For foreigners who reside or stay in lodgings other than hotels, they or the persons who accommodate them shall, within 24 hours after the foreigners' check-in, go through the registration formalities with the public security organs in the places of residence online or in person.

　　How to file accommodation registration online?

　　There are four ways to register online:

　　(1) Go to the international version of the Beijing Municipal Government Portal. https://english.beijing.gov.cn/livinginbeijing/

　　(2) Follow the official WeChat account of "Beijing Public Security Exit and Entry" and open the "Online Accommodation Registration" module from the information guide.

　　(3) Go to this website: https://zwfw.gaj.beijing.gov.cn/zsdj/zsdj-q/

　　(4) Scan the QR code to apply.

　　Can overseas mobile phone numbers be used for registration?

　　No, only Chinese mobile phone numbers are accepted.

　　What documents are required for the registration?

　　A copy of the front page of the entry/exit document, a photo of the applicant and a copy of the title deed or the address information page of the lease.

　　What entry/exit documents are valid?

　　The following entry/exit identity documents are valid: foreigner's passport or permanent residence card.

　　Are these platforms in Chinese only?

　　In addition to Chinese, the online accommodation registration system is currently available in five languages: English, French, Russian, Japanese and Korean.

　　How to confirm the success of the registration?

　　After submission, the status of the registration process will be displayed in "My Records." If the registration is successful, you can enter the system to view and print the electronic registration form; if the application is not successful, you can amend it according to the prompts and resubmit it, or report to the local police station nearest to your place of residence in person.