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ChinaEmployment• If the foreign national will receive remuneration from, enter intoan employment contract with, or conduct activities on behalf of aChina entity, a work permit and residence permit is required• Work “Z” Visa, Work Permit and Residence Permit- In general, a single entry “Z” Visa is required for foreign nationals toenter China for employment• Limited exceptions apply for senior executives who may beallowed to convert their tourist “L” or business “F” Visas toResidence Permits• Work Permit must be obtained to start work• “Z” Visa is converted to Residence Permit once in China• Requirements vary depending upon host entity, location and jobtitle• Work Permit Validity: 1 year, renewable annually for the durationof the assignment© 2012 Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP7