Summary
China introduced a new visa called the K visa, aimed at foreign professionals in science and technology fields. This visa has drawn comparisons to the U.S. H-1B visa and has caused public concern in China about potential job market competition and the inflow of foreign workers. Although the full details of the visa are not clear, it targets individuals with qualifications in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
Key Facts
- China launched a new visa called the K visa for foreign science and technology professionals.
- The K visa became widely noticed after an Indian media outlet called it “China's H-1B.”
- India's large presence in the U.S. H-1B visa program led to increased interest in China's K visa.
- There is public concern in China about foreign workers increasing job competition.
- The visa targets graduates from well-known universities in STEM fields.
- It does not require local employer sponsorship and offers flexible entry and stay terms.
- Exact details of whether the visa allows foreigners to work in China remain unclear.
- Chinese state media are attempting to address public concerns and misinformation about the visa.
