{"id":2228,"date":"2020-05-13T15:08:30","date_gmt":"2020-05-13T07:08:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/Foreigners-Work-Legally-In-China"},"modified":"2024-12-16T11:06:41","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T03:06:41","slug":"foreigners-work-legally-in-china","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/foreigners-work-legally-in-china\/","title":{"rendered":"Foreigners Work Legally In China"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/in-china\/\" title=\"View all posts in In China\" >In China<\/a>, arrests and deportations of <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/foreign\/\" title=\"View all posts in foreign\" >foreign<\/a> teachers are increasing because regulators are cracking down on visa violations and tightening <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/business\/\" title=\"View all posts in business\" >business<\/a> compliance laws. Cases involving foreign teachers have increased rapidly, and the detention of other minor crimes involving foreigners (including public indecency and minor drug violations) has also increased significantly.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-24784\" src=\"https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2020\/05\/20241216030251629-440x295.jpg?imageView2\/0\/format\/webp\/q\/75\" alt=\"Foreigners Work Legally In China\" width=\"796\" height=\"534\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2020\/05\/20241216030251629-440x295.jpg 440w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2020\/05\/20241216030251629-220x147.jpg 220w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2020\/05\/20241216030251629-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2020\/05\/20241216030251629-1536x1028.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2020\/05\/20241216030251629-2048x1371.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 796px) 100vw, 796px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>To avoid such a bleak fate, here is all you need to know to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/jobs\">work legally in China<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>To avoid such a bleak fate, here is everything you need to know about legally working in China.<\/p>\n<p><strong>According to the provisions of the relevant Chinese laws and regulations, foreigners who come to China for employment shall meet the following conditions.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>1\u3001Be at least 18 years of age and in good <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/health\/\" title=\"View all posts in health\" >health<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>2\u3001Possess the professional skills and work experience required for the expected employment.<\/p>\n<p>3\u3001No criminal record<\/p>\n<p>4\u3001Clearly defined employers<\/p>\n<p>5\u3001Holding a valid passport or other <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/international\/\" title=\"View all posts in international\" >international<\/a> <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/travel\/\" title=\"View all posts in travel\" >travel<\/a> document in lieu of a passport.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 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class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/foreigners-work-legally-in-china\/#Formalities_for_seeking_employment_in_China\" title=\"Formalities for seeking employment in China\">Formalities for seeking employment in China<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/foreigners-work-legally-in-china\/#Employment_permits_in_China\" title=\"Employment permits in China\">Employment permits in China<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/foreigners-work-legally-in-china\/#Be_wary_of_salary_and_fee_issues\" title=\"Be wary of salary and fee issues\">Be wary of salary and fee issues<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/foreigners-work-legally-in-china\/#Contracts\" title=\"Contracts\">Contracts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_cant_work_legally_unless_you_have_a_work_visa\"><\/span><strong>You can&#8217;t work legally unless you have a work visa<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It&#8217;s illegal for your employer to ask you to come to China with a tourist visa or business visa for a long time. Before you leave your country of origin, you must apply for a temporary work permit that allows you to enter the country for work. When you arrive in China, your company will change it into a residency permit.<\/p>\n<p>Basic documents required to apply for a work visa<\/p>\n<p>Evidence of two years&#8217; experience in a similar field. Therefore, ask your previous employer for a letter of recommendation that includes 1) your job title (try to make it match your new job description), 2) the duration of the job, 3) the employer&#8217;s signature<\/p>\n<p><strong>Bachelor&#8217;s degree, notarized by a notary public, and a diploma stamped by a notary public.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Criminal background checks<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Medical certificate<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Formalities_for_seeking_employment_in_China\"><\/span><strong>Formalities for seeking employment in China<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Foreigners seeking employment in China must first apply to a Chinese embassy, consulate or consular office for an employment visa and enter China holding an employment visa. Foreigners applying to work in an ordinary job in China should apply for a Z visa. Foreigners with high skills, specialists and those who are urgently needed should apply for an R visa. After entering China, all foreigners need to apply for a foreign employment permit and foreigner residence permit before starting work.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Employment_permits_in_China\"><\/span><strong>Employment permits in China<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Employment permits for foreigners in China must be processed by the employer in accordance with relevant regulations. The employer shall, within 15 days of the entry of the employed foreigner into the country, fill out the foreigner&#8217;s employment registration form at the local labour administration <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/department\/\" title=\"View all posts in department\" >department<\/a> with an employment permit, a labour contract signed with the foreigner and a passport or travel document, and obtain an employment permit. The <a href=\"https:\/\/dictionary.cambridge.org\/dictionary\/english\/employment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">employment<\/a> certificate is valid only in the area defined by the labour administration.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pay special attention to the specific <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/requirements\/\" title=\"View all posts in requirements\">requirements<\/a> of the industry<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>In China, if you want to work in a good prestigious educational institution, you also need:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Bachelor&#8217;s degree in a related field<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Professional qualification (PGCE for UK applicants or TEFL)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Two years of work experience<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>One-year contract<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Minimum age requirement is 24 years old or above<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Be_wary_of_salary_and_fee_issues\"><\/span><strong>Be wary of salary and fee issues<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It&#8217;s normal to ask new employees to pay some or all of their visa agency fees, but you shouldn&#8217;t be asked to pay a large upfront payment. If the <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/communication\/\" title=\"View all posts in communication\">communication<\/a> is vague and the employer asks you to pay a large fee or provide personal information, it is likely to be a scam. Also, you shouldn&#8217;t be required to work for months without paying (even if you&#8217;re on &#8220;probation&#8221;, you have a legal right to compensation). If you are experiencing these problems, it may be time to seek alternative employment <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/opportunities\/\" title=\"View all posts in opportunities\">opportunities<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-24785\" src=\"https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2020\/05\/20241216030350642-440x248.jpg?imageView2\/0\/format\/webp\/q\/75\" alt=\"Foreigners Work Legally In China\" width=\"798\" height=\"450\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2020\/05\/20241216030350642-440x248.jpg 440w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2020\/05\/20241216030350642-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2020\/05\/20241216030350642-220x124.jpg 220w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2020\/05\/20241216030350642-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2020\/05\/20241216030350642-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2020\/05\/20241216030350642-2048x1153.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 798px) 100vw, 798px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Contracts\"><\/span><strong>Contracts<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>First, you should see, review and sign a contract. Although this seems to be an obvious detail, if you don&#8217;t see these details, you can easily be persuaded to start working. In addition, look for clear details in the contract that explain what will happen if you leave your position before the contract ends. If you need to leave quickly, understanding your rights and responsibilities will save you trouble when you encounter unexpected difficulties.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"In China, arrests and deportations of foreign teachers are increasing because regulators are cracking down on visa violations and tightening business compliance laws. 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