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Managing Partner, China

Becky Xia

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As Managing Partner of Fragomen’s China practice, Becky resolves complex immigration challenges for a diverse clientele. Her extensive experience in client consultation, support and relationship-building, paired with her mastery of immigration process and program management, positions her as a stalwart in navigating China’s ever-changing immigration landscape and laws.

She assists multinational corporations, financial institutions and other global employers with their employment-based immigration and investor visa needs. With her proactive and anticipatory approach, Becky manages immediate challenges and strategically guides long-term immigration program compliance.

Becky's experience extends to providing insightful strategies for the seamless transfer of expatriate workforces within China and across borders. Her professional acumen, combined with a robust global network, makes her a preferred partner for both current and prospective clients.

Her acuity in understanding the nuances of local, regional and global program management and delivery, together with her adoption of benchmark best practices, brings significant value to her clients. Becky’s exceptional ability to anticipate client needs and achieve satisfactory outcomes has forged lasting service agreements and a reputation for excellence.

Becky’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion is evident through her involvement in multiple government initiatives and community outreach programs. She leads efforts that extend beyond her professional endeavors, exemplifying her dedication to positive societal impact. She is a staunch advocate for empowering women and supporting her community through initiatives such as Active Kidz Shanghai and the Shanghai Feiye Art School for Children with Special Needs.

Becky is more than an experienced immigration professional—she is a thoughtful leader and strategic partner who brings unparalleled dedication to her clients and her broader community.

Becky is fluent in English, Mandarin and Shanghainese.

Her acuity in understanding the nuances of local, regional and global program management and delivery, together with her adoption of benchmark best practices, brings significant value to her clients. Becky’s exceptional ability to anticipate client needs and achieve satisfactory outcomes has forged lasting service agreements and a reputation for excellence.

Becky’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion is evident through her involvement in multiple government initiatives and community outreach programs. She leads efforts that extend beyond her professional endeavors, exemplifying her dedication to positive societal impact. She is a staunch advocate for empowering women and supporting her community through initiatives such as Active Kidz Shanghai and the Shanghai Feiye Art School for Children with Special Needs.

Becky is more than an experienced immigration professional—she is a thoughtful leader and strategic partner who brings unparalleled dedication to her clients and her broader community.

Becky is fluent in English, Mandarin and Shanghainese.

Education

  • China Southern Yangtze University School of Law, 2002

More from Becky

Awards

Listed in the International Who's Who of Corporate Immigration Lawyers, 2011 to 2024

Professional accomplishments

Vice President, Shanghai Pudong New Area Association of Enterprises with Foreign Investment

Director, Board of Directors, Australian Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai, July 2020 to June 2023

Chair, Audit and Risk Committee, Australian Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai, February 2021 to June 2022

Chair, Human Resources Committee, Australian Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai

Chair, Visa Committee, American Chamber of Commerce in China

Experience

Assisted multinational companies in software, retail and manufacturing industries to obtain work permits and residence permits for more than 10,000 employees in all provinces of China.

Advised major global computer company on post-integration immigration requirements following major acquisition.

Assisted prominent artists and former diplomats to obtain visas and work permits.

Assisted multinational companies in obtaining work authorization for employees from Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau and overseas Chinese with U.S. Green Cards.

Develops strategy for major retail company’s expat employees to obtain authorization to work at multiple branches simultaneously.

Assisted financial company to handle deportation and successful resumption of work authorization for expatriate banker.

Assisted overseas Fragomen offices to help Chinese nationals obtain overseas visas.

On a pro-bono basis, assisted volunteer retired American English teachers in obtaining work authorization to teach English to minority students in Yunnan province.

Publications and lectures

Becky has spoken on China immigration-related topics at conferences in Hong Kong and Shanghai organized by the Employee Relocation Council.

Becky has also been the featured speaker in seminars in Beijing, Shanghai, Suzhou, Nanjing, and Shenyang sponsored by the American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai, European Chamber of Commerce in China, British Chamber of Commerce in China, and the U.S Consulate Shenyang.

Speaker, “Global Shifts, Local Solutions: Steering Immigration Strategy Through Global Change.” Fragomen Global China Immigration Conference 2025, Shanghai, China, 17 September 2025.

Speaker, “China Going Abroad – Navigating Evolving Immigration Trends.” Fragomen, Webinar, 21 January 2025.

Speaker, “Greater China Immigration Update.” Fragomen, 18 June 2021.

Becky’s insights

September 17, 2025 | Conference

Fragomen Global China Immigration Conference 2025Read more

March 19, 2025 | Conference

AmCham Shanghai 2025 Global Mobility ConferenceRead more

January 21, 2025 | Webinar

China Going Abroad – Navigating Evolving Immigration Trends webinarRead more
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September 17, 2025 | Conference

Fragomen Global China Immigration Conference 2025Read more

March 19, 2025 | Conference

AmCham Shanghai 2025 Global Mobility ConferenceRead more

January 21, 2025 | Webinar

China Going Abroad – Navigating Evolving Immigration Trends webinarRead more
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September 17, 2025 | Conference

Fragomen Global China Immigration Conference 2025Read more

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AmCham Shanghai 2025 Global Mobility ConferenceRead more

January 21, 2025 | Webinar

China Going Abroad – Navigating Evolving Immigration Trends webinarRead more
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Room 1006A, China Life Tower No.16 Chao Yang Men Wai Street, Chaoyang District

Beijing 100020

China

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Fragomen (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.

Suite 1408, Level 14, Jin Mao Tower, 88 Century Avenue, Pudong New District

Shanghai 200120

China

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September 17, 2025 | Conference

Fragomen Global China Immigration Conference 2025Read more

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AmCham Shanghai 2025 Global Mobility ConferenceRead more

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China Going Abroad – Navigating Evolving Immigration Trends webinarRead more
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Fragomen (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. Beijing Branch

Room 1006A, China Life Tower No.16 Chao Yang Men Wai Street, Chaoyang District

Beijing 100020

China

Shanghai

Fragomen (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.

Suite 1408, Level 14, Jin Mao Tower, 88 Century Avenue, Pudong New District

Shanghai 200120

China

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Becky’s insights

September 17, 2025 | Conference

Fragomen Global China Immigration Conference 2025Read more

March 19, 2025 | Conference

AmCham Shanghai 2025 Global Mobility ConferenceRead more

January 21, 2025 | Webinar

China Going Abroad – Navigating Evolving Immigration Trends webinarRead more
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T:+86 10 5632 2300

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Beijing

Fragomen (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. Beijing Branch

Room 1006A, China Life Tower No.16 Chao Yang Men Wai Street, Chaoyang District

Beijing 100020

China

Shanghai

Fragomen (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.

Suite 1408, Level 14, Jin Mao Tower, 88 Century Avenue, Pudong New District

Shanghai 200120

China

Connect via Linkedin

Becky’s insights

September 17, 2025 | Conference

Fragomen Global China Immigration Conference 2025Read more

March 19, 2025 | Conference

AmCham Shanghai 2025 Global Mobility ConferenceRead more

January 21, 2025 | Webinar

China Going Abroad – Navigating Evolving Immigration Trends webinarRead more
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