What Is a China Work Visa (Z Visa) A Guide for Employers and Employees

China work visa If you're asking "what visa do I need to work in China?", the short answer is this: a foreigner taking up standard long-term employment in mainland China generally enters with a Z visa, obtains the required work permit and applies for a work-type residence permit after arrival. Special categories and short-term work may follow different procedures.

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Z Visa vs Work Permit vs Residence Permit: What's the Difference?

If you are bringing a foreign employee to China, you will quickly notice that one visa is not enough. Instead, there is a trio of documents: the Z visa, the work permit, and the residence permit.

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300 Robots, One Incredible Showcase

More than 300 robots gathered in one place at the first Intelligent Robot Skills Expo in Zhejiang, creating an impressive showcase of how quickly robotics is evolving in China.

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PBOC to Issue 60 Billion Yuan in RMB Bills in Hong Kong

The People’s Bank of China (PBOC) will issue 60 billion yuan—approximately US$8.95 billion—in six-month renminbi-denominated central bank bills in Hong Kong.

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China Strengthens Food Security Across the Grain Supply Chain

China is preparing to strengthen food security throughout the 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026–203 by building a more coordinated, efficient and resilient grain supply system.

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