Details of the application for a Certificate of No Criminal Record in Beijing and the steps to attach the certificate
With the deepening of China's opening up to the outside world, more and more foreigners choose to work, study and live in China. In this process, foreigners need to go through the formalities, one of which is the Certificate of No Criminal Record. This article will give you a detailed introduction to how to apply for a Certificate of No Criminal Record and the additional certificate while in Beijing.
1. Application requirements
According to the relevant regulations, only foreigners who have resided in China for a cumulative period of more than 180 days (inclusive) can apply for a certificate of no criminal record. In addition, applicants are also required to provide valid identity documents (such as passports, residence permits, etc.) and proof of accommodation during their stay in China.
Second, the application department
Foreigners applying for a Certificate of No Criminal Record in Beijing need to go to the Exit and Entry Administration Bureau at or above the county level to apply for it. The specific address can be found on the official ** of the local Exit and Entry Administration.
3. Application fee
Foreigners do not need to pay any fees to apply for a certificate of no criminal record in Beijing. The Immigration Bureau will provide relevant services to applicants free of charge.
4. Application time
Under normal circumstances, foreigners need to wait for about 5-10 working days to apply for a certificate of no criminal record in Beijing. The specific time may vary depending on the documents submitted by the applicant and the workload of the Immigration Bureau.
5. Procedures for foreign use and attaching certificates to apostille
If a foreigner needs to use the police clearance certificate abroad, he or she must also apply for a notarization and additional certificate (apostille).