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Spiderman Too · Posted: Sat Jan 28, 2006 6:00 pm Post subject:

HFG

It may well be that jeffinflorida�s latest utterance is correct, but based on his track record, I wouldn�t rely on his advice under any circumstances.

And Mytime, was your old style �Z� visa multiple entry? Apparently it was quite common (under the old system) for employers in Guangdong to obtain a multiple entry visa for F.T.s at the same time that they obtained the old booklet type F.R.P.s.

Mytime · Joined: 17 Jan 2006 Posts: 173

Yes, my Z visa was 1yr. multiple entry.

Spiderman Too · Posted: Sun Jan 29, 2006 4:58 am Post subject:

Roger · Joined: 19 Jan 2003 Posts: 9138

I don't believemy previous post was misleading; I take it that Spiderman crossed the border with a valid visa that was good for a single entry; leaving the country AUTOMATICALLY invalidates a single-entry visas, no matter how much time is left on it.

It goes without saying that you can buy a new visa abroad; the OP didn't say his visa was a single-entry one, so I answered he must cancel it, ASSUMING THAT HE HAD A MULTIPLE-ENTRY VISA. If that's not the case, then, yes, I would stand corrected.

But that's why I added the adjective 'concurrent'.

And if you, SPiderman, left China on a multiple-entry visa and bought a new visa abroad I would wonder why you didn't return on the old visa and save the trouble and outlays in purchasing a new visa?

This is, of course, still a transition time with many not quite experienced enough in using their residence permits; they don't specify that you are allowed to exit and reenter China, but let's say to all and sundry: your residence permit takes care of a multiple-entry visa. You can go to Hong Kong or abroad any time, and return so long as your permit is still valid (check the expiry date).

Spiderman Too · Posted: Sun Jan 29, 2006 7:40 am Post subject:

HunanForeignGuy · Joined: 05 Jan 2006 Posts: 989 Location: Shanghai, PRC

Mr. Kalgukshi · Posted: Mon Jan 30, 2006 6:43 am Post subject: Locked

I just deleted some postings for being offensive and personally insulting. This thread is now locked for a period of deep breathing for those who need it. When it is unlocked, please stay on topic and away from the offensive and insulting comments. If they continue, those responsible will be held accountable.

Mr. Kalgukshi · Posted: Tue Jan 31, 2006 1:50 am Post subject: Un

Unlocked.

Let's all work hard to keep it so.

WYSIWYG · Posted: Tue Feb 21, 2006 10:00 am Post subject:

I have a silimlar situation. Finished my contract and have yet to find another position. My Z and FEC expire in 10 days. I'm planning to fly down to HK and app for an F, as I've learned that a Z cannot be changed within the country. Think I'll run into any issues?

Thanks in advance.

W

jeffinflorida · Posted: Tue Feb 21, 2006 12:31 pm Post subject:

Have you tried to have you Z visa extended for another period of time at PSB? WYSIWYG ?

Just a thought and if you did did they flat out say no?

WYSIWYG · Posted: Tue Feb 21, 2006 2:23 pm Post subject:

jeffinflorida · Posted: Tue Feb 21, 2006 11:28 pm Post subject:

WYSIWYG · Posted: Wed Feb 22, 2006 11:45 am Post subject:

Girlfriend and I went to the PSB today. I was told that a 30-day entension on the Visa isn't a problem. I didn't have my release letter from my employer with me, so have to go back to pick up the extension. I'll post the results after.

Thanks again for the tip.

HunanForeignGuy · Joined: 05 Jan 2006 Posts: 989 Location: Shanghai, PRC

therock · Joined: 31 Jul 2005 Posts: 1266 Location: China