Chinese permanent residency, also known as the "China Green Card," is an official certification granting foreign individuals the right to long-term and stable residence in China. For foreign nationals who reside, work, or invest in China for an extended period, obtaining this status not only signifies an honor but also brings many conveniences. However, age serves as a factor in different types of permanent residency applications, and the specific criteria vary.
中国永久居留权，亦被形象地称为“中国五星卡”，它是赋予外国人在华长期、稳定居留的官方认证。对于在华长期居住、工作或进行投资的外籍人士来说，获取这一身份不仅意味着荣誉，更带来诸多便利。而在不同类型的永居申请中，年龄作为一个考量因素，其具体标准各有差异。
1.Permanent residency for marriage reunification
一、婚姻团聚类永居
For foreign individuals who establish a connection with China through marriage and wish to obtain permanent residency, age is usually not the primary consideration. As long as they are married to a Chinese citizen or a foreign individual with permanent residency in China and maintain the relationship for more than five years, with a minimum of nine months of residence in China each year, and meet the relevant provisions of the Marriage Law, age will not be an obstacle in the application process.
对于因婚姻与中国结缘并希望获得永居的外国人，年龄通常不是主要考量。只要与中国公民或已获永居资格的外国人缔结婚姻，并维持该关系五年以上，期间每年在华居住不少于九个月，且符合婚姻法的相关规定，年龄并不会成为障碍。
2. Permanent residency for accompanying children
二、子女随迁类永居
If one or both parents are Chinese citizens or permanent residents, children who are under 18 years old and unmarried, even if they hold foreign nationality, are eligible to apply for permanent residency.
若父母一方或双方为中国公民或永居者，子女在未满18周岁且未婚的情况下，即使拥有外国国籍，也有资格申请永居。
3.Permanent residency for family reunion
三、亲属投靠类永居
For foreign individuals who have no immediate family members residing in China and wish to join their immediate family members in China, if they are 60 years old or above, have resided continuously in China for at least five years, meet the annual residence requirements, and have stable financial support and accommodation, they are eligible to apply for permanent residency.
对于在境外无直系亲属、希望投靠境内直系亲属的外国人，若年满60周岁、在华连续居留满五年、每年在华居留时间满足要求，并有稳定的生活保障和住所，则可申请永居。
4. Work related permanent residency
四、工作类永居
For employment-based permanent residency applications, although there is no specific age limit, considering the ability to work and adapt, applicants are generally required to have relevant professional skills and experience. In certain specific industries or positions, such as Class B professionals, age may be part of the evaluation, and older applicants may face more challenges.
对于工作类永居申请，虽无明确的年龄上限，但考虑到工作能力与适应能力，通常要求申请者具备相应的专业技能和经验。在某些特定行业或职位中，如B类专业人才，年龄可能会成为评估的一部分，年龄较大的申请者可能会面临更多挑战。
5. Investment oriented permanent residences
五、投资类永居
In investment-based permanent residency applications, age factor is relatively flexible. As long as the investment amount and other relevant conditions are met, age is not a decisive factor. However, considering the investment returns and the practicality of long-term living in China, some applicants may choose to apply at a younger age.
在投资类永居申请中，年龄因素相对较为宽松。只要满足投资金额和其他相关条件，年龄并不是决定性的因素。然而，考虑到投资回报和长期在华生活的实际情况，部分申请者可能会选择在较为年轻的时候申请。
6.Permanent residency for special talents
六、特殊人才类永居
For foreign nationals who have made outstanding contributions or possess special talents in fields such as science, education, and culture, age is usually not the main factor restricting their permanent residency application. As long as they can demonstrate their outstanding performance in the relevant field and meet other requirements, they are eligible to apply for permanent residency in China.
对于在科学、教育、文化等领域具有突出贡献或特殊才能的外籍人士，年龄通常不是限制其申请永居的主要因素。只要能够证明自己在相关领域的杰出表现，并满足其他条件，便可申请中国永居。
In general, foreign nationals of different age groups can find suitable types of permanent residency applications. However, the process of applying for permanent residency in China is complex and requires a multitude of documents, making professional assistance particularly important. SFBC has an experienced bilingual team of legal experts and is your best partner in the process of applying for permanent residency in China. If you have any questions, please feel free to search SFBC for consultation.
总的来说，不同年龄段的外籍人士都可以找到适合自己的永居申请类型。然而，申请中国永居的流程繁琐且资料众多，因此寻求专业帮助尤为重要。SFBC拥有一支经验丰富的双语文案团队，是您在申请中国永居过程中的最佳合作伙伴。如有任何疑问，欢迎搜索SFBC进行咨询。
