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Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card
Official name Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card — Category 1 Direct Investment (Order 74)
Permanent Residence under MPS/MFA Order 74 of 13 August 2004 (Regulations on Examination and Approval of Permanent Resid…
Permanent Residence under MPS/MFA Order 74 of 13 August 2004 (Regulations on Examination and Approval of Permanent Residence of Aliens in China) Article 6 Paragraph 1. Foreign nationals who have made direct investments in China with stable investment situation for three consecutive years AND good tax record. Investment threshold varies by region: USD 500,000 (encouraged industries OR Western region / poverty-relief counties); USD 1,000,000 (central region); USD 2,000,000 (eastern / other regions). 2024 reform: thresholds administratively relaxed for talent zones Shanghai / Beijing / Shenzhen /
At a Glance
Eligibility Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Range | 18+ |
| Job Offer Required | No |
| Sponsorship Required | No |
| Health Insurance Required | No |
Family & Rights
| Right | Details |
|---|---|
| Family Allowed | Yes |
| Spouse Can Work | Yes |
| Path to Permanent Residency | Yes |
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Cost of Living
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card — Category 1 Direct Investment (Order 74)?
Permanent Residence under MPS/MFA Order 74 of 13 August 2004 (Regulations on Examination and Approval of Permanent Residence of Aliens in China) Article 6 Paragraph 1. Foreign nationals who have made direct investments in China with stable investment situation for three consecutive years AND good tax record. Investment threshold varies by region: USD 500,000 (encouraged industries OR Western region / poverty-relief counties); USD 1,000,000 (central region); USD 2,000,000 (eastern / other regions). 2024 reform: thresholds administratively relaxed for talent zones Shanghai / Beijing / Shenzhen /
Can I bring my family on the Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card — Category 1 Direct Investment (Order 74)?
Yes, this pathway allows family members including dependents. Your spouse may also be eligible to work.
Can the Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card — Category 1 Direct Investment (Order 74) lead to permanent residency?
Yes — this pathway can lead to permanent residence, subject to meeting the residence and other conditions. We do not publish a qualifying timeline for this route because we have no official source stating one; check with the relevant authority for the current residence requirement.
Are there alternative pathways to China?
Yes. China offers 11 other immigration pathways. Compare all options on our China country page.
What is the cost of living in China?
Monthly costs for a single person in city center: Beijing: €1,440/mo; Shanghai: €1,550/mo; Shenzhen: €1,271/mo. These include rent, groceries, transport, and utilities.
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