Criminal Background Check
FBI and state-level background checks are both used, but the correct report depends on the employer and application city.
China employment document preparation
China Work Permit & Visa Document Services
Moving to China for work? Hive helps prepare and legalize the documents commonly required before your employer begins the China work permit and visa process.
Hive does not issue visas or work permits. Requirements can vary by employer, city, document origin, and applicant circumstances, so the employer's instructions should be confirmed before processing begins.
Typical Documents Required
The documents below are among the most commonly requested. Your employer, application city, and individual circumstances determine the final requirements.
Degree Apostille
Employers commonly request an Apostille for the degree when it was issued in a Hague Convention country.
Teaching Qualification
A TEFL, TESOL, CELTA, or another teaching qualification may be requested where applicable.
Marriage Certificate Apostille
A spouse joining the applicant may need a legalized marriage certificate for the employer-led process.
Birth Certificate Apostille
Dependent children may need legalized birth certificates showing the relationship to the applicant.
Choosing the Correct Background Check
Selecting the correct background check is one of Hive's consultation services. Some employers or cities accept a state-level police check, while others request a national report such as an FBI Identity History Summary.
The right recommendation depends on the employer, application city, applicant nationality and location, and current local requirements. An FBI report should not be treated as universally required.
Confirm the requirement before spending time and money obtaining a report you may not actually need. Hive recommends only the document that satisfies the requirements known at the time of consultation.
How Hive Assesses Your Situation
Hive does not begin a consultation by selling services. We first establish what your employer and application location are likely to require.
Only after understanding the relevant factors do we recommend the minimum documents necessary for the requirements confirmed at that time.
- Destination city
- Employer requirements
- Applicant nationality
- Current location
- Document origin
- Existing documents
- Deadlines
Common Questions We Help Answer
A useful consultation starts with the applicant's actual job, employer instructions, document history, location, and deadline.
Which background check do I need?
Does my degree need an Apostille?
What if my passport and degree names do not match?
How can I prepare documents while already living overseas?
What should I do if my employer gave incomplete instructions?
Which documents should I prioritize if I have a tight deadline?
Can I prepare my documents before accepting a job?
Some documents can be prepared in advance, but requirements vary. Confirm employer requirements before processing expensive documents that may not ultimately be required.
From Job Offer to Employer Handoff
This sequence shows where Hive's document-preparation role begins and where the employer-led application continues.
Step 1
Receive Job Offer
Begin with a confirmed role and an employer or HR contact who can verify local requirements.
Step 2
Confirm Employer Requirements
Confirm the document list, application city, issuing countries, name details, and deadline before ordering services.
Step 3
Prepare Required Documents
Hive helps identify and prepare the background checks, qualifications, and family documents that apply to the case.
Step 4
Obtain Apostilles
Where required, Hive coordinates notarization and Apostilles based on where each document was issued.
Step 5
Send Documents to Employer
The completed documents are returned for delivery to the employer or its appointed representative in China.
Step 6
Employer Continues China Work Permit / Visa Process
The employer and relevant authorities continue the work permit and visa application. Hive does not issue or obtain either approval.
Why Clients Choose Hive
Practical document support should reduce uncertainty, not add unnecessary services.
- Honest recommendations
- Only necessary services recommended
- Clear explanations of why requirements vary
- Experience supporting recruiters, HR teams, and international schools
- Support for applicants already living overseas
Confirm Before You Process
Share your job location, employer instructions, documents, and deadline. Hive will help identify what should be prepared before you spend time or money on the wrong process.