Trailing Partner (Unmarried)

Member since 20 September 2017

Holpops1Member30 January 2018 15:50:12

If i were to follow my partner to Shanghai and we were not married, would he be able to sponsor me so that i could have residency for a year or do i need a z visa and a legal work permit in my own right?

Thanks

SharolG Member

Member since 12 January 2018

SharolGMember30 January 2018 20:48:28

That's going to be extremely difficult. It would be better if your partner has a company or organization that will sponsor you or "hire" you. I've known people who got married specifically for this reason.

VANNROX China expert

Member since 12 August 2017

VANNROXChina expert01 February 2018 10:19:30

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No.

I am sorry for being so blunt, but China is a traditional conservative nation. You will not be considered anything unless you are married.

Your best bet is to apply for visitor visas and renew as often as you are permitted to.