Other Briefings
China Expands Unilateral Visa-Free Policy to 9 Additional Countries Including Japan, Extends Stay to 30 Days
China has expanded its unilateral visa-free policy to include a total of 38 countries, accommodating more entry purposes and extending the stay duration to 30 days.
China Public Holiday 2025 Schedule
China’s Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holiday in 2025 will run from October 1 to October 8 (eight rest days in total), with adjusted working days on September 28 (Sunday) and October 11 (Saturday).
An Introduction to Doing Business in China 2024/25 for Polish Companies – New Publication Out Now
This business guide is designed to support Polish businesses in their first steps towards implementing their China strategy. It offers the latest updates on doing business in China and insights into the Sino-Polish relationship.
Transit Visa Exemptions in China: 24-Hour, 72-Hour, and 144-Hour Options
Foreign travelers have several options for transit visa exemptions when traveling through China between two different countries, including 24, 72, or 144 hour transit visa exemptions.
SPC Interpretation: Tort Liability Compensation in Labor Relations and Dispatches
China’s Supreme People’s Court (SPC) has issued a judicial interpretation, which clarifies the tort liability compensation in labor relations and dispatches, among others.
Zhejiang Province Extends Marriage Leave to 13 Days
Amid Zhejiang’s recent extension of marriage leave from 3 days to 13 days, we provide a comprehensive table of marriage leave policies across China’s major provinces.
2024 China National Day Holiday Guide: Rest Days, Work Schedule, and Overtime Pay
The 2024 China National Day holiday is just around the corner. This article outlines the official holiday and work adjustment schedule released by the Chinese government, as well as the guidelines for salary payments and overtime pay during this period.
Reducing Labor Costs in China with a Sustainable Workforce Structure
Optimizing labor costs sustainably in China involves adopting flexible employment practices, adapting to economic challenges, and implementing effective compensation structures.
