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Asked by Richie from hong kong | Aug. 21, 2017 10:54

About:China Private Visit Visa

S1 type for spouse

Thanks for this great article - I just want to confirm that the requirements for S1 type application in respect of proof of spouse are simply (i) original marriage certificate (ii) photocopy of marriage certificate? Also, when the S1 type is converted to a residence permit after arrival in PRC, is the validity of the residence permit tied to the same expiry date of the working spouse's resident permit?

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Answered by Gary | Aug. 21, 2017 22:09

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The original marriage certificate and the photocopy are enough to prove the relationship, and the validity of the residence permit doesn't need to be tied to the same expiry date of the working spouse's resident permit.

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Answered by Richie | Aug. 22, 2017 23:45

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Super, thanks Gary. Actually what happened to me was I am currently on a work permit in China and wanted to change to a spouse permit as I am about to resign my job - BUT was told by the Public Security Bureau in China that I have to get my marriage certificate (from Hawaii) verified by the State Governor of Hawaii AND then legalized by the Chinese Consulate in LA (that covers Hawaii) before I can get my China residence permit renewed as a spouse. Since that seemed like such a massive logistical pain, I thought that exiting China and applying for a S1 in HK (where I have residency) would mitigate that - but I read on another forum that once I re-enter China on the S1 and re-apply for my residence permit (must be done within 30 days) that the PSB will STILL ask me to do the verification and legalization of my marriage certificate at that stage - despite having already issued me a S1 at the Chinese Consulate in HK. If anyone can confirm this - it will be hugely appreciated - thanks!

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Answered by Gary | Aug. 23, 2017 00:59

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Yes, Richie, no matter where you apply for the S1 type, you need to get your marriage certificate verified by the State Governor of Hawaii, and then legalized by the Chinese Consulate in LA.

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