If you're an expat working in Shanghai and are recognized as a tax resident, you are required to complete the annual tax settlement if your income exceeds the applicable filing threshold.

In this guide, we will show you how to complete the annual tax settlement on the "个人所得税" app. 

 

First, search for "个人所得税" (Individual Income Tax) in your app store. 

 

Once the app is installed, fill in the registration information to create an account. 

Click “注册" (registration) and then “大厅注册码注册" (Code registration)

Note: You are required to personally obtain the login code at the tax bureau counter. Please remember to bring your passport.

 

You will be prompted to complete your personal information, including your ID type, passport number, name, and nationality. 

Click the button to proceed to the next step. Choose a password, input your phone number, and choose your address. 

Once you have completed the registration process, you can log in with a gesture password.

Related: A quick guide for foreign individuals to register on the Individual Income Tax app

 

Then you need to bind a bank card. Click "Bank card", then click "Add" at the bottom;

Input bank account number, province of opening bank, cellphone No, and click "Next"; input the verification code and click "Finish", then bank card is linked successfully.

 

 

 

 

For inquiries regarding individual income tax, you can call the 12366 tax service hotline.

 

Updated June 29, 2026