一张图了解外国人才签证

签注一次管十年，来华更方便！

为了实施更加积极、更加开放、更加有效的人才政策，国家外国专家局、外交部和公安部联合印发了《外国人才签证制度实施办法》，外国人才签证办理更方便快捷，发放范围期限进一步放宽！

谁可以申请外国人才签证（即R字签证）？

中国经济社会发展需要的外国高层次人才和急需紧缺人才，符合“高精尖缺”和市场需求导向的科学家、科技领军人才、国际企业家、专门人才、高技能人才等。

R字签证申请标准

符合《外国人来华工作分类标准（试行）》中外国高端人才标准条件之一：

1） 入选国内人才引进计划

2）符合国际公认的专业成就认定标准

3）符合市场导向的鼓励类岗位需求的外国人才

4）创新创业人才

5）优秀青年人才

6）计点积分在85分以上

申请R字签证所需材料：

1. 签证申请表

2. 本人护照（有效期为6个月以上）以及符合规定的照片

3. 《外国高端人才确认函》打印件

4. 驻外使馆、领馆或者外交部委托的其他驻外机构要求的其他材料

办理R字签证如何收费？

免除申请费用，外国人才及其家属免交签证费和急件费，“零费用”办理。

更长有效期

1. 符合条件的R字签证申请人可获签有效期5至10年、多次入境、每次停留180天的签证；

2. 符合条件的R字签证申请人的配偶及未成年子女可获签有效期相同、多次入境的相应种类签证。

申请更方便

采取全程在线、立审立办方式，大幅压缩审核、审发期限，外国人才资质确认时限压缩至5个工作日，高端人才及其配偶子女签证申请最短可在申请次日获得签发。

With validity period up to 10 years, talent visa (Rvisa)makes it easier for foreign talent to visit China.

In order to implement a more active, open, and effective talent policy, the State Administration of Foreign Experts Affairs (SAFEA), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the Ministry of Public Security jointly issued measures for the implementation of Rvisa system.

Who can apply for Rvisa?

High-level and urgently needed foreign talent can apply for Rvisa, including scientists, leading talent in science and technology, international entrepreneurs, professional talent, and talent with specific high-level skills.

Standards for Rvisa application

High-end foreign talent who meet one of the requirements of the Pilot Implementation Scheme of Foreigners' Work Permit in China:

(a) Selected candidates for China’s talent introduction programs

(b) Individuals who meet internationally recognized standards of professional achievements

(c) Foreign professionals who meet the demand for market-oriented jobs encouraged by China

(d) Innovative entrepreneurial talent

(e) Excellent youth talent

(f) Professional talent with accumulated scores over 85

Materials needed for application

1. Visa application form

2. Passport and the applicant's photo taken within the last six months

3. Confirmation Letter for High Level Foreign Talents

4. Other materials required by the Chinese embassy,consulate, or institutes entrusted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in foreign countries

Application Fees

There are no fees required for the application of a Rvisa for foreign talent and relevant visas for their families.

Longer valid time

1. Qualified applicants will be allowed to stay in China for up to 180 days at a time, with multiple entries on a visa valid from 5 to 10 years.

2. The policies also apply to the foreign talent’s spouse and minor children for their relevant visas.

Convenient application

Application can be made online, and Confirmation Letter for High Level Foreign Talents will be issued within 5 working days. High-end talent with their spouses and children can apply foRvisas in embassies and consulates.Visas can be obtained in as fast as the next day after application submission.