China Work Visa Application for Filipinos: A Complete Guide 2019
Source: https://alaizza.com, by Alaizza Quiozon, updated on
“I don’t want to live in China,” said my few months younger
self. But for some bizarre reason, the universe take great pleasure in
bringing me to places and situations I never imagined would happen, and
so I guess God’s plans and purposes always prevail.
Long story short, sometime in May 2018, I applied for a culture development related job as an English speaking caretaker/teacher for children and asked a reputable company based in China to help me find a host family.
I literally had no other choice because going back to Europe takes a much longer processing time, and well, apparently, the Philippines is really not for me.
Weeks later, the CEO personally sent me a job offer to work for the company as an Assistant Manager for International Department instead. Yay, me!
However, this jobless girl couldn’t afford to pay for a travel agency to get shit done so I did everything myself.
NOTE: The whole process of getting a Work (Z) VISA was
frustrating and tedious, only because Google is of no help regarding
this matter — there’s no article out there specifically made for it.
Before you begin
This article is a step-by-step guide for Filipinos/Philippine passport holders only on how to get a China Work (Z) VISA. If after reading this you still have doubts or questions, you can always leave a comment at the end of this article. I will respond to all of them!
Z Visa – For working
Important: Holding a Z VISA is the only way to work legally in China.
Since 1 April 2017, foreigners that work in China have been divided
into 3 classes: Class A (high level talents), Class B (professional
personnel), Class C (foreigners who are nontechnical or service workers
hired on a temporary/seasonal basis).
If you reach at least level C, then your employer can apply online for your Foreigner’s Work Permit.
STEP 1
HOW TO OBTAIN A WORK PERMIT
The work permit application has to be sponsored by a locally registered company in China, so these requirements must be scanned and e-mailed to your employer.
Requirements:
• APPLICATION FORM FOR FOREIGNER’S WORK PERMIT
To be provided by your employer, and they shall help you fill this out.
• MEDICAL EXAMINATION REPORT
From a Chinese Embassy authorized hospital.
Angelus Medical Clinic
Address: 104 Rufino Street, Legaspi Village, Makati
Cost of physical examination (Laboratory Report, X-ray Report, HIV Screening Test Certificate, Psychological Evaluation Form): ₱2,850
• CURRICULUM VITAE/RESUMÉ
Stating your Education and Working experience; must prove you have 2 years full-time working experience.
• CONTRACT OF EMPLOYMENT (FROM CHINESE COMPANY/EMPLOYER)
To be provided by your Chinese employer/company in China; stating your position, tasks of work, duration of the contract, salary, income tax, working hours, sickness & injury leave, labor safety & hygiene, social insurance, holidays, etc.
• DIGITAL PHOTO
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• PASSPORT
Valid passport with at least 6 months duration after your intended entry date.
• PROOF OF WORK EXPERIENCE
Original reference letter from your previous job to
prove you have 2 years full-time working experience (after graduated) in
your current industry and position; no need to disclose your previous
salary. This can also be several letters adding up to 2 years total
working experience.
• CERTIFIED TRUE COPY OF DIPLOMA
• NBI CLEARANCE
STEP 2
DFA AUTHENTICATION
• DIPLOMA AUTHENTICATION
Make sure it’s diploma, not the degree transcript. Have your certified
true copy of diploma authenticated/red-ribboned by the Department of
Foreign Affairs
* PLEASE NOTE THAT DIFFERENT SCHOOLS HAVE DIFFERENT WAYS OF PROCESSING THE DOCUMENTS. THE STEPS MAY VARY SINCE SOME SCHOOLS DO NOT OFFER TO FORWARD THE DOCUMENTS TO CHED. INSTEAD, YOU WILL HAVE TO BRING YOUR OWN DOCUMENTS TO CHED AND THEN TO DFA.
* FOR UST ALUMNI: I HAD THEM SEND MY CERTIFIED
TRUE COPY OF DIPLOMA TO CHED — UST SENT THE DOCUMENT TO CHED, CHED
ISSUED CAV, CHED FORWARDED THE DOCUMENT TO DFA. AFTER AUTHENTICATING,
DFA MAILED MY RED-RIBBONED DIPLOMA TO MY ADDRESS AFTER 10 WORKING DAYS. |
Cost: ₱880
• NBI CLEARANCE AUTHENTICATION
Have your NBI Clearance authenticated/red-ribboned by the Department of Foreign Affairs as well | Cost: ₱100; processing time: 4 working days
DFA Authentication now available at the department’s various satellite offices in Metro Manila malls:
DFA NCR-Northeast (Ali Mall)
DFA NCR-East (SM Megamall)
DFA NCR-West (SM Manila)
DFA NCR-South (Metro Gaisano Alabang)
STEP 3
CHINESE EMBASSY AUTHENTICATION
Have your DFA authenticated diploma and DFA authenticated NBI Clearance legalized by the Chinese Embassy | Cost: ₱1,200 per document; processing time: 4 working days, payment upon pick-up; only cash payment is accepted
Requirements:
1) One fully completed Application Form of Consular Legalization (Click here: P020170920408384436212);
2) The original and photocopy of your diploma and NBI Clearance;
3) Passport and a photocopy of the photo/information page of your passport
* If the authentication document is applied by an agent/representative, the original and a photocopy of the agent’s valid ID is also required. For more information, visit http://ph.china-embassy.org/eng/lsfw/gzrz/t960641.htm
STEP 4
WORK PERMIT APPLICATION
This must be done by your employer. After a week, your employer shall e-mail 2 versions of your work permit to you — in English & Chinese.
