Residence and immigration to China + conditions and cost 2024

These days, immigrating to China has become one of the most popular options among those seeking to live abroad. Currently, China is one of the most advanced and powerful countries in the world, which has developed very impressively in terms of economy and is also progressing in line with the world in terms of technology. China is a very suitable option for Iranian immigration. Because this Asian country, in addition to having very beautiful tourist attractions, is also affordable in terms of cost and has provided very suitable facilities for its citizens. In the rest of this article, we will present the conditions and methods of immigration to China.

This article is provided by Esthebanati Migration Institute for your dear ones. If you want to evaluate your conditions for immigration and obtaining residence in China, you can get advice from our experienced immigration experts and lawyers at the institute.

General information about China

China is one of the largest Asian countries with a very rich culture. The official language of the people of China is Chinese, and this country is one of the most populous countries in the world with a population of more than 1.4 billion. The currency of China is the yuan and the form of government is a republic. China is an independent, one-party state whose party is known as the Communist Party of China.

In recent years, immigration to China has gained many fans. This is because this country has become one of the most powerful poles in the world economically and has global standards in terms of educational and social levels. In addition, the cost of education and living in China is very affordable and cheap compared to other developed countries in the world. Other information about China is provided in the following table:

Reasons for immigrating to China

Living and staying in China can bring many benefits for expats. China is one of the most beautiful and advanced countries in the world and many tourists visit this country every year. Among the most important reasons for immigrating to China, the following can be mentioned:

• Very strong and advanced economy due to export and import
• Good salary for employees
• Adequate level of social and educational well-being
• Get free membership of sports and entertainment centers
• Excellent transportation system
• Spectacular tourist attractions and festivals
• Proper security in cities

Methods of immigration to China

If you decide to stay in China, you must apply for a visa through one of the available immigration methods and then you can enter China to live. There are various immigration methods to obtain Chinese residence, which applicants can choose one of them based on their conditions and proceed through them. These methods include:

• Educational immigration
• work migration
• Immigration through investment
• Immigration by birth
• Immigration through marriage

Study in China

Many Iranian students and applicants are thinking of studying in China. This is because many educational institutions in China are approved by the Ministry of Science and Health of Iran, and for this reason, it is possible for graduates to work and continue their education after returning to Iran, and there is no need for the equivalence of academic degrees in Iran. In addition, the cost of studying in China is also very affordable for Iranian students. Of course, this cost will vary based on the degree and field, but on average it is about 5,600 dollars.

In addition, Chinese universities have a very good level and are among the best universities in the world in terms of educational facilities and credit. Many fields, including medicine, are taught very well and professionally in China, and well-equipped laboratories have been created for students. One of the important advantages of studying in China is the possibility of studying in English.

Work migration to China

China is one of the best countries for work immigration and the unemployment rate in this country is very low and around 5%. Therefore, if you intend to immigrate to China for work, you should know that you have chosen the right country to obtain a work residence. People who intend to work in China must obtain a work permit and visa from the Chinese embassy. After working in China for 5 years, the applicant can apply for permanent residence in this country. To get a work permit in China, you must meet the following conditions:

• Age above 18 years
• Having work experience
• Having physical and mental health
• Clearances
• Having a job offer from an employer in China

There are different types of Chinese work visas, the most common of which is the Z visa or the R visa (work visa for talented people). The types of Chinese work visas are presented in the table below:

Investment in China

Another way to immigrate to China is to invest in China. China is in a very good economic condition and is currently considered one of the most powerful economic countries. Therefore, investing in this country will bring many benefits for investors. In addition, China supports foreign investors to expand its economy and strengthen its industries, and it is considered one of the largest markets for attracting immigrants and foreign investors.

If the applicants intend to obtain permanent residency in China through investment, they must invest about 10 million yuan in the sectors required by the Chinese government. There are various ways to invest in China, and the required capital for each one is between 500 thousand dollars and 2 million dollars depending on the investment method and the region where the investment is made.

One of the low-cost ways to invest in this country is to register a company in China, but obtaining residence from this method will not be easy due to the strictness of the Chinese government. In general, the investment methods in China are:

Migration through marriage and birth

Immigration through marriage and birth is another method of obtaining Chinese citizenship. Regarding obtaining citizenship through birth, all countries of the world follow the two systems of soil and blood. In the soil system, if your child is born in the desired country, he will receive the citizenship of that country. But in the blood system, at least one of the child’s parents must have the citizenship of the desired country. China is one of the countries that follows the law of blood and will grant citizenship to the child only if one of the parents has Chinese citizenship. But the important and positive point is that if the child was born outside of China, he will receive Chinese citizenship through his parents.

