A Complete Guide to Your Chengdu NCR

Chengdu manages its affairs with a unique blend of traditional hospitality and modern efficiency. The administrative style of the city is increasingly digitized but remains deeply rooted in local district management.

• Digital Integration: Chengdu utilizes the Tianfu Citizen Cloud platform to consolidate various government services, though expatriates often find that a physical presence or specialized representation is still necessary to bridge the gap between digital filing and final document issuance.
• Pro-Business Environment: As a city that hosts numerous global companies and consulates, the local authorities in districts such as the High-tech Zone or Wuhou are highly experienced in handling international documentation for global professionals.

To successfully apply for an NCR in Chengdu, you must meet several core requirements:

• Residence Duration: You must have lived in Chengdu for a cumulative total of at least six months.
• Police Registration: You must have maintained a valid temporary residence registration throughout your stay, documented through either the local police station or the online registration system.
• Identification: You need a current, valid passport and should have access to any previous passports used while living in Chengdu to verify your full history of residency.
• Clear Record: You must have no record of criminal activity under Chinese law during your time in the city.

The path to securing your certificate in Chengdu involves several distinct stages of verification and legalization.

1. Police Background Search

The process begins with an application to the Chengdu Entry-Exit Administration or the local police station in your district of residence. The authorities conduct a comprehensive search of their databases to confirm your status.

2. Issuance of the Police Certificate

Once the search is cleared, the police department issues a formal certificate. This document serves as the foundation for the subsequent legal steps.

3. Notarization

The police certificate must be taken to a qualified Notary Public Office in Chengdu. Here, it is translated into English or the specific language of your destination country and converted into a formal Notarial Certificate.

4. Apostille or Consular Legalization

For your document to be recognized by foreign governments, it must receive an Apostille stamp from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. For countries that are not members of the Apostille Convention, we coordinate full consular authentication at the relevant embassy or consulate.

We provide a transparent structure for our Chengdu services, ensuring you can plan your move with confidence.

Transparent Service Fees

Our professional service for a Chengdu NCR starts at 450 USD. This rate includes the following services:

• Bureau Coordination: Handling all submissions and follow-ups with Chengdu authorities.
• Legalization Filing: Managing the fees for notarization and Apostille authentication for a single document.
• International Shipping: Secure courier service to deliver your final authenticated certificate to your global location.

Additional costs may apply if your destination country requires consular authentication, if you need multiple sets of documents, or for courier services from your home country to our office.

Expected Processing Timeline

The standard timeframe for obtaining an NCR in Chengdu is  between 2 to 4 weeks. 

This timeline can be affected by several factors:

• Residency History: If you have lived in multiple districts across Chengdu or require records from other cities.
• Document Verification: If the authorities require additional proof to verify older periods of residence.
• Embassy Processing: Additional time required for consular legalization if an Apostille is not applicable.

Navigating the administrative landscape of Western China requires more than just knowing the rules; it requires a local partner who understands the nuance of the system.

• Local Presence: We maintain strong connections with the bureaus in major Chengdu districts, allowing us to resolve issues on-site quickly.
• Specialized Expertise: We understand the specific formatting required for international immigration, ensuring your Chengdu documents are accepted the first time.
• End-to-End Management: We act as your physical representative in Chengdu, allowing you to secure your NCR without needing to visit a single police station.

Ready to secure your Chengdu NCR?

Let our experts handle the bureaucracy while you focus on your next chapter. Contact our Chengdu team today for a free evaluation of your document needs.