• Approvals require an explicit correlation between the applicant’s degree major and the job duties, a minimum of two years of relevant work experience, and verifiable employment records such as social insurance or official reference letters.
• We’re surprised to see regulations growing stricter after what seems a period of post-COVID easing, to bring back foreign talent to China – but it’s understandable they want properly qualified people in the workforce.
Who this Affects
– Foreign applicants seeking a first-time work permit in Chengdu.
– Employers recruiting mid-career or entry-level foreign talent without direct major-to-role alignment.
– Candidates whose experience is freelance, contractual, or difficult to verify with payroll records.
Required Documents
– Degree certificate and academic transcript detailing major and course modules.
– Detailed resume mapping tasks and competencies to degree coursework.
– Evidence of two years of relevant work experience, preferably social insurance records.
– Employer reference letters on company letterhead with verifier contact details.
– Clear job description and employment contract that demonstrate role relevance.
– Provide project summaries, portfolios, or published work that demonstrate practical application.
– Obtain supervisor reference letters that describe responsibilities and performance in roles comparable to the new position.
Remedies if Experience is Insufficient
– Consider a probationary employment arrangement with formal milestones that can be reviewed at permit renewal.
– Consult a qualified immigration adviser for alternative visa categories or city-specific exceptions.
Sources: https://ikkyinchina.com, PSB
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