I'll be assigned to work in China for one-year, what kind of visa should I apply for, Business Visa or Employment visa?

Is a Z visa a long-term visa with multiple entries?

Can I apply for a Z visa within China?

Is a medical checkup mandatory for work visa applications and can I take the checkup in my home country or when I enter China?

Do my kids need to take the medical checkup as well?

Our company is going to assign an employee to work in China, his partner will go to China as well. Is a de facto relationship acceptable to apply for a Residence permit in China?

Do I have to attend the interview at the Exit-Entry Bureau (Public Security Bureau) in person? Does my family need to go for the interview as well?

After handing in my passport to the Exit-Entry Bureau (Public Security Bureau), when can I get my passport back?

I'm a young graduate in France and I'm going to take a job in Beijing, but so far I haven't obtained my Bachelor's degree certificate, am I eligible to apply for a work permit and a residence permit in Beijing?

I'm in Beijing with a 3 months valid F visa with single entry, each duration is 30 days, but I need to stay here for another month to do business. Can I extend my visa and change it to multiple-entry in Beijing?

Is there an age limit for an employment license and work permit?