New visa proposed to attract talented foreigners
June 01, 2012 | BY
clpstaff &clp articlesA proposed new visa category could streamline the process for foreigners seeking work in China from as early as October 1 this year
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The talent admission visa appeared in the second draft of the PRC Immigration Administration Law (中华人民共和国出境入境管理法). Proposed to lawmakers last month, the visa is for foreigners with international expertise. It will run alongside the country's existing tourist, student and business visas.
Around 600,000 foreign employees work in China according to the 2010 national census, with 120,000 of those living in Beijing at the end of 2011. Authorities are making a concerted effort to increase this number and streamline applications through these proposed changes.