Chris M Posted October 9, 2014 Report Share Posted October 9, 2014 Hello everyone, long time lurker; first time caller. The wife (Chinese citizen/ US LPR) and I (US Citizen) are preparing to make the move to Shanghai and are painfully un-prepared for what we are finding as it relates to visa requirements for me. Starting to wade through it all and looking for some sage advice, I figured this might be a good place. I have a current M visa valid through 2016 (60 day stays) obviously not ideal. I own my business and have clients in China. My guess is to apply for the Q1? (looks for nod of approval) I welcome any advice, comments, words of encouragement, good jokes... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randy W Posted October 9, 2014 Report Share Posted October 9, 2014 You will need to go to the PSB Entry/Exit bureau with jurisdiction over your residence - most of the administration of the visa types are handled through them - and NOT the overseas consulates. I've been here since Jan., 2011 without having to make a border run or leave the country. The visa and/or residence permit that you get from the PSB will allow an unlimited stay. Work permits are another story. You will need to talk to the PSB there, also. Normally, a work permit is tied to a specific employer. I'm not sure what they do for general work like what you want to do - hopefully, they can help you there as well. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris M Posted October 9, 2014 Author Report Share Posted October 9, 2014 You will need to go to the PSB Entry/Exit bureau with jurisdiction over your residence - most of the administration of the visa types are handled through them - and NOT the overseas consulates. I've been here since Jan., 2011 without having to make a border run or leave the country. The visa and/or residence permit that you get from the PSB will allow an unlimited stay. Work permits are another story. You will need to talk to the PSB there, also. Normally, a work permit is tied to a specific employer. I'm not sure what they do for general work like what you want to do - hopefully, they can help you there as well. Randy, thanks very much for the reply. I heard you were the go to guy for this type of thing. I've been reading that I need to have our US marriage certificate certified by the embassy in DC (live in NC). Is this good scoop? Anything else I should be armed with when I go to the PSB? (which will be in Shanghai) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dnoblett Posted October 9, 2014 Report Share Posted October 9, 2014 You will need to go to the PSB Entry/Exit bureau with jurisdiction over your residence - most of the administration of the visa types are handled through them - and NOT the overseas consulates. I've been here since Jan., 2011 without having to make a border run or leave the country. The visa and/or residence permit that you get from the PSB will allow an unlimited stay. Work permits are another story. You will need to talk to the PSB there, also. Normally, a work permit is tied to a specific employer. I'm not sure what they do for general work like what you want to do - hopefully, they can help you there as well.Randy, thanks very much for the reply. I heard you were the go to guy for this type of thing. I've been reading that I need to have our US marriage certificate certified by the embassy in DC (live in NC). Is this good scoop? Anything else I should be armed with when I go to the PSB? (which will be in Shanghai) This one came up not long ago... http://candleforlove.com/forums/topic/47114-married-in-usa-now-want-to-marry-in-china-steps-to-do-so/?p=615614 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris M Posted October 9, 2014 Author Report Share Posted October 9, 2014 Thanks Dan I read that earlier, good stuff. My wife is scouring the Shanghai PSB website now and turning up lots of good information. Nice to see a fellow VJ'er here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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