Published on, Sept. 29 -- September 29, 2025 10:32 PM

China has launched a new visa category called the K-visa to attract young science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) graduates, positioning itself as a welcoming destination while the United States tightens immigration policies. The move comes as Washington recently announced a steep $100,000 annual fee for H-1B visas, which are widely used by American tech firms to recruit skilled foreign workers.

The K-visa allows foreign STEM graduates to enter, reside, and work in China without requiring a job offer, making it particularly appealing to those deterred by the US lottery system and high costs. Immigration experts note that the timing is deliberate, signaling Beijing's ...