China is introducing a new visa category, the ‘K Visa,’ within its updated foreign entry and exit regulations. This visa will be available starting October 1, 2025, and is designed to attract young, highly skilled professionals, particularly those with expertise in STEM fields. The K Visa aims to offer more flexibility in comparison to similar visa programs, offering a potential alternative to the U.S. H-1B visa.
The introduction of the K Visa comes at a time when the US has increased the cost of its H-1B visa program. This move has created a reassessment of opportunities for foreign workers, particularly those of Indian origin, and China’s K Visa is seen as an attractive alternative.