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- November 16, 2016
Inviting Foreigners to China and Applying for Approval
I. Foreigners may visit China by filing an application with the Chinese embassy or consulate stationed abroad in the following ways:
- November 16, 2016
Application Procedures for Temporary Accommodation of Foreigners in China
For lodging at guest house, hotel, inn, hostel, school or other enterprises and institutions or at government institutions or organs, foreigners shall present valid passports or residence certificates and fill in registration forms of temporary accommodation. They shall present travel permits when seeking accommodation in areas closed to foreigners.
- November 16, 2016
Application for Residence Permits
Foreigners should apply for residence permits at the local exit-and-entry department of the public security bureau.
- November 16, 2016
Application Procedures for the Residence Permit for Aliens
Aliens' residence permits are classified into two types: aliens' residence permits and aliens' temporary residence permits.Aliens' residence permits are issued to those who stay in China for one year or more.
- November 16, 2016
Measures for the Administration of Examination and Approval of Aliens’ Permanent Residence in China
With a view to standardizing the examination and approval of aliens’ permanent residence in China, these regulations are formulated in accordance with the Law of the People’s Republic of China on the Entry and Exit of Aliens and the relevant provisions for its implementation
- November 16, 2016
Points to be Noticed for Aliens Holding the Residence Permit
The following points shall be noticed by aliens holding the Residence Permit:
- November 16, 2016
Application Procedures for Aliens' Temporary Accommodation in China
For lodging at guesthouse, hotel, inn, hostel, school or other enterprises and institutions or at government organs or other Chinese organizations, aliens shall present valid passports or residence certificates and fill in registration forms of temporary accommodation.
- November 16, 2016
The Move-in and Move-out Registration Procedures for Aliens Holding the Residence Permit
The holder of an alien's residence permit who wishes to move out of the city or county of residence shall, before moving, register the move with the public security bureau at the original place of residence.
