Expatriate Services

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Relocating foreign staff to China involves work permits, residence permits, and practical relocation steps. Qihui advises on eligibility and supports the application process so your team can start on time and settle in with minimal friction.

What We Help With

Practical, end-to-end support for expatriate services

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Eligibility Advisory

Assessment of work-permit eligibility for your roles and candidates.

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Document Guidance

Guidance on preparing and authenticating the required documents.

Application Support

Support through the work-permit and residence-permit applications.

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Relocation

Practical relocation and onboarding guidance for arriving staff.

How It Works

A clear, low-friction process from first call to launch

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Free Consultation

Tell us your goals and current situation. We assess what you need and recommend the right approach — no obligation.

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Tailored Plan & Quote

You receive a clear, itemized plan and fixed-fee quote, usually within 2 business hours.

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We Execute & Guide

Our team does the heavy lifting and keeps you updated at every stage, in plain English.

Ongoing
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Ongoing Support

We stay on as your advisory partner for compliance, reporting, and growth.

Ongoing

Why Foreign Companies Choose Us

A boutique alternative to large firms — senior expertise, direct

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Work With a Senior Specialist

You deal with an experienced specialist from day one — not a rotating cast of junior associates.

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English-Speaking, Shanghai-Based

Fluent English and a real Shanghai office. We handle the Chinese-language bureaucracy so you don't have to.

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Fixed-Fee, No Surprises

Every engagement starts with a clear, itemized quote. No hidden charges, no scope creep.

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Honest Advice

If something isn't the right fit for you, we'll say so. We build long-term relationships, not one-off sales.

Frequently Asked Questions

Straight answers to what foreign founders ask us most

Can you help my foreign employees get work permits?

We advise on eligibility and support the work-permit and residence-permit application process. Final approvals are issued by the relevant Chinese authorities.

How long does a work permit take?

It varies by role, city, and the candidate's qualifications. We give you a realistic timeline up front and flag anything that could affect eligibility.

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