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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...) 

12 years 13 weeks ago in  Visa & Legalities - China

 
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In your case I think about 2 months.

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That sucks.

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What province, broseph stalin?

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Jiangsu.

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Depends on the employer's efficiency for I received that within 15 days that includes 9 days for posting it to my home country.

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Was that switching a X visa to a Z visa? I'm down voting you for giving incorrect information.

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I thought you needed 2 years post qualification experience to get a Z-visa/residence visa? Good luck converting. 

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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!

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