International students planning to study in China must apply for a student visa (X1 or X2 type) at the Chinese Embassy or Consulate in their country of nationality or residence. To apply, you will need documents issued by ECUST, including:
Admission Notice
Visa Application Form for Study in China (JW202/JW201)
Any other documents required by the Chinese Embassy or Consulate
Usually issued to students planning to study in China for more than 180 days (long-term study).
Usually issued to students planning to study in China for less than 180 days (short-term study).
For a list of Chinese diplomatic missions overseas and their contact details, please visit the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China website: http://www.fmprc.gov.cn/web/.
For International Students Arriving in China with New Visas
Please carefully check your visa type and read the following instructions:
X1 Visa:
Students holding an X1 visa must apply for a Residence Permit within 30 days of entering China. The following materials include:
* Admission Letter and JW201/JW202 Form
* Original passport and a copy, including:
* First page
* Visa page or current valid residence certificate page
* Last entry airport seal page
* One 2-inch photo with white background (and electronic version)
* Completed Foreigner Visa Certificate Application Form
* Official visa letter with the seal of the College
* Registration Form of Temporary Accommodation issued by the local police station
* Verification Certificate of Physical Examination Records for Overseas Personnel (for freshmen entering China for the first time)
The College of International Education (CIE) provides guidance for students to complete their physical examination or verify existing medical reports (issued within the last 6 months) at designated hospitals in Shanghai.
Please note: The residence permit process typically takes about one month. Therefore, you must plan your travel carefully and register on the designated date specified in your Admission Notice. Early arrival is not recommended, as your visa might expire before the rX2 Visa:
The number of entries allowed and the permitted duration of each stay (in days after each entry) are clearly stated on your visa. Students must be aware of their visa expiration date and register on the designated date stated in the Admission Notice.
2. For International Students Already Residing in China
Please check your visa type and the following requirements carefully:
Residence Permit:
Ensure there are at least 7 days remaining on your residence permit validity at the date of registration. After registration, you must apply for a new residence permit for study.
Other Visa Types:
Ensure there are at least 15 days remaining on your current visa’s duration of stay at registration. After registration, you must apply for a residence permit or change your visa to a study-purpose visa.
Stay Permit:
You cannot apply for a new visa or residence permit inside China with a stay permit visa. You must exit China and apply for a new study-purpose visa at a Chinese Embassy or Consulate abroad. Then, re-enter China and register with the new visa.
According to the Exit and Entry Administration Law of the People’s Republic of China, Regulations of the People’s Republic of China on the Administration of the Entry and Exit of Foreigners, Regulations on the Administration of Students in Regular Institutions of Higher Education, Administrative Measures for the Recruitment and Cultivation of International Students by Schools, and other related regulations:
Foreigners holding study-type residence permits who need to participate in internships outside the university must first obtain consent from the school. Afterward, they must apply to the exit-entry administration department of the public security bureau for an endorsement on their residence permit, specifying the internship location, period, and related details.
Failure to obtain this endorsement will be considered illegal employment and may result in penalties.
1. After receiving the internship offer from the internship unit, the international student should:
* Fill out the International Student Internship Application Form (graduate students must also obtain consent from their supervisors).
* Contact the internship unit to get the Certificate of International Student Off-campus Internship Situation issued.
* Download and complete the Certificate of International Student Off-campus Internship in advance.
* Submit all the above materials to the School of International Education for review.
2. Once approved, the School of International Education will:
* Stamp the Certificate of International Student Off-campus Internship.
* Issue the Application Letter for Certificate Issuance for International Students in Shanghai.
3. The student must then personally take all required documents to the Shanghai Municipal Public Security Bureau Exit-Entry Administration Bureau to apply for the internship endorsement on their residence permit.
* All related fees are the responsibility of the student.
* Passport
* Valid Registration Form of Temporary Residence for Overseas Personnel
* Certificate of International Student Off-campus Internship Situation issued by the internship unit
* Stamped Certificate of International Student Off-campus Internship
* Application Letter for Certificate Issuance for International Students in Shanghai
