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Navigating Chongqing's NCR: Essential Guide for Expats

Written by Tommy Zhang | February 28, 2026 1:05:14 PM Z

As a vast municipality with a unique geographical and administrative landscape, Chongqing maintains a rigorous system for issuing the NCR. For expats who have lived in the sprawling districts of the mountain city, obtaining this document requires navigating a complex network of local police jurisdictions. Whether you are moving to a new international destination or updating your residency status, understanding the Chongqing administrative path is essential.

At Asomerit, we specialize in managing the logistical challenges of Chongqing’s administrative divisions to ensure your document is processed accurately and efficiently.

 

The Chongqing Difference: Localized Jurisdictions

 

Chongqing’s administrative structure is distinct due to its status as a municipality with 26 districts and 12 counties. This creates a highly localized system for record-keeping.

  • Digital Transformation: Chongqing has introduced the Jingkuaiban platform to streamline police services, though for expats, the transition between digital filing and physical verification often requires expert intervention.
  • Jurisdictional Precision: Police records are often decentralized among districts like Yuzhong, Jiangbei, or Shapingba. Ensuring your NCR covers the entire duration of your stay across different residential locations is the primary challenge in this city.
Eligibility Requirements for a Chongqing NCR

 

To qualify for an NCR in Chongqing, applicants must generally meet the following standards:

  • Duration of Stay: You have resided in Chongqing for a cumulative period of at least six months.
  • Residence Registration: You maintained valid temporary residence registration throughout your stay, which is verified through the local police stations in your specific districts.
  • Valid Identification: You hold a current passport and can provide all previous passports used during your time in Chongqing.
  • Clear Legal Record: You have no history of criminal activity under Chinese law during your period of residence.
Step-by-Step Process to Obtain a Chongqing NCR

 

The process in Chongqing involves coordinating with both municipal and district-level authorities.

1. Police Search and Application

The process begins with a formal request to the Chongqing Entry-Exit Administration or the specific police stations where you were registered. This stage involves a thorough search of local and national databases to confirm your status.

2. Issuance of the Police Certificate

Once the search is verified, the authorities issue a certificate of no criminal record. In Chongqing, ensuring this document correctly reflects all your residential addresses across the city is a critical step.

3. Notarization

The police certificate must be taken to a designated Chongqing Notary Public Office. It is here that the document is officially translated and converted into a Notarial Certificate recognized for international use.

4. Apostille or Consular Legalization

For your document to be accepted globally, it must be authenticated. We manage the submission to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for an Apostille stamp or coordinate with the relevant foreign consulates in Chongqing or Beijing if further legalization is required.

 

Service Fees and Processing Timeline

 

We provide a clear and predictable framework for our services in Chongqing, matching the professional standards of the municipality.

Transparent Service Fees

Our professional service for a Chongqing NCR starts at 450 USD. This package includes the following core services:

  • Bureau Liaison: Managing all interactions with the Chongqing Entry-Exit Administration and local bureaus.
  • Legalization Services: Covering the fees for notarization and Apostille authentication for a single document.
  • Global Logistics: Secure international courier delivery of the final documents to your current location.

Please note that additional costs may arise for cases requiring consular authentication, multiple document sets, or international shipping from your home country to our office.

Expected Processing Timeline

Due to the decentralized nature of records in a large municipality, the typical processing time is between 2 to 4 weeks.

This timeline may be extended under certain conditions:

  • Multiple District Residency: If you moved frequently between different districts in Chongqing.
  • Verification Gaps: If additional evidence is needed to confirm registration periods for older records.
  • Consular Requirements: If your destination country requires legalization from an embassy or consulate.
Why Choose Asomerit for your Chongqing NCR?

 

Navigating the administrative mountains of Chongqing requires more than just a map; it requires local expertise.

  • District Expertise: We have extensive experience dealing with the specific requirements of bureaus in major districts like Yuzhong and Jiangbei.
  • Problem Solvers: We specialize in resolving discrepancies in residence registration history, a common issue for expats in Chongqing.
  •  We act as your physical presence in the city, ensuring your application moves forward without you needing to return to Chongqing.

 

Ready to secure your Chongqing NCR?

Let our experts handle the complexity of the mountain city’s bureaucracy. Contact our Chongqing team today for a free evaluation of your case.
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