*This is not a legal document. The explanations and definitions are not legal definitions. In case of a discrepancy between the language in this document and the relevant legislation or regulations, the legal text in the legislation and regulations prevails.

*All the documents should be submitted to the Office of International Cooperation and Exchanges 45 days before the expiry of the applicant's work permit/residence permit (either of which comes early).

Documents Checklist：Please send color scans of the original documents (in JPG or PDF form, no more than 1M for each file) to nnuwaizhuanke@163.com

1. Application Form for Extending the Foreigner's Work Permit (see annex I)

· The name should be exactly the same as it appears on the passport.

· The form should be filled out in Chinese, except for the name.

2. Employment Contract (see annex II)

· The contract in Chinese shall be provided, the Applicant shall sign on it and affix with the employer’s official seal.

· Note: Employment contract shall include the essential content such as working place, job description, pay, working period in China, position and the seal (signature) page.

3. Passport

· The applicant shall submit a clear scanned copy of his/her private passport with validity no later than 6 months. If the validity of the current passport does not meet the requirement, please apply for a new passport before submitting the application.

4. Valid Visa or Residence Permit

· Visa page, latest entry signature page, or the information page of the residence permit of the passport (or of the international travel certificate)

· Please select an appropriate time to take the physical examination as the result is valid for only 6 months.

· Note: If the applicant has to wear a hat or headscarf for religious reasons, make sure it does not cover the entire face.

5. Hard copy of the Work Permit

Note: All non-Chinese certification materials submitted shall be translated in Chinese. The translation should be verified and sealed by the school or department at Nanjing Normal University.