China standardises approval criteria for mainland residents settling in Hong Kong or Macau
China Unveils Unified Four-Category Approval Scheme for Mainland Residents Settling in Hong Kong and Macau
China sets unified approval rules for mainland residents seeking permanent settlement in Hong Kong and Macau
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Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport forecasts 9 million summer travellers and adds new nonstop flights to Kuala Lumpur and Ho Chi Minh City
Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport expects 9 million passengers over the July–August peak and will gain new Xiamen Airlines nonstops to Kuala Lumpur and Ho Chi Minh City, reflecting strong demand unlocked by China’s 30-day visa-free policy for many ASEAN nations. The additional capacity gives businesses in the Yangtze River Delta faster links to Southeast Asia and eases pressure on Shanghai’s airports.
Chinese Embassy in Sweden to Halt Consular Services 3–5 July, Affecting Visa and Passport Applicants
China’s embassy in Stockholm will close its consular desk on 3 July 2026 and resume service on 6 July, potentially delaying visa issuance and other documents. Travellers and employers should reschedule appointments and allow extra lead time for urgent China-bound trips.
Greece Re-opens Beijing Visa Application Centers, Streamlining Schengen Access for Chinese Travelers
Greece’s embassy in Beijing has re-activated six outsourced Visa Application Centers, reinstating the pre-pandemic process for Schengen visas. Faster appointments, passport courier options and priority handling for urgent travel will shorten lead-times for Chinese business and leisure travellers heading to Europe, easing corporate mobility planning.
Shenzhen Issues Public Notice to Foreigner for Failing to Report Change of Residence Status
Shenzhen police have publicly listed an expatriate who failed to update his residence permit after his work authorisation was cancelled, giving him ten days to comply or face invalidation. The enforcement action highlights China’s strict ten-day reporting rule and serves as a compliance warning for employers managing foreign talent.