How to get a Chinese green card?
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The foreign permanent residence ID card, or the Chinese "green card", is a valid identity certificate for foreigners whose residence period in China is not limited.
Foreigners applying for permanent residence in China must abide by Chinese laws, be in good health, have no criminal record and meet at lease one of the following criteria.
III. Made a great and out standing contribution to China or being specially needed by China.
Special Materials
A letter of recommendation and related certificates issued by the authority of the Chinese government.
Materials all applicants must submit
1.Application Form for Foreigner’s Permanent Residence in China;
2.A copy of valid passport or other certificate;
3.A health certificate issued by a health quarantine agency designated by the Chinese government or by a foreign health quarantine agency recognized by the relevant Chinese embassy or consulate;
4.A certificate of no criminal record in the foreign country concerned issued by the relevant Chinese embassy or consulate;
5.Four recent full-face color photos(2 by 2 inches, bareheaded) of the applicant;
6.Other relevant materials needed.
Other frequently asked questions
1.Where should I submit my application?
The public security organ of the city with subordinate districts, or the branch or county bureau of public security of the municipality directly under the Central Government, in the place where the principal investment was made or of long term residence.
2.Can somebody else submit the application for me?
If applying through an agent , a power of attorney issued by the applicant must be submitted, which needs to be authenticated by the Chinese embassy or consulate in the country concerned.
3.How long will it take for my application to be approved?
Within six months from the date of receipt of the application.
4.How long is the permanent residence card valid?
10 years, or 5 years for foreigners under 18.
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