How to apply for a Foreigner's Work Permit (Category C) for foreign university graduates

This is a guide to applying for a Foreigner's Work Permit (Category C) for foreign university graduates

Can a foreign employee convert an M visa to a work-type residence permit?

Visa-free entry policies apply to purposes such as business activities, tourism, family visits, and exchange visits.

Can foreign students pursue medical residency training in Shanghai?

If you plan to come to Shanghai for standardized residency training, you must first confirm that you are eligible to take the National Medical Licensing Examination in China.

Can I enter China with a tourist visa when my work permit is still being processed?

The Z visa must be issued by a Chinese embassy or consulate abroad and cannot be converted from an L (tourist) visa after entering China.

Can the work experience requirement be waived for a recent university graduate applying for a work permit?

For recent graduates applying under Category C, proof of work experience is not required.

What three key documents should you know when working in Shanghai?

The most important are three key documents: the Foreigner's Work Permit, the Shanghai Overseas Talent Residence Permit, and the Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card.

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How to apply for a residence permit for domestic workers?

This guide provides a step-by-step breakdown of the application process for a residence permit for domestic workers in Shanghai.

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I live in China on a spousal visa/residence permit. How can I get a work permit if I am offered a job in Shanghai?

If you are living in China and plan to work in Shanghai, your employer needs to apply for a work permit for you.

First, HR will upload the required documents to the Service System for Foreigners Working in China through the employer's account. The preliminary review will be done online and take up to five working days, provided all your documents are complete. If you pass the preliminary review, HR will then take the original version of your documents to the offline service window.