STEP 5
HOW TO OBTAIN A WORK (Z) VISA
When you enter the Chinese Embassy office, your requirements will be
checked by the lady guard, and a number will be given to you — be
careful not to lose it.
Wait for the set of numbers where yours is included, then patiently fall in line by the counter (counter 4 or 5).
Requirements:
• PASSPORT (OLD & NEW) – Original passport that is valid for at least another 6 months with at least one blank visa page, a photocopy of the passport’s information/photo page and emergency contact page. The previous old passport, if available, is required to be submitted; if the old passport is lost, or the applicant never holds a passport before, please make a clear statement in the item 3.7 of the Visa Application Form.
• VISA APPLICATION FORM
Submit truthfully completed and signed Visa Application Form of the
People’s Republic of China. Please type the answer in capital English
letters in the space provided. Do not leave any field blank. Type N/A or
None if the item does not apply.
VISA APPLICATION FORM 2019
中华人民共和国签证申请表
Visa Application Form of the People’s Republic of China
* The visa application form needs to be opened and filled out directly via the latest version of Adobe Acrobat Reader.
* Handwritten application forms will not be accepted.
• PHOTO
Provide 2 color photos and affix one of the photos on the Application
Form. The photo should be recent(within 6 months), front view, white
background, in 48mm x 33mm size without head covering.
*Stapled/taped/clipped/detached photos will not be accepted
• CONTRACT OF EMPLOYMENT (FROM CHINESE COMPANY/EMPLOYER)
Submit the original (print out) and a photocopy.
• NOTIFICATION LETTER OF FOREIGNER’S WORK PERMIT IN THE PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF CHINA (FROM CHINESE COMPANY/EMPLOYER)
Submit original (print out) and photocopy of the English version, and the Chinese version.
• APPLICATION FORM FOR FOREIGNER’S WORK PERMIT
Submit the original and photocopy.
• PROOF OF WORK EXPERIENCE (FROM YOUR PREVIOUS JOB)
Submit the original reference letter from your previous job to prove you have 2 years full-time working experience
• AUTHENTICATED & LEGALIZED DIPLOMA
This must be authenticated by the DFA and the Chinese Embassy
• AUTHENTICATED & LEGALIZED NBI CLEARANCE
This must be authenticated by the DFA and the Chinese Embass
Q&A
Where can I get a Chinese VISA?
Chinese Embassy in the Philippines
Address: 2nd & 3rd Floor, The World Center, 330, Sen. Gil J. Puyat Avenue, Makati, 1227 Metro Manila
What time is the Chinese Embassy open?
They’re only available on weekdays, from 8AM-11AM. I suggest you go there at 9AM instead because you will have to fall in line outside the building if you arrive earlier than 8AM; the lobby guards only allow people to enter at exactly 8AM, and then the processing starts at 9AM.
What is the Chinese Embassy’s e-mail address?
phchinaembassy@hotmail.com
How long does it take to get a VISA?
It usually takes 4 working days for processing. For example, you submit your application on Monday and then you can pick up your visa on Thursday.
When is the best time to apply for a Chinese VISA?
Between two months and fifteen days before your departure. You can’t apply for your VISA too early because if you don’t use it, the VISA will expire after 90 days (or 180 days, in some cases), starting from the day you obtained it.
How much does a Chinese VISA cost?
You need a single-entry VISA before entering China, and then get a Residence Permit as soon as you arrive. The fee of a single-entry for 3 months costs ₱1,400; payment upon pick-up, only cash payment is accepted.
Express and Rush Service is not available to Z Visa applicants; apply in advance.
VERY IMPORTANT:
Before going to the Chinese Embassy, make sure that your requirements are correct and complete. I had to go back three times because they didn’t inform me all the requirements I lacked at once. Also, don’t forget to bring all original requirements to China.
P.S. If you still have questions, you may leave a comment at the end of this article or direct message me.
PSA: DON’T LEAVE JUST YET! BEFORE YOU PACK YOUR BAGS, MAKE SURE YOU HAVE AN OVERSEAS EMPLOYMENT CERTIFICATE (OEC) FROM PHILIPPINE OVERSEAS EMPLOYMENT ADMINISTRATION (POEA).
My dear friend, you MUST secure an OEC if you’re
going to work abroad because the Immigration Officer will not allow you
to go out of the Philippines without it.
Good luck!
Source: https://alaizza.com, by Alaizza Quiozon, updated on
Author’s Note: This article was originally published on 25 August 2018 and was republished to update some important information.
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