Business Visa (M) via own company
Business Visa (M) via own company is a residence route in China (Entrepreneur). Multiple-entry M visa for commercial visits (stays typically 30–90 days per entry); living in China requires Z/work permit through a WFOE. Swiss/EU citizens enjoy 30-day visa-free entry (extended to 2026). Visa fees ~CNY 2,700.
Entrepreneur and startup residence routes →Requirements at a glance
There is no minimum stay to keep the permit.
How holders are taxed
Short stays: generally non-resident; China-source income only.
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Category | Entrepreneur |
|---|---|
| Investment | — |
| Fees (family) | CHF 300 |
| Income / yr | — |
| Assets | — |
| Min. stay | 0 |
| PR | — |
| Citizenship | — |
| Work | ownBusiness |
| Eligible | all |
| Tax | Short stays: generally non-resident; China-source income only. |
| As of | 2026-10 |
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