Q: I currently hold an S1 visa and would like to apply for a residence permit in Shanghai. Before starting the application process, I would like to confirm whether purchasing health insurance is required.

My wife holds an X1 visa and will be studying in Shanghai for three years.

A: Please note that health insurance is not among the required documents for your residence permit application.

For detailed information on the required application materials, please refer to the guide to residence permit applications for personal matters (family visits/other personal matters) issued by the Exit-Entry Administration Corps of the Shanghai Municipal Public Security Bureau.

Source: Exit-Entry Administration Corps of the Shanghai Municipal Public Security Bureau