Foreigners who intend to work in the P.R. China for a period of time such as one year should hold a Work Visa (Z Visa) to enter Mainland China. So foreign teacher applicants need to submit a Foreigner’s Work Permit obtained through their employers in China.

Foreigners who do not intend to work for a relatively long period in the P.R. China - or who wish to take a short-term travel – are not required to apply for this permit. They can apply for a Business Visa (F Visa) or Tourist Visa (L Visa).

Primary Documents Required

To apply for a Foreigner's Work Permit, you will need to supply the following documents:

• Bachelor Degree or Higher + Authentication

• Criminal Background Check + Authentication

• Proof of Qualification (may need Authentication)

• Medical Checkup

• Release letter from previous employer if applicable

and:

• Passport Information Page

• Passport Current Visa Page

• Passport size photo + digital version

• Employment Contract (Even if you're the boss apparently)

• Other information

Note: All non-Chinese documents must be translated to Chinese and stamped by a school (which teaches the language) or a legal translation company.

For more details, please read the Guidebook for Foreign Teachers & Students in this website.