EMPLOYEE TRANSFER
Change Employer Work Permit in Shanghai
Cancellation, new-employer filing and residence status coordination for foreign employees transferring in Shanghai.
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OVERVIEW
A transfer depends on a coordinated timeline between the former employer, new employer and employee. We map the resignation, cancellation, new filing and residence deadlines first.
For Shanghai employers onboarding a foreign candidate already employed in China.
WHAT HR RECEIVES
Cancellation and transfer route
New-employer document preparation and filing
Residence status continuity planning
FAQ
01Does the former employer need to cancel the permit?＋
In most cases the former employer must support the cancellation or provide departure documents. The exact steps depend on the permit status.
02Can the candidate work during the transfer?＋
That depends on the employee’s active authorization. The new employer should complete a compliance check before the start date.