Foreigners' ID card gets hi-tech revamp

1 year, 3 months ago

Foreigners' ID card gets hi-tech revamp

China Daily

A sample of the new version of the Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card. CHINA DAILY A new version of the Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card will be officially launched and issued on Dec 1, incorporating new technology for better personal information protection and wider application scenarios, the National Immigration Administration said on Friday. The administration said that enabling the new version of the card is a practical measure to ensure China's high-level openness to the world and enhance the digitalization of foreigners' management and services. According to the NIA, the new card expands the card number from 15 to 18 digits, incorporating information codes such as the foreigner identification code, nationality code and application location code. Chen Yongli, head of the NIA's Department of Information Technology, said that more advanced anti-counterfeiting technology has been adopted in the new card.

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Integrated card launched for expats

2 weeks, 4 days ago

Integrated card launched for expats

China Daily

By Chen Meiling | China Daily | Updated: 2024-12-06 08:54 China has launched an integrated work permit and social security card enabling foreigners living in the country to have hassle-free transactions. Shen Zhenning, deputy director of the foreign experts service department of the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security, said that the introduction of the card is of great …

Integrated 'Join in Card' launched for expats

2 weeks, 4 days ago

Integrated 'Join in Card' launched for expats

China Daily

China's first integrated foreigner's work permit and social security card is issued in Jiaxing, Zhejiang province on Tuesday, aiming to provide more convenience for foreigners living in the country. China recently issued its first integrated foreigner's work permit and social security card to provide more convenience for foreigners living in the country. The "Join in Card," available in physical and …

Integrated 'Join in Card' launched for expats

2 weeks, 4 days ago

Integrated 'Join in Card' launched for expats

China Daily

China's first integrated foreigner's work permit and social security card is issued in Jiaxing, Zhejiang province on Tuesday, aiming to provide more convenience for foreigners living in the country. China recently issued its first integrated foreigner's work permit and social security card to provide more convenience for foreigners living in the country. The "Join in Card," available in physical and …

Integrated 'Join in Card' launched for expats

2 weeks, 5 days ago

Integrated 'Join in Card' launched for expats

China Daily

China's first integrated foreigner's work permit and social security card is issued in Jiaxing, Zhejiang province on Tuesday, aiming to provide more convenience for foreigners living in the country. China recently issued its first integrated foreigner's work permit and social security card to provide more convenience for foreigners living in the country. The "Join in Card," available in physical and …

Integrated 'Join in Card' launched for expats

2 weeks, 5 days ago

Integrated 'Join in Card' launched for expats

China Daily

China's first integrated foreigner's work permit and social security card is issued in Jiaxing, Zhejiang province on Tuesday, aiming to provide more convenience for foreigners living in the country. China recently issued its first integrated foreigner's work permit and social security card to provide more convenience for foreigners living in the country. The "Join in Card," available in physical and …

China issues new version of Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card

1 year ago

China issues new version of Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card

China Daily

Xinhua| Updated :2023-12-06 Two applicants display their new Foreign Permanent Resident ID cards on Friday at the Tianjin Municipal Public Security Bureau's Exit and Entry Administration Bureau. TONG YU/CHINA NEWS SERVICE BEIJING -- The National Immigration Administration on Friday put into use a new version of the Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card of the People's Republic of China. These new …

Foreigners' ID card gets hi-tech revamp

1 year, 3 months ago

Foreigners' ID card gets hi-tech revamp

China Daily

By Yang Zekun | China Daily | Updated: September 22, 2023 A sample of the new version of the Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card. CHINA DAILY A new version of the Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card will be officially launched and issued on Dec 1, incorporating new technology for better personal information protection and wider application scenarios, the National Immigration …

Foreigners' ID card gets hi-tech revamp

1 year, 3 months ago

Foreigners' ID card gets hi-tech revamp

China Daily

A sample of the new version of the Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card. CHINA DAILY A new version of the Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card will be officially launched and issued on Dec 1, incorporating new technology for better personal information protection and wider application scenarios, the National Immigration Administration said on Friday. The administration said that enabling the new …

