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No, China Did Not Announce Those Scary New Visa Rules

Talk about an April Fool’s prank gone wrong.

by Barnaby Lofton, 02 April 2019

It's Now Easier for Foreigners to Get (Some) Chinese Visas in Shanghai

Shanghai is helping to make the Chinese visa process for foreigners just a little bit easier.

by Justine Lopez, 09 January 2019

You Can Now Apply for a 144-Hour Visa-Free Transit in Shanghai Online

The time spent at immigration will be significantly decreased

by Urban Family, 05 November 2018

No, China Has Not Banned Visa Agencies

Expats need not worry about a dearth of visa agencies going forward.

by Jonathan Zhong, 30 October 2018

Lost Your Passport? It's Now Way Faster to Replace Your Visa in Shanghai

The new expedited visa service enables foreigners who lose their passports in Shanghai to get a new visa processed in just seven days or less.

by Tom Smith, 04 September 2018

China's Making it Easier for International Students to Get Jobs

Soon it will be much easier for international students to get a job or internship in China.

by Bridget O'Donnell, 09 August 2018

Shanghai Introduces New Business Startup Visa

Select districts in Shanghai are piloting a new 'business startup visa' which will enable foreign entrepreneurs to live in China while establishing a business.

by Tom Smith, 03 August 2018

China Wants to Set Up a New National Immigration Bureau

The Chinese government unveiled plans to set up a new 'one-stop shop' national immigration bureau.

by That's, 15 March 2018

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