Opportunities for Guangzhou household registration and the latest policies

Guangzhou, the capital of Guangdong province, is one of the most developed cities in China and has always attracted many people to live and work. In recent years, the Guangzhou government has implemented various policies to attract talents and promote the city's development. The household registration policy, in particular, has been adjusted multiple times, making it easier for qualified individuals to obtain Guangzhou residence permits.

According to the latest policy, there are several ways to obtain Guangzhou household registration, including points-based entry, entry for in-service personnel, entry for fresh graduates, entry for international students, entry for personnel from provincial units, entry for high-level talents, entry based on enterprise quotas, entry based on job titles/certifications, entry for skilled workers, and entry for those who rely on their spouses, children, or parents. Among these, the three most popular ways are points-based entry, entry for those with educational backgrounds, and entry based on job titles/certifications.

In 2023, there will be some changes to Guangzhou's household registration policies. Let's examine some of the latest policies and requirements for various categories of people.

One major change is to the points-based entry policy, which was revised on January 11, 2023. The Guangzhou Municipal Bureau of Entry and Exit officially released the "Guangzhou Municipal Entry and Exit Management Measure" (Su Fu Office Rules [2023] No. 1). The policy revises the application conditions for obtaining points-based entry, simplifies the index system, and updates the ranking rules. Here are the three main highlights of the revised policy:

(1) The application conditions for points-based entry have been refined. The threshold for points-based entry has been raised, and the minimum score requirement is now 150 points. This will increase the range of applicants and improve access to the system.

(2) The index system for points-based entry has been streamlined. The use of some indicators in Guangzhou's residency point system has been retained for points-based entry rather than using all of them. This change meets the requirements of simplified procedures and secures the legitimacy of applicants, as some of the indicators that were contentious have now been eliminated.

(3) The ranking rules have been refined. Applicants who meet the entry criteria will be ranked according to the total scores for their foundational indicators, including legal residency, employment, and age. Other indicators are also considered, and the ranking criteria take into account the demand for entry based on the "inventory priority" policy.

The latest policy for entry based on job titles/certifications reduces the social security requirements for those with educational backgrounds. On July 14, 2022, the Guangzhou Human Resources and Social Security Bureau issued the notice Su Ren She Rules [2022] No. 2, which outlines specific procedures for entry based on job titles/certifications. The social security requirements for entry based on educational backgrounds have been reduced, requiring only one month of Guangzhou social security contributions for those who wish to apply under this policy.

To be more specific, for mid-level job titles, applicants must be under 40 years of age and have social security. For high-level job titles, applicants must be under 50 years of age and have social security. Almost all job titles are applicable for this policy, but it is recommended to choose the system integration project management engineer for entry based on job titles/certifications.

For entry based on educational backgrounds, it is possible to apply for Guangzhou household registration as follows:

1. Fresh graduates of full-time undergraduate programs who have graduated within two years and have a three-party agreement can apply for household registration in Guangzhou (no social security is required).

2. Individuals with a bachelor's degree can apply for Guangzhou household registration if they have a degree and are under 40 years of age and have a social security record in Guangzhou.

3. Individuals with a master's degree should be under 45 years of age and have a social security record in Guangzhou.

4. Applicants with a doctorate must have a doctorate degree, be under 50 years of age, and have a social security record in Guangzhou.

For those applying for entry based on job titles/certifications, the specific job title or certification requirements vary depending on the applicant's situation. Most of these require passing an examination, which is usually held twice a year for most job titles or certifications.

For those applying for points-based entry, they must meet the following requirements:

1. Be under 45 years of age, hold a valid Guangdong residency permit, have been employed or started a business in Guangzhou, and paid social security contributions for four consecutive years.

2. The total years to calculate social security contributions must be in the Guangzhou region, and the period of social security coverage cannot be duplicated if coverage is repeated or if social security is transferred from another city.

3. The years of unemployment benefits previously received will be included in the calculation of cumulative payment time, and the years of medical insurance contributions paid by unemployment insurance fund reimbursements will be included in the calculation of medical insurance cumulative payment time.

To successfully apply for points-based entry, the total score must be at least 150, and the applicant must not have been subject to criminal punishment within the past five years.

For those applying for points-based entry, the calculation of points will be based on foundational indicators, additional indicators, and negative scoring. Points will be assigned based on the applicant's age, legal residence, and stable employment. If points are equal, the duration of social security and the length of the Guangdong residency permit will be taken into account.

In conclusion, there are many ways to obtain Guangzhou household registration, and the specific conditions and requirements vary depending on the category and policy of the applicant. For those who meet the relevant requirements, household registration can be achieved through government channels free of charge. It is recommended that potential applicants consult the relevant government agencies or specialized legal advisors to fully understand the details of the latest policies and procedures for obtaining household registration in Guangzhou.