Foreigners' ID card gets hi-tech revamp

1 year, 3 months ago

Foreigners' ID card gets hi-tech revamp

China Daily

A sample of the new version of the Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card. CHINA DAILY A new version of the Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card will be officially launched and issued on Dec 1, incorporating new technology for better personal information protection and wider application scenarios, the National Immigration Administration said on Friday. The administration said that enabling the new …

1 year, 3 months ago

Foreigners' ID card gets hi-tech revamp

China Daily

By Yang Zekun A sample of the new version of the Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card. A new version of the Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card will be officially launched and issued on Dec 1, incorporating new technology for better personal information protection and wider application scenarios, the National Immigration Administration said on Friday. The administration said that enabling the …

Foreigners' ID card gets hi-tech revamp

1 year, 3 months ago

Foreigners' ID card gets hi-tech revamp

China Daily

A sample of the new version of the Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card. CHINA DAILY A new version of the Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card will be officially launched and issued on Dec 1, incorporating new technology for better personal information protection and wider application scenarios, the National Immigration Administration said on Friday. The administration said that enabling the new …

1 year, 3 months ago

Foreigners' ID card gets hi-tech revamp

China Daily

By Yang Zekun A sample of the new version of the Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card. A new version of the Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card will be officially launched and issued on Dec 1, incorporating new technology for better personal information protection and wider application scenarios, the National Immigration Administration said on Friday. The administration said that enabling the …

Foreigners' ID card gets hi-tech revamp

1 year, 3 months ago

Foreigners' ID card gets hi-tech revamp

China Daily

A sample of the new version of the Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card. CHINA DAILY A new version of the Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card will be officially launched and issued on Dec 1, incorporating new technology for better personal information protection and wider application scenarios, the National Immigration Administration said on Friday. The administration said that enabling the new …

Foreigners' ID card gets hi-tech revamp

1 year, 3 months ago

Foreigners' ID card gets hi-tech revamp

China Daily

A sample of the new version of the Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card. CHINA DAILY A new version of the Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card will be officially launched and issued on Dec 1, incorporating new technology for better personal information protection and wider application scenarios, the National Immigration Administration said on Friday. The administration said that enabling the new …

Foreigners' ID card gets hi-tech revamp

1 year, 3 months ago

Foreigners' ID card gets hi-tech revamp

China Daily

A new version of the Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card will be officially launched and issued on Dec 1, incorporating new technology for better personal information protection and wider application scenarios, the National Immigration Administration said on Sept 15. The administration said that enabling the new version of the card is a practical measure to ensure China's high-level openness to …

Upgrades make visa applications easier for expats

1 year, 3 months ago

Upgrades make visa applications easier for expats

China Daily

Foreigners will be able to make appointments and inquiries related to their visas and other documents starting from Oct 9 on the government service platform of the National Immigration Administration. Through the platform, foreign nationals can schedule appointments for services such as visa extensions, renewals, reissues, as well as apply for stay and residence permits. Foreign applicants will also be …

Upgrades make visa applications easier for expats

1 year, 3 months ago

Upgrades make visa applications easier for expats

China Daily

Foreigners will be able to make appointments and inquiries related to their visas and other documents starting from Oct 9 on the government service platform of the National Immigration Administration. Through the platform, foreign nationals can schedule appointments for services such as visa extensions, renewals, reissues, as well as apply for stay and residence permits. Foreign applicants will also be …

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eVisa for UK: How this sudden shift to digital cards sent scores of Indian immigrants into a tizzy?

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Tony Blair calls for roll out of digital ID to tackle immigration and spiralling NHS costs

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Tony Blair calls for roll out of digital ID to tackle immigration and spiralling NHS costs

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Integrated card launched for expats

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PAN card to be launched in new avatar, most forged tax ID globally: Report

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India’s Permanent Account Number card, which stores all tax-related information about a taxpayer, was the top target of forgery among tax identity documents across the world in the year 2024. US firm Entrust’s “2025 Identity Fraud Report” says 27.1 per cent of tax ID forgeries involve India’s PAN card, bringing it to the top in the list. India’s response The …

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PAN 2.0: New card will come in email, applying for physical card to cost ₹50

