China Visas for WFOE Employees
Full immigration support for foreign employees of your China WFOE. We manage the Foreigner's Work Permit (外国人工作许可证) application, Z-visa coordination, residence permit, and ongoing renewals - ensuring zero lapses in legal work authorisation.
Work Permit Categories (A/B/C)
China uses a three-tier work permit system administered by MOHRSS (人力资源和社会保障部) and NISA (国家移民管理局). All foreign nationals working in China must hold a valid Foreigner's Work Permit (外国人工作许可证).
Nobel laureates, national award recipients, or points score ≥ 85. Fast-tracked approval, extended permit duration.
University degree + 2 yrs relevant experience + salary ≥ local average × 1. Most WFOE foreign hires qualify here.
Quota-based; seasonal, short-term, or unskilled roles. Limited availability. Employer must prove local talent unavailability.
Type B Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree or above · Minimum 2 years relevant work experience · Salary at or above local average wage · Age under 60 (under 65 for senior professionals) · Clean criminal record from home country and China
The Work Permit Process
Eligibility Check
We assess your employee's qualifications, overseas experience, salary, and age against MOHRSS criteria for Type A/B/C categorisation.
Work Permit Notification Letter
Apply to MOHRSS (人力资源和社会保障部) for the Foreigner's Work Permit Notification Letter (外国人来华工作许可通知). Required before entering China.
Z-Visa Application
Employee applies for a Z-Visa at the Chinese embassy/consulate in their home country using the MOHRSS notification letter.
Entry & Health Certificate
After entering China on the Z-Visa, employee obtains the required health certificate (体检报告) from a designated hospital within 30 days.
Work Permit Issuance
Submit the full application to MOHRSS for the Foreigner's Work Permit (外国人工作许可证). Issued within 5–15 working days.
Residence Permit
Apply to the local Public Security Bureau (PSB 公安局出入境) for the work-type Residence Permit (居留许可) within 30 days of Z-Visa entry.
Typical Document Checklist
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Permit Renewal Management
We track expiry dates proactively and start renewals 60 days in advance - ensuring uninterrupted legal work status.
Family Dependent Permits
Residence permits for spouses and children accompanying WFOE employees. S-Visa coordination and PSB registration.
Document Legalisation
Apostille, notarisation, and Chinese embassy legalisation for overseas academic and employment documents.
Cross-City Transfers
If your employee moves cities, we manage the permit transfer between the relevant MOHRSS and PSB offices.
Typical Timeline: 6–10 Weeks
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