A guide to using immigration service hotline 12367

The hotline 12367 provides 24/7 multilingual support in Chinese, English, Russian, Japanese, and Korean, ensuring effective communication for non-Chinese speakers.

How to apply for a residence permit for domestic workers

This guide provides a step-by-step breakdown of the application process for a residence permit for domestic workers in Shanghai.

Visa extension, replacement and reissuance

This guide is for foreign nationals applying to have their ordinary visas extended, replaced, or reissued after entering China.

Tax service assistance at your fingertips

Help is being offered in nine languages — English, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Portuguese, and Arabic.

Applying for a Chinese visa

Depending on your nationality, purpose of travel, and length of stay, you may need a Chinese visa to come to Shanghai.

How to apply for permanent residence

Those who have made remarkable contributions to China's economic and social development or meet other conditions may apply for permanent residence.

Becoming a volunteer in Shanghai

Participating in social volunteering can be a transformative experience that changes the way you see yourself and the world around you.

Accommodation registration

Expatriates are required to register their place of residence or temporary accommodation with the local police within 24 hours of arriving at the address.

How to book a physical exam

If you want to live, work or study in Shanghai for a year or more, you need to take a physical examination upon entry into China.

Applying for an exit-entry permit

Foreigners who want to apply for the exit-entry permit shall meet the following conditions.