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Asked by Arne from china | Jun. 13, 2011 20:52

About:Policy for Foreigners with Immediate Family Living in China

Can I apply for a Resident Permit (Extension) in Shenzhen?

Good Morning,

I am currently working for a Foreign Company in China (Shenzhen) and have a Resident Permit for 1 Year (2nd one). As I am going to stop working for this Foreign Company I need to Apply for a Renewel of the Resident permit in October. Is that possible If I do not work for that Company by than? What are the Requirements? How to Apply? Please let me know or advise me what to do.

Thanks,

Arne

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Answered by Alvin | Jun. 13, 2011 23:18

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If you will not work for your employed company by then, you can not extend your residence permit. If that is a case of working for a new company, you need to apply for new work visa.

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Answered by Ms.HELLOKITTY | Jun. 16, 2011 01:50

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Arne, Mr.johnnash is right, now the visa rule for family visit has changed, foreigners married a Chinese citizen can apply for long-term family visit visa or residence permit according to the stay duration, if you don't believe it, you can refer to https://www.travelchinaguide.com/embassy/visa/family-visit-permit.htm to read more information about it.

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Answered by Mr.DUTCHGUY | Jun. 14, 2011 02:04

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Hi Alvin, I do understand. Thank you. However, I am not sure if I will have another job here by than. If not (Worsted case scenario). What other options would I have? Or another Visa? Any tips are welcome. I am married with a Chinese and we are expecting a Child soon...

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Answered by Mr.JOHNNASH | Jun. 14, 2011 22:22

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You can apply for a one year Residence Permit for Family Visit if you have a Chinese wife. The marriage certificate, her household registration sheet, the pregnancy certificate are required.

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Answered by Mr.DUTCHGUY | Jun. 14, 2011 23:13

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Dear John Nash, Thank you for the reply. However, this can only be applied for once the marriage is over 5 years, right? We got married 2 years ago. Is that correct? Please advise. Much appreciated.
Regards,
Arne

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Answered by Mr.JOHNNASH | Jun. 15, 2011 03:09

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If you want to apply for Permanent Residence Permit, your marriage should lasts for 5 years. If you apply for one year temporary residence permit, the 2 years marriage is Ok. It is possible for you to get the one year residencepermit.

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Answered by Mr.DUTCHGUY | Jun. 15, 2011 05:12

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Dear John, Once again, thank you for the reply. However, I can not find any information about this 2 Year period on the official website from the Local Government. I am happy if it is correct. However, have any idea where to find the government information to back this up?
Thanks, Arne

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