https://legal.excellentwiki.com/china/immigration-law/ Recent content in immigration law on ExcellentWiki - Legal Encyclopedia Hugo en-US Mon, 06 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://legal.excellentwiki.com/china/immigration-law/chinese-immigration-law/ Mon, 06 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://legal.excellentwiki.com/china/immigration-law/chinese-immigration-law/ <h2 id="the-exit-and-entry-administration-law">The Exit and Entry Administration Law</h2> <p>The Exit and Entry Administration Law of the People&rsquo;s Republic of China, adopted on 30 June 2012 and effective on 1 July 2013, replaced the 1985 Law on the Entry and Exit of Aliens and the 1985 Law on the Entry and Exit of Citizens as the primary legislation governing the entry into and exit from Chinese territory. The 2012 Law introduced significant reforms, including the establishment of a more comprehensive visa categorisation system, the introduction of residence permits as a distinct legal status, enhanced provisions for the protection of the rights and interests of foreign nationals, and stricter penalties for illegal immigration and overstaying. The Law is supplemented by implementing regulations, including the Regulations on the Administration of the Entry and Exit of Foreigners and the Rules for the Implementation of the Exit and Entry Administration Law.</p>