Z Visa (Work Visa)
Visa information for China
For foreign citizens taking up employment in China.
Processing Time
4-5 business days (standard); 2-3 business days (express)
Cost
140 USD (for US citizens); varies for other nationalities
📋Requirements
- Valid passport with at least 6 months validity and blank visa pages
- Completed visa application form
- Recent passport photo (48mm x 33mm with white background)
- Notification Letter of Foreigner's Work Permit from Chinese employer
- Work permit issued by relevant Chinese authorities
- Physical examination record for stays longer than 6 months
- Non-criminal record from home country (authenticated)
- Employment license from Chinese employer