I. Target Applicants

Applicable to employers and applicants handling the Foreigner’s Work Permit in the People’s Republic of China in Shanghai.

(I) Basic Requirements for Employers

1. The employer must be legally established, have a physical business premise, pay taxes and social insurance in accordance with the law, and have no record of serious law violations or dishonesty. The position offered to the foreign national must be of special need, with no suitable local candidates available temporarily, and must comply with relevant national regulations. The wage and salary paid to the foreign employee must not be lower than the local minimum wage and salary standard.

2. If laws or regulations require prior approval by the competent industry authority, the employer shall obtain such approval.

(II) Basic Requirements for Applicants

1. The applicant shall be at least 18 years old, in good health and with no criminal record, have a confirmed employer in China, and possess the professional skills or corresponding level of knowledge necessary for the job.

2. The position shall align with China's economic and social development needs and be one in urgent demand.

3. If laws or regulations specify other conditions for foreigners working in China, such provisions shall apply.

II. Inquiry Channel

Inquiries can be made through the Government Online-Offline Shanghai Platform (Foreigner's Work Management System) at: https://kjgl.stcsm.sh.gov.cn/fwps/ywtbCheckStatus/check.jsp. Enter the "Unified Social Credit Code of the organization, contact person's phone number, and business application number" to check the status.

III. Important Notes

The inquiry results are for reference only.