Policy Briefing with Foreign Expert Bureau Representative on Online Approval Process for Foreigner’s Work Permit Issued During the COVID-19 Outbreak

2020-05-08 | Shanghai

Policy Briefing with Foreign Expert Bureau Representative on Online Approval Process for Foreigner’s Work Permit Issued During the COVID-19 Outbreak

On 8th May 2020, the European Chamber Shanghai Chapter organized an online policy briefing on the Examination and Approval of Foreigner's Work Permit in Shanghai, a document issued by the Foreign Expert Bureau of the Shanghai Science and Technology Commission in March aiming to provide convenience for foreign experts to resume work during the COVID-19 outbreak. The highlights of the document include the online submission of Foreigner’s Work Permit applications, the simplified procedure for foreign applicants, and the establishment of a 'single window' for high-end talent applicants. Delivered by Ms. Wang Haiyan of the Shanghai Foreign Expert Bureau, the two-hour meeting included a one-hour presentation, followed by a one-hour Q&A session.