The Fast Pass for Foreign Talent Salary Exchange and Remittance is a service that simplifies currency exchange services for expats.

With the Fast Pass, expats who work in Shanghai no longer need to bring documents such as employment contracts, proof of income, and tax completion certificates when exchanging Chinese yuan to foreign currencies at a bank. 

Who can apply

Those who engage in urgently needed jobs in China and make contributions to China's economic and social development.

Applicants must have remuneration from a legal job in Shanghai.

How to apply

First, log in to the Government Online-Offline Shanghai website.    

Then search for "FastPass" in the search bar and click on the search result in the drop-down list.

Click "立即办理" (Apply Now).

Contact your employer for assistance in completing the process. 

To apply offline, go to the Administrative Center of Shanghai R&D Public Service Platforms (Shanghai S&T Talents Development Center/Shanghai Service Center for Foreigners Working in China).

Address: Windows 1-4, Shanghai Science & Technology Administrative Service Center, 1F,  Jimao Building, No 1525 West Zhongshan Road, Xuhui district;

Windows 17-19, 3F, No 1500 Minsheng Road, Pudong New Area (Single Window for Foreigners' Work Permit and Residence Permit).

Open: Monday to Friday, 9 am - 4:30 pm (except for statutory holidays)

Source: Guide to Issues Regarding Foreigner's Work in Shanghai