Q: I am an overseas student and would like to come to China for an internship. Are there any convenient residency policies available?

A: Foreign students from overseas universities who are invited by business enterprises or institutions in China for internships can apply for a one-year visa (marked with "internship") at the exit and entry administration department of the public security authorities. The application requires an invitation letter from the inviting organization and proof of enrollment from the student's university.

Additionally, foreign students coming to China for internships under intergovernmental agreements can apply for a work-type residence permit according to the regulations.

Check out the Guidelines for international students applying for internship visas in China.

The National Immigration Administration is currently piloting more open and convenient immigration and entry-exit policies in several key development areas. These provided greater entry and residency convenience for outstanding young people coming to China for internships. For specific details, please consult the local public security authorities' exit and entry administration office.

Here is a list of exit-entry bureaus in Shanghai and their business hours.

If you have any further questions, please call the 12367 service hotline or consult the "Immigration Bureau 12367" app, mini-program, or the immigration bureau's official website at https://en.nia.gov.cn/.

Source: Official WeChat account of National Immigration Administration at "NIANEWS"