Mainland China: New Online Work Permit Platform Requires Employer Action
June 4, 2024
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At a Glance
- The Chinese government has migrated China’s online work permit application system to a new website in an attempt to simplify and streamline the work permit application process.
- As a result of this change, employers who have registered on the previous government website must reset their password to process new work permit applications or move forward with any ongoing applications and may need to resubmit certain application documents.
- There may be temporary technical issues on the new website during the implementation phase of the system.
The situation
The Chinese government has migrated China’s online work permit application system to a new Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security website called the National Human Resources and Social Security Government Service Platform.
Impact
- Employer/application actions required.
- As a result of this change, employers who have registered on the previous government website must reset their password and may need to resubmit certain application documents for pending applications if authorities request it. Employers will not be able to process new work permit applications or move forward with any ongoing applications without first resetting the password. Therefore, Fragomen recommends that employers reset their passwords as soon as possible to avoid any issues or delays with applications.
- Technical issues. There may be temporary technical issues on the new website during the implementation phase of the system. This may result in website crashes or crashes, or other technical issues.
Background
The change in systems is part of the government’s effort to simplify and streamline the work permit application process.
Looking ahead
It is likely that the Chinese government will continue to streamline work permit application processes as it aims to ease the entry of foreign workers. We will monitor related developments.
Fragomen in China is Fragomen (Shanghai) Co. Ltd., operating exclusively as an immigration consultancy and not as a law firm in China. This alert is for informational purposes only. If you have any questions, please contact the global immigration professional with whom you work at Fragomen or send an email to [email protected].
