With the rapid development of China, more and more people are beginning to look forward to living in China. People from all over the world began to understand and become familiar with this ancient civilization, and began to fall in love with it.
Yes, China not only has an excellent history and culture, but also has enough modern civilization to attract the world’s attention. There are four ancient inventions in China, and the new four great inventions were born according to the times. Modern China, on the other hand, is to a large extent more inclusive, open, and modern, and is favored by friendly people from all over the world.
So, what conditions do foreigners need to meet if they want to immigrate to China, and how can they immigrate to China?
From a legal perspective, foreigners immigrating to China must hold:
1. A valid foreign passport or a certificate that can replace a passport;
2. A health certificate issued by the health and quarantine department designated by the Chinese government or issued by a foreign health and medical institution certified by the Chinese embassy or consulate abroad;
3. A foreign criminal record certificate certified by the Chinese embassy or consulate abroad;
4. Four recent two-inch frontal bareheaded color photos;
5. Other relevant materials specified in these Measures.
Legal basis: Article 6 of the Law of the People’s Republic of China on the Administration of Entry and Exit of Aliens
Foreigners applying for permanent residence in China should abide by Chinese laws, be in good health, have no criminal record, and meet one of the following conditions:
(1) Direct investment in China, stable investment for three consecutive years, and good taxation records;
(2) Hold positions of deputy general manager, deputy factory director or above in China, or have deputy senior professional titles such as associate professor, associate researcher, etc., and enjoy the same treatment, have served for four consecutive years, and have resided in China for not less than three years within four years. and have a good tax record;
(3) Those who have made significant and outstanding contributions to China and have special needs of the country;
(4) The spouses of the persons mentioned in Items 1, 2 and 3 of this paragraph and their unmarried children under the age of 18;
(5) The spouse of a Chinese citizen or a foreigner who has obtained permanent residency status in China, has been married for five years, has resided in China for five consecutive years, has resided in China for no less than nine months each year, and has stable living security and domicile;
(6) Unmarried children under the age of 18 rely on their parents;
(7) Those who have no immediate relatives abroad, but who rely on immediate family members in China, who have reached the age of 60, have lived in China for five consecutive years, have lived in China for no less than nine months each year, and have stable living security and residence. The years mentioned in this article refer to the consecutive years before the date of application.