China Public Holiday 2024 Schedule - China Briefing
Oct 25, 2023 — The State Council released the official China Public Holiday 2024 schedule through its Circular of the General Office of the State Council on the Arrangement of Public Holidays in 2024 (see here for the official source) on October 25, 2023.. As is traditional, the holiday schedule features two major week-long holidays: Spring Festival (also known as Chinese New Year) and the National Day ...
Temporary Residence Registration in China - A Guide for Foreigners
Oct 31, 2023 — When a foreign national travels to China and stays in a hotel or other form of residence, they are required to register with the local police within 24 hours of their arrival. This is both a legal requirement and an essential step for applying for important matters such as visa extension, stay permit, residence permit, driving license, or marriage registration in China.
China Public Holiday 2023 Schedule - China Briefing
Sep 15, 2023 — The State Council released the official China public holiday 2023 schedule through its Circular of the General Office of the State Council on the Arrangement of Public Holidays in 2023 (see here for the official source) on December 9, 2022.. As is traditional, the holiday schedule features two major week-long holidays (often referred to as ‘Golden Week’): Spring Festival (also known as ...
China Work Permits: Are You an A, B, or C Tier Talent? - China …
Jul 19, 2017 — The new system has also introduced a three-tier talent grading system for expatriates, the benefits of which are less clear. While A-grade expats enjoy some additional advantages, those falling in Tier B and Tier C may face tougher entry requirements, lower permit validity, and longer waiting times than before.
China Permanent Residence Application: The Process in Shanghai
UPDATE (September 20, 2023): China will issue an upgraded version of the Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card from December 1, 2023, with design improvements and enhanced functionality. Key changes include a new design with a five-star element, advanced security features, an extended 18-digit card number, and increased functionality for managing personal affairs online.
China's Labor Force - Data, Trends, and Future Outlook
Apr 19, 2023 — In March 2023, the All-China Federation of Trade Unions (ACFTU) issued its quinquennial labor survey, titled the Ninth National Workforce Survey (the “ACFTU survey”). The ACFTU survey, which was conducted from January to September 2022, gathers a wide range of data on China’s labor market, including the size and make-up of its workforce, changing attitudes toward work, and new employment ...
China’s New State Administration for Market Regulation - China …
Oct 11, 2018 — China’s new market regulator, the State Administration for Market Regulation(SAMR), is a result of the reshuffling of several government bodies to eliminate duplication of work, streamline regulation, and improve coordination between ministries. First announced on March 17, 2018, the National People’s Congress stated that a sweeping ...
China Travel Restrictions 2021/2022: An Explainer (Updated)
Dec 16, 2022 — China Briefing continues its coverage of updates on China travel restrictions on foreign nationals during the COVID-19 pandemic. In this article, we provide an overview of the latest China travel restrictions, including the latest regulations on flights to China, how to obtain a Chinese visa, China entry requirements during COVID, and current China quarantine rules.
“996” is Ruled Illegal: Understanding China’s Changing Labor System
Sep 9, 2021 — China’s top court has ruled that the controversial “996” overtime work policy (working 9am to 9pm, 6 days a week) is illegal, taking aim at the excessive working hours commonly practiced at Chinese Internet companies.. On August 26, 2021, the Supreme People’s Court (SPC) and Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security (MOHRSS) jointly released a guideline illustrating 10 typical ...
China 144-Hour Visa-Free Transit - What to Know Before You Travel
Jul 31, 2024 — The 144-hour visa-free transit is one of China’s visa exemption policies provided to eligible foreigners coming from selected countries. Under the 144-hour visa-free transit policy, foreign travelers can enjoy a six-day stay in certain Chinese cities without a visa, provided they come from 54 eligible countries, enter and exit China from …