Eligibility Criteria:
- Permanent residency in China: Applicants must have held a valid Chinese permanent resident ID card for at least five consecutive years.
- Lawful residence: Applicants must have resided in China for a total of eight years with at least four years of continuous residence immediately preceding the application.
- Good conduct: Applicants must have a clean criminal record and no history of engaging in activities that endanger China's national security or violate Chinese laws.
- Stable means of livelihood: Applicants must demonstrate that they have a stable source of income or can support themselves financially.
- Language proficiency: Applicants may need to pass a Chinese language proficiency test.
- Cultural integration: Applicants may need to demonstrate familiarity with Chinese culture and society.
Application Procedure:
1. Obtain the application form: Applicants should obtain the naturalization application form from the local Public Security Bureau's Exit-Entry Administration.
2. Compile the required documents: Applicants must gather the required documents, which typically include:
- Valid foreign passport
- Chinese permanent resident ID card
- Proof of continuous residence
- Criminal record clearance certificate
- Marriage certificate (if applicable)
- Birth certificate (if applying for children)
- Proof of financial stability
- Evidence of language proficiency
- Cultural integration assessment report
3. Submit the application: Once the application documents are complete, applicants should submit them to the local Public Security Bureau's Exit-Entry Administration.
4. Interview and background check: The authorities may conduct an interview to assess the applicant's knowledge of Chinese culture and language, as well as their attachment to China. A background check will also be carried out.
5. Approval and oath-taking: If the application is approved, applicants will be required to take an oath of allegiance to the People's Republic of China.
6. Passport issuance: Once the oath is taken, applicants will be issued a Chinese passport and their permanent resident ID card will be canceled.
Please note that the process and requirements for obtaining a Chinese passport through naturalization may vary based on specific circumstances. It's advisable to consult with the local Public Security Bureau's Exit-Entry Administration for the most up-to-date information and guidance.
