China's Diplomacy in the New Era  
  • August 30, 2024

    Basic procedures for foreign-related marriage registration
    To apply for marriage registration, partners of the contemplated marriage shall appear together at the marriage registration office (Typically, marriage registration offices are only open Monday to Friday during certain hours, and are closed Saturday, Sunday and holidays).
  • July 25, 2024

    Regulations on marriage and divorce
    Marriage between Chinese citizens and foreigners refers to marriage between Chinese citizens and foreign nationals, including Chinese holding foreign nationality, foreign nationals and stateless persons residing in China. Same sex marriages are forbidden in China.
  • July 10, 2024

    Visa-free transit policies for foreign nationals
    China has implemented a 24-hour visa-free transit policy for citizens of all other countries around the world at all its accessible exit-entry ports.
  • June 28, 2024

    Certificates and documents needed for marriage registration
    In addition, it is stipulated that both the man and the woman applying for marriage registration shall present the pre-marital health check-up reports signed and issued by a hospital designated by the marriage registration department.
  • April 12, 2024

    "One Stop" mini program to facilitate services for foreign expats in Guangdong
    On April 12, the Promotion Conference of Digital Convenience Services for International Visitors in Guangdong was held in Guangzhou, bringing together representatives from Consulates General in Guangzhou and Foreign Chambers of Commerce in Guangdong from 23 countries.
  • April 3, 2024

    More professional medical services to provide for foreign expats in Guangdong
    On April 2, the 2024 Guangdong International Medical Service Promotion Conference was held in Guangzhou, bringing together consulate officials and their families from more than 30 countries.
  • January 12, 2024

    International cards how to pay in China
    International students can enjoy convenient payments in China using just a smartphone.
  • May 18, 2022

    Guide for foreigners in Guangzhou: Medical services
    Guangzhou has a well-developed health care network, with general and specialized hospitals in every administrative district of the city.
  • September 1, 2021

    Common procedures of seeing doctors in Chinese hospitals
    Chinese hospital departments are divided into general outpatient services and experienced specialist doctors. Patients who want to see an experienced specialist doctor are suggested to arrive at the hospital earlier to wait in line.
  • Entry-exit information for foreigners

    March 5, 2020

    Entry-exit information for foreigners
    The Chinese government has been treating Chinese and foreign nationals on an equal and legitimate basis when taking novel coronavirus epidemic prevention measures.