2022-06-09-KPMG_China-中国出入国政策の更新——外国人の中国就労招聘状申請の取り消し_3页_617kb

Summary of China Tax Alert Volume 12, June 2022: Update on Chinese Immigration Policy for Foreign Workers

• Policy Change Effective Date: June 6, 2022. Foreigners entering China for work no longer need to apply for an entry invitation letter when applying for a visa.

• Key Change: Direct application for work-related visas (Z-visa) and accompanying family visas (S1/S2) is now possible at overseas Chinese consulates with supporting documents.

• Background: Previously, due to COVID-19 measures starting in November 2020, an invitation letter was required for visa applications, taking about one month to process. This change shortens the visa application time to approximately 4-7 business days for work visas.

• Applicable Visa Types Exempt from Invitation Letter: Work (Z-visa), study (X1/X2-visa), family visit (Q1/Q2-visa), high-end talent (R-visa), and crew members (C-visa).

• Visa Types Requiring Invitation Letter: Business visit (M-visa), academic exchange (F-visa), and participation in important projects (M/F-visas).

• KPMG's Perspective: This policy update reflects China's strategy to attract foreign investments and talent, supporting businesses in reviewing and adjusting their workforce and talent acquisition strategies.

• Additional Notes: Foreigners entering for other purposes should still confirm visa application procedures with overseas consulates. Contact KPMG for detailed guidance on policy implications.