Beijing: China is set to introduce its new "K visa" on October 1, 2025, aimed at attracting young foreign professionals in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The K visa will allow eligible individuals to enter, reside, and work in China without requiring a job offer, positioning the country as an alternative to the U.S. H-1B visa, which requires employer sponsorship and involves a lottery system.

The move comes in the wake of a major increase in U.S. H-1B visa fees, which could rise to as much as $100,000 annually under the Trump administration’s proposal. The fee hike has raised concerns among U.S. healthcare organizations, as international medical graduates constitute over 20% of family physicians, often serving in rural and underserved areas. Experts warn that

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