The requirements for migrating to China
Applicant can migrate to China through different methods. People who want to immigrate to China should know that they can apply through various method such as education, work, investment, birth, and etc… but in order to choose the method which suits you the best it is recommended that you examine your situation or conditions first. One of the most popular ways to immigrate to China is working and studying in this country, which it should be noted that these methods are completely different according to the circumstances of each person, therefore, we will take a look at each one of these methods separately and thoroughly in this article.
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Immigration to China and its general conditions
In this part of the article, we will review the general conditions of immigration to China so that you get more familiar with the laws related to immigration in this country.
China is officially known as the People’s Republic of China. China is an independent country in East Asia with a population of about 1.407 billion, making it one of the most populous countries in the world. It has an area of about 9,596,961 million square kilometers, making it the third largest country in the world.
China is nominally a unitary one-party socialist republic known as the Chinese Communist Party. Beijing is the capital of this country and Shanghai is the largest city in China. China boarders Russia, Kazakhstan and Mongolia in north, North Korea in the east and Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Afghanistan and Pakistan in the west and Nepal, India, Bhutan, Laos, Myanmar and Vietnam in the south.
Immigrating to China through education
Immigrating to China through education is one of the most popular methods among applicants who want to immigrate to this country, so every year many students, especially Asian students, apply to study in this country. It is interesting to know that the education system in China is divided into three categories: basic education, higher education, and adult education.
- Education in schools
Education in China starts at the age of six.
It should be noted that in China it is possible to study in public and private schools, keep in mind that education in public schools will be free and in Chinese, but education in private schools is in English and Chinese and is not free (must pay tuition fees). School year in China will run from September to July.
- Studying for a bachelor’s degree
Studying for a bachelor’s program in China is one of the most sought after study programs among students. Undergraduate students in China can study in many fields, such as engineering, medicine, management, and so on. It will take about 3 to 4 years to complete a bachelor’s degree in China, while studying in fields such as medicine will take about 5 to 6 years.
- Studying for a master’s degree
Master’s degree programs are another high-demand programs among students.
Students who intend to study for a master’s degree must have bachelor’s degree with a GPA of above 14 in order to be admitted to a master’s degree in this country. The duration of the master’s degree is about 2 to 3 years. Students can apply for a master’s degree in many fields.
- Studying for a PhD
If you are planning to study for a PhD in China, you must have a master’s degree in a related field with a grade point average of above 15 in order to be able to apply for a PhD. To study for a PhD degree, a student must have several published international papers and ISI. Also, having the approval of a supervisor is one of the most important factor for getting admitted into a PhD program. Studying for a PhD in China takes about 3 to 4 years.
- Study medicine in China
China is one of the most popular countries among the applicants for studying medicine, and students who intend to study in this field can study medicine in many universities without the need to take an entrance exam. The cost of studying medicine in China is a very low and favorable compared to many other countries. It costs about $ 3,000 to $ 4,000 a year to study medicine in China. The important thing about studying medicine in China is that studying in this country is in English and students are able to get admission and study in this country without providing a language certificate.
Immigrating to China through work
Immigrating to China through work is one of the most attractive and popular immigration methods among immigrants.
If you intend to work in this country, you should know that in order to obtain a Chinese work visa, you must first have a job offer from a Chinese employer. However, you should note that the Chinese employer can send a job offer to the applicant only if he/she can prove that there is no one among the citizens of this country who can do the job. Before applying for migration, it is better to check the unemployment rate in this country and then apply through this method.
Immigrating to China through investment
Investing in China is another way to immigrate to this country.
There are many ways to invest in China, but the important thing about investing in China is that applicants should pay special attention to the property confiscation risk, corruption control and economic indicators before taking any actions in this regard.
It is interesting to know that the rate of property seizure (property confiscation) in China is around 5, which indicates that it is not secure to invest in this country. If you are planning to invest in China, keep it in mind that you can invest in the stock market, in real estate, and also through company registration and etc… Of course, it is better to check the latest rules, regulations and requirements for any of these investment methods before taking any actions.
Immigrating to China by birth
Migration through birth is one of the best methods that has many applicants every year. There are two ways (rights) to obtain citizenship through birth, one is the right of blood (Jus sanguinis) and the other is the right of soil (Jus soli). In must be noted that in countries that follow the right of soil, such as Canada, the United States and Brazil, if a child is born in the territory of these countries, he/she can obtain a residence permit and citizenship. As for countries which follow the right of blood, it should be said that residence and citizenship are passed on to the child through their parents. China also follows the right of blood and if a child is born in this country, the child will receive a residence permit and citizenship from his/her parents. The important point to note is that if a child is born to a Chinese parent outside of China, he or she can obtain Chinese citizenship only if he or she has not applied for foreign citizenship.
Immigrating to China through marriage
You can migrate to China through marriage. If a non-citizen marries a Chinese citizen, he or she can apply for permanent residence permit in China, but the important thing about marrying a Chinese citizen is that marriage to a Chinese citizen normally won’t lead to obtaining Chinese citizenship and the applicant can only obtain a permanent residence permit. If you intend to marry a Chinese citizen, you must know the realted rules. The marriage laws in China are as follows:
-It is mandatory for men to be at least 22 years old and for women to be at least 20 years old, the important point is that if the person who wants to get married is a minor (a person under the age of majority), he / she can register his / her marriage with the consent of his / her parents.
-In case of previous marriage, it is necessary for each of the parties to present a divorce certificate (certificate of dissolution) or a death certificate.
-A certificate of no criminal record and proof of sufficient financial means to cover the costs are also among the essential documents that the applicant must provide.
Immigrating to China through asylum
One of the ways to immigrate to China is Asylum seeking.
As you know, asylum seeking is one of the most dangerous and inappropriate methods for immigration that people can apply for. Malekpour Law Firm, with its long and brilliant history in immigration, does not recommend this method for immigration at all and does not provide any services in this regard. Immigrants who migrate through this method usually face many dangers and obstacles, such as encountering with human traffickers, border guards, attacks and possible dangers on roads such as forests and the sea, therefore asylum seeking is a very dangerous method for immigration. It is a risky method and people who intend to immigrate to other countries can migrate through legal methods such as education, work and investment.
Obtaining a residence permit and citizenship
People who intend to immigrate to China should know that in order to be able to reside in this country and become a Chinese citizen, they must work full-time in this country. They can apply for a residence permit if they can get a full-time job which allows them to pay for their taxes and insurance in this country. After residing in China for some time, the applicant can get a permanent residence permit in China. Keep in mind that it is not normally possible to obtain Chinese citizenship unless the applicant resides in the country for a long time and goes through the legal process, this way the applicant may be able to obtain Chinese citizenship.
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