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Guide · stage: first-30-days

Register Temporary Accommodation

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Within 24 hours of moving into a dwelling, foreign nationals must register temporary residence with the local police station (PSB). Hotels register guests automatically; private rentals must be registered in person by the landlord or tenant. The registration form is later required for bank and residence-permit steps.

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Step 1 / 2 · Prepare documents and lease

What you need

Steps

Step 1 · Prepare documents and lease

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Bring your passport, valid visa or residence permit, and the rental contract (or hotel booking). The landlord's ID and property certificate are usually also required.

⏱ 1 days · within 24h of move-in

💰 0 CNY

⚠ Pitfalls

  • The 24-hour deadline starts when you move in, not when the lease is signed
📌 Source:Guide to Working and Living in China as Business Expatriates (2025/2026 Edition)

Step 2 · Register at the local police station (PSB)

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Visit the jurisdiction police station with the documents. The officer records your stay and issues a Temporary Residence Registration Form, which you will need for later bank and residence-permit steps.

⏱ 1 hours

💰 0 CNY

⚠ Pitfalls

  • Some districts require the landlord to accompany you; confirm in advance

📍 Wuhu (Anhui): Wuhu stations accept the registration during standard weekday hours; bring the original lease. See src-wuhu-bank-account for the municipal guide style.

📌 Source:Guide to Working and Living in China as Business Expatriates (2025/2026 Edition)Bank Accounts (Wuhu Municipal Government English Guide)
📌 Source:Guide to Working and Living in China as Business Expatriates (2025/2026 Edition)Bank Accounts (Wuhu Municipal Government English Guide)