i am staying at a friends home. do i need to register with local authorities?

Question

I have been here for a month now and have not registered with local authorities.  Do I need to register where I am staying?  Is there any fine involved in not doing so?

David · Answer

Foreigners staying in China are asked to register with the local Security Bureau. But many do not do this and they are not fined for not doing this.

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I am staying at a friends home. Do I need to register with local authorities?