For those planning to Teach in China in the coming week and months, there are a number of things that must be considered
before your position can commence. Network ESL will take you through these step by step.
All Visa information for China can be viewed at:
http://www.networkesl.com/english/web/51_93.html
One of the most important things that must be addressed before you can begin teaching abroad is obtaining your Z Visa that
allows you to both live and work in China for the duration of your
In order to teach in China on a long term (more than six months), full time contract you will need to acquire a Z Visa (“Work
Visa”).
http://www.networkesl.com/english/web/51_94_158.html
Visas should be applied for at least one month before the intended date of entry to China, but no more than three months prior
to the trip. The purpose of the Z Visa is to allow foreign nationals to work in China for up to one year and also provide a way for his or her accompanying family members to enter the country.