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Q: Time to switch from X Visa to Z Visa
Just started the process for obtaining my F.E.C. So that I can switch my X visa to a Z visa. Can someone give me an estimate on about how long until I can expect to have to wait until I can legally work? (Average time until receiving FEC, wait time for visa...)
9 years 48 weeks ago in Visa & Legalities - China
Depends on the employer's efficiency for I received that within 15 days that includes 9 days for posting it to my home country.
ironman510:
Was that switching a X visa to a Z visa? I'm down voting you for giving incorrect information.
I thought you needed 2 years post qualification experience to get a Z-visa/residence visa? Good luck converting.
Way back when, I switched from an L-visa (tourist) directly to a residence permit. Took a couple weeks to get the FEC, including the medical exams and running around to gather various documents to submit. After that, it took another 2-3 weeks to get the RP. I'd say, best case scenario....a month. But when does the "best case scenario" ever play out in China? LOL good luck!
