Visa Facilitations Provided by the Shanghai Local Government

Dear Member,
With reference to the letter sent to our Chamber by TOBB, the letter of the Ministry of Trade dated 20.02.2025 and numbered 00106412539 forwarded to our Union states that a, it has been announced by the Shanghai Local Government that additional facilitation will be provided for the "M" category visas currently issued within the scope of visits by foreign businesspeople.
Within the framework of the said new arrangement, it is envisaged that visa facilitation will be provided for the travels of foreign businesspeople, and their spouses and children, who are invited by public institutions, the private sector and foreign-capital companies contributing to Shanghai's international commercial cooperation and activities.
In this context, with the "Special Visa Invitation Letter" issued by the Shanghai Foreign Affairs Office, it will be possible to apply for a multiple-entry "M" category visa valid for five years with a stay of 180 days.
Within the framework of current practice, this invitation letter may only be requested by inviting institutions or companies approved by the local authorities.
Foreign businesspeople holding an invitation letter may apply for a visa at the missions of the People's Republic of China in their countries of residence.
In addition, it is notified that a similar arrangement has also been implemented
by the Jiangsu Local Government.

Kind regards,
Elazığ Chamber of Commerce and Industry