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PAN 2.0: New card will come in email, applying for physical card to cost ₹50

Hindustan Times

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Modi govt removes 5.8 crore fake ration cards through digital verification

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Modi govt removes 5.8 crore fake ration cards through digital verification

Op India

On Wednesday, the Union Food Ministry informed that the government’s incredible drive towards digitisation has revolutionised India’s Public Distribution System and established new standards for food security initiatives around the world. It further read, “These efforts have resulted in substantial reductions in leakages and enhanced targeting.” The ministry mentioned that almost all of the 20.4 crore ration cards have been …

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Too many digital IDs spoil the broth

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Too many digital IDs spoil the broth

Hindustan Times

In what can be described as nothing but absurd, schools have started distributing forms among minor students, egged on by the Ministry of Education. For those out of the loop, this is a fancy new 12-digit ID, much like Aadhaar, but exclusive to students and is ‘designed’ to track their academic achievements. Too many digital IDs spoil the broth There’s …

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Expats impressed by payment services in Shanghai

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Expats impressed by payment services in Shanghai

China Daily

Shanghai has garnered praise for its seamless financial services catering to both short-term foreign visitors and long-term expat residents, according to feedback from four expats on Oct 25. At the event, Bank of China showcased a range of services, including foreign card payments, currency exchange, mobile payments, and assistance with opening and managing local bank accounts, as well as tax …

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Beijing Takes Lead in Global Payment Facilitation for Foreigners

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Beijing Takes Lead in Global Payment Facilitation for Foreigners

China Daily

Beijing becomes the first city in China to offer foreign bank card convenience for travelers. Starting from the second half of this year, foreign visitors can swipe their overseas issued MasterCard or Visa card to ride on the city's all urban rail lines and its suburban railway S2 line. The city has introduced the Beijing Pass, a multipurpose card designed …

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Beijing Takes Lead in Global Payment Facilitation for Foreigners

China Daily

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Beijing Embraces Foreign Payment Facilitation, Enhances Travel Experience for International Visitors

2 months, 1 week ago

Beijing Embraces Foreign Payment Facilitation, Enhances Travel Experience for International Visitors

China Daily

Beijing's payment facilitation services have greatly benefited international visitors, with the city introducing various services to enhance convenience and accessibility for tourists. These services include foreign bank card acceptance for subway travel, the Beijing Pass multi-purpose card, and improved public transportation infrastructure with translation devices and bilingual reminders. The city is also exploring international app integrations and QR code scanning …

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Mastercard wants to get rid of card numbers for online shopping

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Mastercard wants to get rid of card numbers for online shopping

Live Mint

-- Mastercard Inc. is expanding its efforts to eliminate the use of credit card numbers when customers make purchases online in a bid to fight fraud. A decade after it first unveiled a technology that replaces consumers’ card numbers with so-called tokens, the company is now processing 1 billion such transactions every week, Chief Executive Officer Michael Miebach said in …

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Beijing to introduce travel pass for foreign visitors

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Beijing to introduce travel pass for foreign visitors

China Daily

This photo taken on July 31, 2024 shows Beijing Pass, a multi-purpose card for international visitors, in Beijing, capital of China. Beijing's public transportation system is set to become more foreigner-friendly, with the Chinese capital testing the feasibility of introducing an all-in-one city travel pass. For starters, the Beijing Pass will enhance the convenience of subway travel for foreign visitors, …

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Beijing to introduce travel pass for foreign visitors

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Beijing to introduce travel pass for foreign visitors

China Daily

This photo taken on July 31, 2024 shows Beijing Pass, a multi-purpose card for international visitors, in Beijing, capital of China. Beijing's public transportation system is set to become more foreigner-friendly, with the Chinese capital testing the feasibility of introducing an all-in-one city travel pass. For starters, the Beijing Pass will enhance the convenience of subway travel for foreign visitors, …

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Foreigners embrace enhanced payment services in China

