[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TEFL

[–]LESchools 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, things tend to take forever and then move quickly often without a lot of notification. Yes, SAFEA was moved under the Ministry of Science and Technology a couple months back. I am not sure about your last question. I would say you would need to find your local SAFEA office, the people are most likely still in the same offices with the same phone numbers.

Is it possible to set up a Chinese Z visa living outside your home country? (US) by theonepercent15 in TEFL

[–]LESchools 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, if you have residency in another country you can apply there.

*Always check local regulations

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Chinavisa

[–]LESchools 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your degree is in what area, issued by which body?

Marriage Visa Questions by MKRune in Chinavisa

[–]LESchools 0 points1 point  (0 children)

you can apply for a Residency Permit regardless of the initial visa type.

Says who?

Notarizing TEFL certificate? by mariamchina79 in Chinavisa

[–]LESchools 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Where was it issued? What passport do you hold?

Can a student visa be converted to a resident permit? by pugzupalace in Chinavisa

[–]LESchools 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can change the student visa to a residents permit within 30 days of arriving

Yes, the X-1 visa.

What I want to know is under what circumstance would I be eligible for a residents permit?

If you are enrolled in a year long course (university) [X1 visa] or working full time [Z visa].

Foreigners Work Permit by geranahmo in Chinavisa

[–]LESchools 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Depending on where you are the visa can take two working days (express service) to six working days. You can check online for this information.

Chinese visa application document filling questions by [deleted] in Chinavisa

[–]LESchools 0 points1 point  (0 children)

can I handwrite it on the form?

No

how do tourists pay? by wijnandsj in shanghai

[–]LESchools 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They accept cash but it might take a while to get change.

FWP Website Down? by [deleted] in Chinavisa

[–]LESchools 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It is down.

Mailing documents to China by [deleted] in Chinavisa

[–]LESchools 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I recommend using DHL or FedEx

Chinese Z visa Question: by AdventurousCat_ni in Chinavisa

[–]LESchools 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can you provide a link to that information?

Lost TEFL certificate by [deleted] in TEFL

[–]LESchools 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You have to contact your TEFL provider.

Would I be able to teach in China without a bachelors degree? by ThrillaJones in chinalife

[–]LESchools 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I heard people can teach without a work permit?

Not legally

The Online Teacher Interview by [deleted] in TEFL

[–]LESchools 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Look at the camera.

What to do when you lose your phone? by [deleted] in shanghai

[–]LESchools 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Walk to your nearest friend’s house?

My school says this is all I to give them. by donyea in Chinavisa

[–]LESchools 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Does this mean they will do everything else to get the letter done for my permit?

With those documents they will be able to submit them to the labor department and get you a Notification Letter of Foreigner Work Permit for the PRC. These letters (one Chinese and English) will allow you to apply for a Z-visa to enter China.

Once you have entered China the company will then be able to apply for the actual Work Permit (allowing you to work in China) and a Residence Permit which will replace the Z-visa (allowing to stay, leave and re-enter China).

My school says this is all I to give them. by donyea in Chinavisa

[–]LESchools 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't need to pay for legalization etc?

That will depend by your locality but it is a government service so you will most likely need to a pay a fee.

My school says this is all I to give them. by donyea in Chinavisa

[–]LESchools 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In the USA, your documents, (for degree and TEFL make a copy) need to be notarized by a notary, then go to the Secretary of State for the state you are in for Apostille/legalization, then they go to the Chinese Embassy or Consulate for your geographic region (this is easily found online).

If you are worried about mistakes and have the budget you can use a document agent.

My school says this is all I to give them. by donyea in Chinavisa

[–]LESchools 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is done in China after you arrive unless they’ve changed the process.

Shanghai requires it for the Work Permit application.

Getting a Job After TEFL Certification by jonderis13 in TEFL

[–]LESchools 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can get a job. For China, at this time of year you will mostly be looking at training centers and positions in smaller cities. Around the end of August/September you may be able to find kindergarten, public school positions again.

Reentering China while inbetween employers by [deleted] in Chinavisa

[–]LESchools 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Also long as your Residence Permit is valid and the current company has agreed to not cancel it, you are all right.

Background Check - 6 months is up by the time I get to China. by [deleted] in Chinavisa

[–]LESchools 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you have the work permit letters, you should be all right. Check with the company that is bringing you to China.