In the marriage method, if the applicant marries a Chinese citizen, he can obtain permanent residence in this country. The point that you should pay attention to is that this method does not result in obtaining Chinese citizenship and will only result in permanent residence in this country. Also, in this method, the applicant must have the following conditions:

• Age over 22 years for men and over 20 years for women
• Having a divorce or death certificate in case of a previous marriage
• Providing a certificate of financial ability and a certificate of no bad history

The cost of immigration to China

The cost of immigrating to China will vary based on your immigration method. But in general, it can be said that currently, educational immigration is the cheapest way to immigrate to China. Because it is possible for students to get a Chinese scholarship and this scholarship can cover a large part of the students’ education and living expenses. In addition, students can work part-time while studying and cover part of their expenses.

Dear ones, you can contact Istebanati Immigration Institute to get more information about the cost of visa and residence in China so that our experts can provide you with detailed information and evaluate your conditions.

Cost of living in China

One of the most important questions for applicants is how much it costs to live in China. In general, the cost of living in China is more affordable than in many countries, and this can be a very positive thing for Iranians. In general, the cost of living for each person in China is 600 dollars per month and 2,200 dollars per month for a family of 4. This cost does not include the cost of renting or buying a house in China and is only the cost of monthly expenses. The list of living expenses is presented in the following table:

Conditions for immigration to China

If you intend to immigrate and live in China, you need a permit to enter this country. Therefore, you must meet the conditions in order to receive this permit or visa. These conditions will be different based on the type of immigration method and your visa, but some cases are required in all immigration routes to China. These conditions include:

• Having the necessary financial resources
• Police Clearance
• Providing identity documents
• Presenting a valid passport
• Providing a medical health certificate
• Documents related to your residence in China

Documents required to immigrate to China

The documents required for immigration and residence in China are different based on your immigration method. Therefore, before preparing the documents, you should choose the best immigration method based on your conditions and interest and then proceed to prepare the necessary documents. Make sure that all the documents must be valid and avoid submitting fake documents separately. Because your visa application will be rejected and you may be banned from entering China in the future. The necessary documents based on the type of visa are presented in the following table:

China visa

As mentioned, all persons who intend to enter China must obtain a visa and a permit to enter this country. China visa means entry and exit permission to this country and is required for all people who intend to study, work, travel and tourism in China. China visa has several types, the type of which is determined based on the purpose of your trip. Some types of Chinese visas are introduced in the table below:

Stay in China

If you are looking to obtain residence and citizenship in China, you must work full-time for 5 years in this country and pay taxes. You must also be able to pay for your own insurance. Then you can apply for residency. One thing you should keep in mind is that China has not provided the possibility of obtaining citizenship for foreigners and you can only apply for permanent residence. Therefore, if you are looking for Chinese citizenship, you must live in this country for many years to be able to obtain citizenship.

Services of Esthebanati Immigration Institute

There are many ways to obtain a residence in China, and each method will require the preparation of necessary documents and conditions. Therefore, many applicants may need the help of an immigration lawyer to China and get advice on their immigration path so that they can choose the best path and then apply for admission. Estehbanati Immigration Institute with years of experience in obtaining residence in China is ready to provide services and support you in this way. Our experts and experienced lawyers at Estehbanati Institute will carefully evaluate your conditions and will be with you until the end of the visa and residency process.

final word

In this article, we have evaluated the conditions and methods of immigrating to China, which we hope will be of interest to you. China is one of the most advanced countries in the world, which has gained many fans these days and many applicants are looking to immigrate to this country. If you also decide to get Chinese residence, you can get advice from experts and experienced lawyers of Astehbanati Immigration Institute.

Frequently asked questions about immigration to China

1- Is it possible to obtain Chinese citizenship by immigrating to this country?

No, it is not possible to obtain Chinese citizenship through immigration, but you can obtain permanent residence in this country.

2- Does marriage with a Chinese citizen lead to obtaining the citizenship of this country?

No, you can only get permanent residency in China by marrying a Chinese citizen.

3- Is it possible to work in China?

Yes, you can apply for work immigration if you have an official invitation from an employer in China.

4- What is the cheapest way to immigrate to China?

Educational immigration is the cheapest way to immigrate and obtain residence in China; Because it is possible to receive a scholarship.

5- What is the easiest way to immigrate to China?

Immigration through education is the easiest way to obtain residence in China.