Many people mistakenly believe that without an educational background, they  cannot apply for a work visa in China. In fact, this is not the case. Today, the  Shaanxi Foreigners Service Platform will provide a detailed introduction to  several ways to apply for a Chinese work visa without the need for academic  qualifications.

1.Corporate work visa

Establish a company independently within the territory of China and serve  as the legal representative of the company, and apply for a work visa in the  capacity of a legal person. At present, the threshold for company registration  is relatively low. There is no need to actually pay in the registered capital.  The office address can be a low-cost or free place within the incubator, and the  cost of handling the registration procedures is also relatively low. After the  company registration is completed, it is necessary to activate the qualification  for hiring foreigners for it, then apply for a work permit notice, and  subsequently handle a work visa. It is necessary to ensure that the company  operates in accordance with laws and regulations to prevent any adverse impact  on visa applications due to abnormal business conditions.

2.The points system or high salary can be used as a substitute

①Points system: According to the "Classification Standards for Foreigners  Working in China", if the points reach category A (85 points) or Category B (60  points), the comprehensive score can be used to replace the educational  qualification requirements. The points factors include salary level, work  experience, Chinese language proficiency, age, etc. For instance, talents with  an annual salary exceeding one million can be classified as Class A talents.  Everyone can conduct a self-assessment in advance on relevant websites to see  how many points they can accumulate.

②High salary policy: In some cities (such as Shanghai), foreign nationals  without a bachelor's degree but with a monthly salary of four times the local  average salary (for example, 34,000 yuan in Shanghai) are allowed to apply for  work visas. When applying, you need to provide salary statements and tax payment  certificates. During the renewal process, the individual income tax payment  status will also be verified.

If you meet the standards of scientists, international entrepreneurs, and  talents with special skills that China urgently needs, you can apply for A Class  A work permit, which is exempted from the restrictions on education and age.  However, it is necessary to provide materials such as international awards,  patents, and industry recommendation letters that can prove professional  capabilities.

3.Other matters needing attention

①Policies vary from city to city. First-tier cities like Beijing and  Shanghai have a higher acceptance of points or high-salary approaches, while  other cities may have stricter requirements. It is recommended to give priority  to applying in regions with more lenient policies.

②Even if one has no academic qualifications, they still need to provide  materials such as a certificate of no criminal record, a physical examination  report, work experience certificates (such as recommendation letters,  professional qualification certificates), and labor contracts when applying.

③When choosing the self-employment business model, it is essential to  ensure that the company operates in compliance with regulations to avoid  rejection due to abnormal business operations or tax issues. At the same time,  be vigilant against some agencies that claim "100% visa approval" and carefully  verify their qualifications.

　Those without academic qualifications can apply for work visas through the  above-mentioned flexible channels. If one plans to develop in China for a long  time, self-employment and entrepreneurship can be a mainstream choice. If one  has a high income or special skills, they can try the points system or the  high-salary talent channel. It is recommended to consult a professional  institution in advance and customize a suitable plan to reduce the application  risk. We wish the applicant a successful visa application and a new chapter in  their career development in China.