Shanghai Introduces New Measures to Attract Foreign Talent

At the fourth Shanghai Talent+ Summit on September 20, 2024, Shanghai authorities announced 13 measures to attract and support Category A foreign nationals to work in the city.

The measures include streamlined procedures for obtaining visas, residence permits, permanent residency, work permits and financial services.  For example, those who possess doctorates and others deemed to be outstanding foreign talent will benefit from streamlined procedures when applying for permanent residency.

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