Permanent Residency
PATHWAY

Family

For spouses of Chinese citizens or permanent residents:

Family Reunion (Spouse)

For spouses of Chinese citizens or permanent residents:

Key Requirements

  • Married to a Chinese citizen or foreign national with Chinese permanent residence
  • Marriage has existed for at least five years
  • Resided in China for at least five consecutive years with not less than nine months each year
  • Have stable source of income and domicile in China

Dependent Children

For minor children:

Key Requirements

  • Under 18 years of age and unmarried
  • Dependent on parents in China
  • Parents must be Chinese citizens or hold Chinese permanent residence

Elderly Relatives

For retirees seeking family reunion:

Key Requirements

  • Age 60 or above
  • Have no direct relatives abroad
  • Living with direct relatives in China
  • Stayed in China for at least five consecutive years with at least nine months per year
  • Have stable source of income and domicile

Dependent of Eligible Applicant

For family members:

Key Requirements

  • Spouse and unmarried children (under 18) of applicants in Categories 1, 2, or 3
  • Can apply together with the primary applicant
  • Do not need to independently meet residence or income requirements
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