Quick links for expats: Work permit, tax, social insurance

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Dear foreign friends,

Welcome to Shenzhen! Shenzhen is a beautiful and dynamic city that embraces equality, freedom, and inclusiveness — where you can enjoy a high quality of life. Below are official links to help you quickly handle work permit, personal income tax and social security matters in Shenzhen.

Overseas application for foreigner’s work permit in China (above and excluding 90 days)

https://stic.sz.gov.cn/xxgk/ztzl/wzyw/content/post_10418693.html

Domestic application for foreigner’s work permit in China (visa-free entry is not applicable)

https://stic.sz.gov.cn/xxgk/ztzl/wzyw/content/post_10418604.html

Other applications for foreigner’s work permit (extension, change, cancellation)

https://stic.sz.gov.cn/xxgk/ztzl/wzyw/content/post_10419327.html

Application for foreigner’s work permit in China (90 days or less)

https://stic.sz.gov.cn/xxgk/ztzl/wzyw/content/post_10418371.html

Shenzhen Integrated Service and Management Platform for Foreigners:

https://wgfw.ga.sz.gov.cn/user/wgrfwpt

How foreigners use electronic social security cards in China:

https://www.amazingshenzhen.com.cn/content/2025-01/01/content_32121645.htm