Visa

Whether you want to come to Shanghai for business, work, or travel, you will likely need a Chinese visa.

Permanent Residence

Please review the list to determine the category that best applies to you.

Customs & Immigration

This guide aims to assist you in going through the customs formalities when you enter China through international airports, seaports, railway stations, or bus stations.

Work permit

This page provides you with all the information you need to obtain your work permit and embark on a fulfilling career journey in Shanghai.

Residence permit

The residence permit is proof that a foreigner resides in China. You need to apply for your residence permit within 30 days of your date of entry.

Invitation letter for Chinese visa

A visa invitation letter is a certification document provided by the inviting entity or individual in China when an expat applies for a visa to visit the country.

Guidance on entrepreneurship

How do I start a business in Shanghai?

Fast Pass for Foreign Talent Salary Exchange and Remittance

The Fast Pass for Foreign Talent Salary Exchange and Remittance is a service that simplifies currency exchange services for foreigners.

Tax benefits for expats in China

China offers various tax benefits to expats working in the country, including personal income tax exemptions for certain subsidies, such as those for housing, children's education, and language training.

International Medical Services in Shanghai

Here is a list of major foreign-funded or joint-venture medical institutions in Shanghai.