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Visa · worker

Z字签证(工作签证)

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Issued abroad to foreigners who hold a Foreigner's Work Permit Notification Letter. Single entry, valid for 3 months from the date of issue, and permits a stay of up to 30 days from the date of entry. The holder must apply for a residence permit within 30 days of entering China.

Required documents

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外国人工作许可通知Issued by the employer's local science & technology (foreigner management) bureau after the work permit application is approved. Required to apply for the Z visa at a Chinese embassy/consulate abroad.

Common rejection reasons

  • Work permit notification incomplete or inconsistent with the application
  • Missing or unclear criminal-record clearance where required

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