Chinese law stipulates that foreigners in China should hold a valid passport or other travel document and apply for a visa or go through other entry procedures in accordance with the regulations. So should you carry your passport everywhere you go in China or not? Our advice is you'd better always bring your original passport with you.
Why do you need to carry
your passport at all times?
Passports are required for a variety of daily activities, such as checking into hotels, flying, and other legal matters. At the same time, the passport is also an important document for them to prove their identity in case of emergency.
Sometimes the police officer randomly check the passports of foreigners, mainly to ensure the legality of people entering and leaving the country. To prevent illegal entry, suspected smuggling and other offenses.
Where might you
encounter passport control?
Any public place is possible, especially in areas with a high concentration of foreigners.
What happens if you
don't have your passport?
If you do not have your original passport with you, you can also show the police officer other identification documents, such as your driver's license, residence permit, or work permit in order to co-verify with the other party. If you do not have any documents with you, you can provide your ID number and name as requested by the police officer for identity verification.
However, if you don't have a passport with you, you can also prove your identity with a residence permit, employment card or other valid documents.
What if you
lose your passport?
If your passport is lost or stolen, you should promptly report it to the local police station and contact the local Chinese Embassy or Consulate as soon as possible to apply for a People's Republic of China travel certificate as a replacement for your passport.
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