Residence Registration Immediately after Entry into China

Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China
2024-04-24

(I) For foreigners staying in a  hotel, residence registration can be handled by the hotel.

Foreigners can register residence  by presenting a valid passport or other  international travel documents to the  hotel reception.

(II) Foreigners who stay elsewhere need to register residence at the local  police station within 24 hours upon arrival.

Foreigners can register residence at the local police station by presenting a valid passport or other international travel documents, along with the rental contract or property ownership certificate.


Attachment