🇨🇳 China · Extraordinary Talent
High-End Talent Visa (R Visa) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| University degree | Required |
| Education | masters |
| Criminal record | Clean record / police clearance |
| Medical exam | Required |
| Age range | 18–None |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €28 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 60 months.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://fwp.safea.gov.cn/.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
University degree
https://fwp.safea.gov.cn/ · verified 2026-06-21
Education
https://fwp.safea.gov.cn/ · verified 2026-06-21
Criminal record
https://fwp.safea.gov.cn/ · verified 2026-06-21
Medical exam
https://fwp.safea.gov.cn/ · verified 2026-06-21
Age range
https://fwp.safea.gov.cn/ · verified 2026-06-21
Application fee
https://fwp.safea.gov.cn/ · verified 2026-06-21
Open to all nationalities
https://fwp.safea.gov.cn/ · verified 2026-06-21
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-21.