China will introduce a new type of visa — a K visa — for young foreign talent in science and technology.
More Convenient To Visit China
The K visa is a new addition to the ordinary visa categories, and the new rules will take effect on October 1.
Applicants for the K visa should be young international professionals in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics. They should have earned a bachelor’s degree or higher from prestigious universities or research institutions.
In addition, it will be available to individuals involved in educational or research activities at prestigious universities or research institutions, according to a statement released on Aug. 14.
K visa holders are permitted to engage in activities in fields such as education, science and technology, and cultural exchanges.
Compared with other visa types for visiting China, the K visa will offer holders more convenience in terms of the number of entries, validity period and duration of stay.
The new visa type was unveiled after China’s government promulgated a decision amending the country’s regulations on the administration of foreigners’ entries and exits.
More Effective Talent Policy
The decision came as China puts a greater emphasis on building a more proactive, open and effective talent policy.
The country aims to become a tech superpower by 2035 and sees skills as essential to reaching this goal.
For example, the Talented Young Scientist Programme aims to attract researchers from Asia and Africa to work in China. Top universities have also offered competitive salaries and bonuses to attract foreign researchers.
Written by Gu Yetao, additional reporting by China Daily, HKCNA.
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