Who is eligible?
Children who are under the age of 18 years old, unmarried, and verified to have foreign nationality can apply for a Permanent Residence in China if one or both parent(s)is/are a Chinese citizen(s) (having registered Chinese permanent citizenship) or foreigner(s)who is/are eligible for permanent residence in China.
Application Process
1. Apply to the public security organ of the municipal people’s government;
2. After accepting the application, carry out relevant investigations, and report to the provincial public security organ for review if the application meets the requirements;
3. Those who meet the requirements shall be reported to the National Immigration Administration for approval. After the approval, the National Immigration Administration will issue a foreigner’s permanent residence ID card.
Time and Payment for Processing
Time :The time varies from place to place, currently 4-6 months in Guangzhou; 6-12 months in Beijing; 6-9 months in Shanghai.
Payment: 1. Processing fee: RMB1,500 2. Card fee: RMB 300
Documents Required
1.Complete Application Form for Permanent Residence in China and provide 2 copies of two-inch recent photos .
2. Valid passport and valid visa (or residence permit) and provide 2 copies of each.
3. ID Card and Household Register of the Chinese parent, or the valid passport and valid passport and Permanent Resident ID Card of the foreign parent, and 2 copies of each are required. Copies of issuance page and parent’s information pages of Household Register should be submitted.
4.Birth Certificate (or parent-child relationship certificate, or adoption proof), and provide 2 copies of this. If the Certificate or proof is issued abroad, verification by the Chinese Embassy/Consulate General is required.
5. Marriage Certificate of parents, and 2 copies of this should be provided (in case the parents have divorced, the principal applicant should provide valid sole-guardianship proof, such as court verdict, etc.). If the Certificate is issued abroad, it must be verified by the Embassy/Consulate General of China.
6.Nationality identification should be processed in the first place in case one/both parents was/were of Chinese nationality when the child was born.
How to maintain Green Card Status in China?
1. You must stay in China for a period, at least 3 months per year.
2. The validity period of the Green Card for minors is five years. After the validity period expires, you need to apply to the Immigration Bureau for a new card.
3. Must comply with Chinese laws.