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China's new K visa beckons foreign tech talent as US hikes H-1B fee

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China's K visa targets young STEM graduates without job offer requirement
New $100,000 fee for US H-1B visa prompts search for alternatives
K visa faces hurdles: language barriers, vague requirements, limited citizenship options

BEIJING, Sept 29 (Reuters) - China's new visa programme aimed at attracting foreign tech talent kicks off this week, a move seen boosting Beijing's fortunes in its geopolitical rivalry with Washington as a new U.S. visa policy prompts would-be applicants to scramble for alternatives.
While China has no shortage of skilled local engineers, the programme is part of an effort by Beijing to portray itself as a country welcoming foreign investment and talent, as rising trade tensions due to U.S. tariffs cloud the country's economic outlook.

China to launch new type of visa for young science, technology professionals

According to the decision, China will add a K visa to its ordinary visa categories, available to eligible young science and technology professionals.

Applicants for this visa must meet the qualifications and requirements set by relevant Chinese authorities and submit supporting documentation.

The new rules will take effect on Oct. 1.

Compared with the existing 12 ordinary visa types, K visas will offer more convenience to holders in terms of number of permitted entries, validity period and duration of stay, according to a press conference held by relevant authorities on Thursday.

After entering China, K visa holders can engage in exchanges in fields such as education, culture, and science and technology, as well as relevant entrepreneurial and business activities.

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