate shall adopt the commitment system;

(5) Commitment system shall be adopted for proof of no criminal record;

(6) Those who have entered China with other visas or valid residence certificates may apply for work permits for foreigners in China;

(7) In case of application for work permit for foreigners in China, extension or cancellation of work permit for foreigners in China, the deciding authority shall examine and make a decision within 5 working days.

(8) Applicants who apply to work in China for less than 90 days can apply for invitation letters of foreign experts to China, and other foreign experts can accompany them. After obtaining the invitation letter of foreign experts to China, they can apply for F visa. They can enter and exit the country for many times. After entering China, they do not need to apply for work residence certificate.

Foreigners can be granted a work permit in China for a maximum period of 5 years.