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IMPACT – HIGH
What is the change? China has announced 12 new immigration measures aimed at encouraging social and economic development.
What does the change mean? Under the measures, China will provide permanent residence to a broader group of applicants, issue more long-term visas and residence permits, provide immigration incentives to foreign students and recent graduates and establish immigration affairs service centers in areas with high numbers of foreign nationals.
Additional information: Officials announced the 12 measures last week, saying:
Analysis & Comments: The 12 new policies are part of a broader package aimed at promoting social and economic development, and could help employers meet labor needs in key areas. These measures will allow a wider range of foreigners to apply for permanent residency, long-term visas and residence permits in China. For foreign students who are invited to work temporarily in China, internships can now be extended from three months (with current visa limitation) to one year with an internship visa.
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