Our present legal retirement age is MALE 60 YEARS OLD, FEMALE 50 YEARS OLD. According to the provisions of the labor contract law, when the employee reaches the statutory retirement age, the labor relationship will be terminated automatically. Does the same apply to foreigners working in China? Is there an age limit for working in China?

The answer is yes. Foreign professionals (Category B) should be working in China under the age of 60, male and female alike, while high-end foreign talents (category A) are not subject to age restrictions. If you are healthy enough to continue to work in China, you can also extend your work permit and work-type residence permit when you reach the age of 60.

Who are the top foreign talents (Category A)?

Foreign high-end talents (Category A) refer to those scientists, leading scientific and technological talents, international entrepreneurs, specialized and special talents who meet the requirements of China's economic and social development and meet the criteria for foreign high-end talents to be awarded points. It mainly includes:

① Those selected in the domestic talent introduction plan;

(2) meet the internationally recognized standards for recognition of professional achievements;

(3) Foreign talents who meet the needs of market-oriented encouraged positions;

(4) Innovative and entrepreneurial talents;

(5) Outstanding young talents;

⑥ points in more than 85 points.

What kind of benefits can foreign high-end talents (Category A) enjoy?

1. If the acceptance agency has passed the online pre-examination, it will accept the case directly and give the acceptance electronic receipt. Applicants are not required to provide paper materials for verification before entry;

2. For foreign high-end talents selected in the relevant domestic talent program, the whole process can be handled online without submitting paper materials for verification;

3. Foreign High-end Talents in line with Work Classification Standards for Foreigners in China (Category A)

(1) those selected for the relevant domestic talent program;

(2) For those who meet the internationally recognized standards for recognition of professional achievements, the work qualification certificate shall adopt the commitment system;

4. Foreign High-end Talents in line with Work Classification Standards for Foreigners in China (Category A)

(1) those selected for the relevant domestic talent program;

(2) conforming to internationally recognized standards for recognition of professional achievements;

(3) foreign talents who meet the requirements of market-oriented encouraged positions;

(4) For innovative and entrepreneurial talents, the highest degree (educational background) certificate shall adopt the commitment system;

5. Commitment system is adopted for proof of no criminal record;

6. Those who have entered China with other visas or valid residence permits may apply for work permits for foreigners in China;

7. In case of application for work permit for foreigners in China, extension or cancellation of work permit for foreigners in China, the deciding authority shall examine and make a decision within 5 working days.

8. Foreigners can be granted work permits in China for up to 5 years.

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