Things freshman should know--Residence Permit

It is very important to hold a valid residence permit in China. You should keep your visa expiry date in mind and renew it on time. If you visa has expired when you try to renew it, you will be fined RMB￥ 500 per day. Failure to adhere to these regulations will also lead to punishment by Chinese government. YOUR ENTRY VISA IS VALID ONLY FOR 30 DAYS AFTER YOU ENTER CHINA.

What documents should be prepared?

1) Document Checklist (for OEC’s record only)

2) Passport

3) Copies of your passport (photo page, valid residence permit page, last airport immigration stamp page)

4) Visa & Residence Permit Application Form (Look below for Filling Sample)

5) OEC’s official letter (to be issued by OEC office - Room 201)

6) Copy of your JW201/JW202

7) Copy of Jiangsu University’s Official Code (available at OEC - Room 201)

8) Prepare to take a photo at the Police Station (RMB￥ 20; RMB￥ 25 with a CD disc for next time use. *If you can bring a 2-inch passport photo with WHITE background AND a regular-sized CD disc with that photo on it, then you don't have to take a photo at the Police Station.)

9) Physical Examination Report.

10) Residence permit fee: 400 RMB (RMB160 for X2 visa or other short-term visa).

For new students, OEC provides a free ride to the police station.