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 following windows:

Meiyuan Road service windows

Address: Windows 15-16, 1F, Shanghai Talent Tower, No 77 Meiyuan Road, Jing'an district

Monday to Thursday: 9 am–11:30 am; 1:30 pm–5 pm

Friday: 9 am–11:30 am; 1:30 pm–3 pm

Single Window for Foreigners' Work Permit and Residence Permit

Address: Windows 17-19, 3F, No 1500 Minsheng Road, Pudong New Area

Monday to Thursday: 9 am–11:30 am; 1:30 pm–5 pm

Friday: 9 am–11:30 am; 1:30 pm–3 pm

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