Work Permit Application Is Simplified Now! Easy Process!

In order to facilitate the process of applying for work permit and residence permit, Guangzhou Municipal Science and Technology Bureau (GZST) and Guangzhou Municipal Public Security Bureau (GZMPS) released an announcement about simplifying process for foreign high-end talents (Category A) to apply work permit and residence permit. Eligible applicants can apply for both permits on a single window since September 2. 

Work Permit Application Is Simplified Now! Easy Process!

Am I Qualified?

The new process is available for Category A applicants, meeting the specific standards issued by State Administration of Foreign Expats Affairs (SAFEA), Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security (MOHRSS), Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA), and Ministry of Public Security (MPS). 

 

If you are qualified, you can newly apply or re-apply the permits, extend your stay, or change the type or content of your visa with the simplified process. 
 
 

What’s the Procedure

01
Employer logs in the Service System for Foreigners Working in China to submit application information relevant to your work permit. 

 

02
GZST reviews and approves the application of work permit online. 

 

03
Employer logs in the website of Exit-Entry Administration of the GZMPS to submit relevant application information and make an appointment for the application for work-type residence permit. 
 
Website: http://crjyw.gzjd.gov.cn

 

04
Employer submit admissible information, then GZST and GZMPS jointly accept the application. 
 
If you meet the conditions of Category A foreigners, GZST will issue work permit and Approval of Administrative Licensing Decision
 
If you are eligible for work permit, GZMPS will issue acceptance notice on the spot. 

 

05
GZMPS reviews and approves the application of work-type residence permit. 

 

06
Employer collects the residence permit or receives the result by express delivery EMS. The process only takes 3 workdays.

Work Permit Application Is Simplified Now! Easy Process!

What Should I Prepare

01
To apply for work permit, relevant document as the Service Guide on Licensing for Foreigners to Work in China (for Trial Implementation) requires should be submitted online.

 

02
To apply for residence permit, relevant document as the certificate requires should be submitted online. 
 

Work Permit Application Is Simplified Now! Easy Process!

Where Can I Apply with New Process?

01
Exit-Entry Administration of the GZMPS
Address: 155 jiefang S Rd, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou

 

02
Huangpu Government Affairs Service Center
Address: 3 Xiangxue 3rd Rd, Huangpu District, Guangzhou

 

03
Nansha Government Affairs Service Center
Address: 1 Fenghuang Ave, Nansha District, Guangzhou
 
You can call 12345 for consultation. 
 

Work Permit Application Is Simplified Now! Easy Process!

Others

If you are not Category A foreigner, there is still a chance to apply for permits easier. As the issuance of 12 new special policies concerning permanent residence permits and visas in China, similar measures will be issued nationwide. Click here to know more!