What information are required for foreigners in Changsha to apply for extension or renewal of R (talent) visa?

Answer: (1) Use a black ink pen to fill in the "Foreigner Visa Document Application Form", paste a recent 2-inch front-view bareheaded photo with a white background, and have the signatures of the applicant and the foreign affairs officer of the inviting unit.

(2) Valid passport or other international travel documents (basic information page, valid visa document page, entry stamp page).

(3) An official letter from the inviting unit in Changsha City with the official seal. The content should include: 1. Basic information of the inviting unit and applicant; 2. Reasons for application: including activities in China, duration of stay in China, and entry and exit itinerary; 3. Guarantee of living expenses and compliance with Chinese laws during the period in China; invitation Information about the unit’s foreign affairs officer.

(4) "Foreigner Accommodation Registration Form" registered at the police station of the actual place of accommodation in Changsha or at a hotel or hotel connected with the immigration administration department.

(5) Identity card of the foreign affairs officer of the inviting unit (contact information should be noted on the copy).

(6) The organization code certificate and legal registration certificate of the inviting unit in Changsha City. Depending on the nature of the unit, a copy of the annual inspection of the business license, the registration certificate of the permanent representative office of foreign (regional) enterprises, Legal person certificate of public institutions, etc. If the inviting unit is a government agency, a diplomatic or consular agency in China, or a public university, medium or small school, it is exempted from submitting a legal registration certificate.

(7) Those who enter the country without an R visa and apply for a replacement R visa should also submit certification materials that meet the conditions and requirements for the introduction of high-level foreign talents and urgently needed specialized talents determined by the competent authorities of the Chinese government.

(8) Other application materials deemed necessary by the public security organ.