Points & Category
China Work Permit Points and A/B/C Categories
For applicants and employers assessing how points, A/B/C categories, degree, experience, age and salary affect a Guangzhou work permit route.
For: Foreign applicants and HR teams assessing category and feasibility
Key points to confirm first
- Points are not everything Points are one route; role, degree, experience and route still matter
- Common variables Degree, years of experience, age, salary, Chinese ability, shortage roles and honors
- Assess first Do not rely only on online score tables without reviewing evidence
Typical sequence
- Collect profile details Confirm degree, experience, age, salary, role and application goal.
- Estimate points and category Review likely A/B/C category or another possible route.
- Check supporting evidence The claimed score or category must be supported by documents.
- Choose the practical route Select the route that best fits the employer and applicant evidence.
Do not ask only whether the score reaches 60
Points are common, but the actual route can also depend on role, employer status, documents and category-specific criteria.
Every point needs evidence
Degree, experience, salary, certificates and honors need supporting documents; verbal information is not enough for filing.
Category affects strategy
A, B and C categories can lead to different evidence priorities, so early assessment helps avoid the wrong route.
Useful first-message details
- Current location and expected filing location
- Existing visa, residence permit, work permit or invitation status
- Target start date, expiry date, visit date or family-arrival plan
Common questions
Is a score below 60 always impossible?
No. Other criteria, role fit and documents may still be relevant.
Does a master's degree guarantee approval?
No. Degree helps, but experience, role, age, salary and employer status still matter.
Can I do a points self-check first?
Yes, but self-checking is only preliminary. Documents and route should still be reviewed.
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