China Work Visa (Z Visa) Overview
The China Work Visa (Z Visa) is required for foreign nationals who will be employed in China. The application process involves obtaining a work permit before applying for the Z visa.
Application Process
- Chinese employer applies for Work Permit Notification Letter
- Apply for Z visa at Chinese consulate in the US with the notification letter
- Enter China and convert Z visa to Work Residence Permit within 30 days
Required Documents
- Valid US passport
- Work Permit Notification Letter from Chinese authorities
- Completed COVA application form
- Recent passport photo
- Health examination record (if required)
Application Process
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Submit Online
Fill out application form
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Document Guidance
Personal review & checklist
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Submission
Filed at consulate
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Return Delivery
Secure mail back
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Frequently Asked Questions
工作签证办理分三步：第一步，中国雇主在国内为您申请《外国人工作许可通知》；第二步，凭工作许可通知在美国申请Z签证；第三步，入境中国后30天内将Z签证转换为工作类居留许可。
不可以。工作签证(Z签证)专门用于在中国受雇工作，需要获得工作许可证；商务签证(M签证)仅用于短期商务活动，不允许在中国工作获取报酬。使用商务签证工作属于违法行为。
Z签证通常为单次入境，有效期3个月。入境后需在30天内转换为工作类居留许可，居留许可有效期通常与工作合同期限一致，一般为1年，可续签。