Foreigners in China
Criminal defense for foreigners arrested or detained in China – procedure, bail, prison life, consular notification and legal rights.
Can Foreigners Buy Property in China?
Yes — but only if you are buying a home to live in. A foreign individual who has worked or studied in China for more than one year may buy self-use, self-
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Does China Allow Dual Citizenship?
No. China does not recognize dual nationality. If you are a Chinese citizen and you voluntarily acquire another country’s nationality, you automatically l
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Can a Foreigner Get Permanent Residence in China?
In short: yes, but only through one of a small number of routes fixed by law, and only if the National Immigration Administration approves your application. Chi
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How Do I Get a No-Criminal-Record Certificate in China?
Apply in person at the public security organ (the police) covering the place where you live or are registered in China, and bring your passport plus a valid vis
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Can a Foreigner Work in China Without a Work Permit?
Short answer: No. To work lawfully in China you must hold a Foreigner’s Work Permit and a work-type residence permit, arranged through your employer before you
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What Is the Punishment for Drunk Driving in China?
Short answer: In China, driving with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 80 mg/100ml or more is a crime — dangerous driving under Article 133-1 of the Crimin
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Criminal Record and a Chinese Visa: Screening and Re-Entry Bans
In short, yes — a criminal record does not automatically stop you from entering China, but it can lead to visa refusal, and if you were previously removed or de
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What Is the Fine for Overstaying a Visa in China?
Overstaying your visa in China is an administrative violation, not a crime: you will normally get a warning, and in serious cases a fine of 500 yuan for each da
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How Long Can Police Hold You in China?
In China, police can hold a suspect for up to 37 days before prosecutors must decide whether to approve an arrest; in ordinary cases the whole pre-arrest proces
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Do Foreigners Have to Register with the Police in China?
Short answer: Yes. If you are a foreigner staying in China outside a hotel, you must register your residence with the local police within 24 hours of moving in;
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