Authorities of the free trade zone in Xiamen have begun issuing working residence permits valid for up to five years.
A Danish man named Henrik working in the FTZ became the first to obtain the long-term residence permit on April 18.
Starting from April 1, Xiamen FTZ began implementing a series of entry-exit policies formulated by Fujian FTZ authorities to support foreign talent recruiting schemes, including the five-year residence certificate.
Foreign employees applying for a Chinese residence certificate for a third time are eligible for five-year visa.
The entry-exit unit under the Xiamen public security bureau can produce the certificates within seven working days, according to Xiamen Daily.
The adoption of the five-year visa policy is aimed at making life easier for valuable foreign talent and ensures a steady career plan.
When foreigners working in China change jobs, it's crucial they follow the necessary procedures to update their work permit and residence permit. Neglecting to do so could have legal repercussions for both the foreign employee and the new employer. Delve deeper into episode 5 for further insights!
Foreigners looking to work in China need to meet specific requirements. It's important to note that those entering China on a tourist visa (L visa) are not permitted to work. For more details, check out episode 4.
