How to Apply for a Non-Criminal Record Certificate in Shanghai
If you have lived, worked, or studied in Shanghai and need to obtain a Non-Criminal Record Certificate, whether for immigration purposes, job applications, or other personal reasons, here is a detailed guide on the application process and required documents.
You may need a Non-Criminal Record Certificate from Shanghai in the following situations:
- Applying for Permanent Residency or Citizenship in Another Country: Many countries require a Non-Criminal Record Certificate from China as part of the immigration or citizenship application process.
- Background Check for Employment: Some companies or organizations may require a background check as part of the hiring process, especially for international corporations.
- Marriage to a Foreign National: Some countries require a Non-Criminal Record Certificate as part of the process when marrying a foreign national.
- Chinese Work Visa or Residence Permit Renewal: If you're applying for a work visa extension or modification, you may be asked to provide a Non-Criminal Record Certificate.
- Visa and Immigration Procedures for Certain Countries: Some countries require a criminal background check from China as part of their visa application process.
To apply for a Non-Criminal Record Certificate from the Shanghai Public Security Bureau (PSB), you must meet the following criteria:
- Legally Resided in Shanghai for at Least 180 Days: You must have lived in Shanghai on a valid visa (e.g., work, study, family reunion, etc.) for at least 180 days.
- Registered Your Residence: You need to have registered your residential address with the local police station in Shanghai.
- No Criminal Record During Your Stay in Shanghai: You must have a clean record during your stay in Shanghai.
Follow these steps to obtain your Non-Criminal Record Certificate in Shanghai:
Step 1: Prepare the Required Documents
Before submitting your application, make sure to gather the following documents:
- Original Passport or Certified Copy (as required by local regulations).
- Power of Attorney (if someone is submitting the application on your behalf).
- Temporary Residence Registration (proof of your residence in Shanghai).
- Entry and Exit Records: Your entry and exit records during your stay in Shanghai.
- Other Supporting Documents: For example, your work visa or student visa, if applicable.
Step 2: Submit Your Application
Once you have your documents ready, you must submit your application to the Shanghai Entry-Exit Administration Bureau. Our service can assist you with:
- Document Submission: We will submit your documents on your behalf to the Shanghai PSB for processing.
- Tracking Application Status: The process typically takes 5–10 business days.
- Communication Assistance: We will ensure smooth communication with the authorities throughout the process.
Step 3: Notarization & Authentication
Once your Police Clearance Certificate is issued by the Shanghai PSB, it will need to undergo the following steps:
- Notarization: The document must be notarized by a certified Chinese notary office.
- Apostille or Consular Authentication: If required by your home country, the certificate must be authenticated through Apostille for countries that are part of the Hague Convention or through consular authentication for non-Hague countries.
These steps ensure that your certificate is internationally recognized.
Step 4: Document Delivery
Once your certificate is notarized and authenticated, we will deliver it to you. We offer international courier services to send the certified document directly to your address, whether you're still in Shanghai or overseas.
Our service fees for obtaining a Non-Criminal Record Certificate in Shanghai start at RMB 5,000. This price includes:
- Service fee for applying for the Non-Criminal Record Certificate from the Shanghai Entry-Exit Administration.
- Notarization and Apostille authentication fee for a single document.
- International courier service to send the authenticated certificate to your location.
Additional costs may apply for:
- Authentication fees for passport or Power of Attorney in your home country (if required).
- Notarization and authentication fees for multiple documents.
- International courier from your home country to Shanghai.
- Consular authentication by your country’s embassy in Shanghai(if your home country doesn’t accept Apostille).
The typical processing time to obtain your Non-Criminal Record Certificate is between 2 to 4 weeks. The timeline may be extended if:
- The certificate is required from multiple cities.
- Additional documents are required.
- Consular authentication by your embassy in Shanghai is needed.
What Asomerit's Clients Say
Oskar Johansson
I had to apply for a criminal record certificate for a US immigration visa, and I was worried the process would be complicated and time-consuming. But this service made everything incredibly simple. Tommy walked me through every step of the application, explaining exactly what was needed at each stage. He was very responsive and provided me with updates regularly. It took much shorter than I expected for the certificate to arrive. A truly smooth and professional experience!
Ania Baran
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Frequently Asked Questions
If you want the non-criminal record certificate covering all the cities you have lived in China, you need yo apply for a separate certificate from each city where you resided for 180 days or more.
For example, if you have lived in Beijing and Shanghai for 1 year each, you need to apply for two certificates in Beijing and Shanghai separately.
Generally not! You must hold a long-term residence permit (e.g., employment, study, or family reunion) issued in the city where you want to obtain the police clearance with a stay of ≥180 days.
Asomerit's Non-Criminal Record Certificate Services
Asomerit Consulting specializes in assisting foreigners to obtain a Non-Criminal Record Certificate in China. Whether you need it for immigration, employment, marriage, or visa applications, we handle the entire process while ensuring compliance with local regulations.
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