Shanghai Free Trade Zone has recently worked out a cooperation memorandum to provide more convenient services for foreign companies.

The memorandum involves Foreign Affairs Office of Shanghai Municipal People’s Government, Shanghai Entry-Exit Inspection and Quarantine Bureau, Shanghai Municipal Public Security Bureau, and Shanghai Free Trade Zone Administration.

With relevant documents ready, foreigners in the zone can now enjoy the one-stop service for foreign company registration, two-to-five years application of foreigner’ residence permit, identification of foreigners of Chinese origin, green channel of healthcare service and permanent residence permit for high-level management professionals.

In line with the direction of the State Council and Shanghai Municipal Government, the FTZ will provide better service and policies to companies in the zone and attract more international talents to work in Shanghai.