Essential guide for international students on study residence permits and stay permits

This guide outlines how to apply for a residence permit for study, including required documents, application procedures, and instructions for extension.

Your essential guide to applying for a study visa

Here's a guide to help you through the study visa application process.

Extending residence permit, reporting passport loss for intl students

Do you know how to extend your residence permit? What should you do if you accidentally lose your passport? Check out the guide below!

FAQs: Visa and Residence Permit for foreign students in Shanghai

If the study duration is over 180 days, apply for Visa X1. For less than 180 days, apply for Visa X2. Visa X1 holders should apply for the Residence Permit within 30 days of entry. A Health Certificate is required. Registration of temporary residence is mandatory within 24 hours of entering China.