FAQ 4. My partner (not married) live in shanghai with a working residence permit, can I get a family visa?

A: No.When a living partner (not married) apply the family residence permit in shanghai, before a certification from the applicant's consulate to prove they are living together as partner is enough, now they must register in their home country and the registration certificate must be notarized in the Chinese Embassy/Consulate outside.

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