China will allow the entry of foreign nationals holding three categories of valid Chinese residence permits starting on Monday, according to an announcement jointly made by the Foreign Ministry and the National Immigration Administration.
China was compelled to temporarily suspend entry into the country of foreign passport holders with valid visas or residence permits in order to deal with the spread of COVID-19.
The number of Chinese border ports that allow eligible international travelers to transit within 144 hours without a visa will increase to 27 from Dec 1, according to the National Immigration Administration (NIA).
Starting from Jan 1, 2019, five cities in China carry out the 144-hour visa-free transit policy for foreign visitors from 53 countries.
Under the new system, the employer and foreign applicant can complete the application and submit necessary supporting documents electronically.
Aiming to attract more talented people and investments from overseas, China has introduced a more flexible, pragmatic and market-oriented regulation on permanent residence for foreigners.
Here is a summary about residence permit for foreigners in China.