5 months, 1 week ago

Foreigners embrace enhanced payment services in China

China Daily

China's visa-free policy and other measures have substantially boosted international exchanges. As flights to China return to pre-pandemic levels, the country has welcomed 12.09 million foreign visitors from January to May-end 2024, with 7.01 million utilizing the visa-free policy, according to the National Immigration Administration. Many foreign visitors rely on bank cards and cash, while mobile payment are the prevalent …

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Foreigners embrace enhanced payment services in China

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Foreigners embrace enhanced payment services in China

China Daily

China's visa-free policy and other measures have substantially boosted international exchanges. As flights to China return to pre-pandemic levels, the country has welcomed 12.09 million foreign visitors from January to May-end 2024, with 7.01 million utilizing the visa-free policy, according to the National Immigration Administration. Many foreign visitors rely on bank cards and cash, while mobile payment are the prevalent …

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Minister rejects Blair’s ID card call two hours after refusing to rule it out

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Minister rejects Blair’s ID card call two hours after refusing to rule it out

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Talking Business | Foreigners embrace enhanced payment services in China

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Foreigners embrace enhanced payment services in China

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Visa’s Mark Nelsen wants to make your plastic credit card obsolete

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Visa’s Mark Nelsen wants to make your plastic credit card obsolete

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Hotels must enhance services for foreign guests

6 months, 3 weeks ago

Hotels must enhance services for foreign guests

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China specifies steps to improve payment services in tourist attractions

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China specifies steps to improve payment services in tourist attractions

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Apps simplify expense steps for foreign users

China Daily

Chinese mobile payment service providers are making it easier for overseas visitors to pay for their daily purchases online, as part of a broader drive by the nation to improve the payment experiences of foreigners. Alipay allows foreigners in China to link their international bank cards, including Visa, Mastercard, JCB and Discover Global Network, to its mobile payment tool, greatly …

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Visitors to benefit from payments revamp

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Visitors to benefit from payments revamp

China Daily

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Apps simplify expense steps for foreign users

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Visitors to benefit from payments revamp

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Visitors to benefit from payments revamp

China Daily

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Visitors to benefit from payments revamp

8 months, 2 weeks ago

Visitors to benefit from payments revamp

China Daily

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China improves tourist payment options for elderly, international travelers

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China improves tourist payment options for elderly, international travelers

China Daily

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Mastercard eyes booming Chinese consumer market

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Mastercard eyes booming Chinese consumer market

China Daily

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Shanghai strives to provide better services to global talents, overseas visitors

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Shanghai strives to provide better services to global talents, overseas visitors

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Multilingual Alipay to enhance foreigners' e-payment experiences

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Multilingual Alipay to enhance foreigners' e-payment experiences

China Daily

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PBOC releases guide to payment services for foreigners

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PBOC releases guide to payment services for foreigners

China Daily

The People's Bank of China, the country's central bank, has released a guide to payment services in China on Thursday as the latest step of the country's continuous efforts to optimize the payment experience of foreigners. Available in both English and Chinese, the guide introduces a variety of payment methods accessible to foreigners in China -- ranging from bank cards …

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PBOC releases guide to payment services for foreigners

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PBOC releases guide to payment services for foreigners

China Daily

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Making payment easier for foreigners, seniors

9 months, 3 weeks ago

Making payment easier for foreigners, seniors

China Daily

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China updates train ticket purchasing for foreigners

1 year ago

China updates train ticket purchasing for foreigners

China Daily

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China updates train ticket purchasing for foreigners

1 year ago

China updates train ticket purchasing for foreigners

China Daily

A train runs on the Changchun-Hunchun high-speed line in Changchun, Jilin province. China has recently optimized its train ticket purchasing and checking services for international travelers, the China State Railway Group Co said on Nov 28. According to a release posted at the company's official WeChat account on the evening of Nov 28, holders of the current version of foreign …

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China updates train ticket purchasing for foreigners

1 year ago

China updates train ticket purchasing for foreigners

China Daily

China has recently optimized its train ticket purchasing and checking services for international travelers, the China State Railway Group Co said on Tuesday. According to a release posted at the company's official WeChat account on Tuesday evening, holders of the current version of foreign permanent resident ID cards can register at 12306, the State-run train ticket booking platform, and purchase …

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