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Accessing Government Information in Xinjiang: A Practical Guide for Foreign Founders
A concise guide on how foreign founders can request government information from the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region People's Government Office, including procedures, required documents, and contact details.
Accessing Government Information in Xinjiang: A Practical Guide for Foreign Founders
For foreign founders establishing or operating a company in China, understanding how to obtain government information is essential for compliance and informed decision-making. This guide outlines the process for requesting government information from the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region People's Government Office, based on official published procedures.
What Information Can Be Requested?
In addition to government information that is proactively disclosed, citizens, legal persons, and other organizations (referred to as "applicants") may apply to the office to obtain government information. This means foreign founders can request specific documents or data that are not publicly available by following the established application process.
Application Procedures
To request government information from the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region People's Government Office, applicants must complete the "Government Information Disclosure Application Form" (hereinafter referred to as the "Application Form"). The form can be obtained from the receiving agency or downloaded from the regional government portal website (www.xinjiang.gov.cn). Copies are valid.
The application must accurately include the following details:
- Applicant Information: Name or title, valid identification, and contact information.
- Information Description: The name, document number, or other characteristic description of the government information requested, which should be clear and detailed enough to help the receiving agency identify the content.
- Format Requirements: The desired form of the information, including the method and channel of obtaining it.
- Identification: For in-person applications, a valid ID must be presented; for postal applications, a copy of valid ID must be attached; for email applications, a scanned copy or photo of valid ID must be provided.
Submission Methods
Applicants can submit their requests through the following channels:
In-Person Submission
Address: No. 479 Zhongshan Road, Urumqi City, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.
Working Hours: Summer: 10:00–14:00 and 16:00–20:00; Winter: 10:00–14:00 and 15:30–19:30 (excluding public holidays).
Contact Phone: 0991-2383723.
Postal Submission
Address: No. 479 Zhongshan Road, Urumqi City, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Postal Code: 830002.
Note: Please mark "Government Information Disclosure Application" on the envelope.
Online Submission
Email: [email protected]. After sending the email, please call 0991-2383723 to confirm receipt.
Receiving Agency Contact Information
Receiving Agency: General Office of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region People's Government.
Working Hours: Summer: 10:00–14:00 and 16:00–20:00; Winter: 10:00–14:00 and 15:30–19:30 (excluding public holidays).
Address: No. 479 Zhongshan Road, Urumqi City, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.
Phone: 0991-2383723.
Additional Considerations for Foreign Founders
When preparing your application, ensure all information is accurate and complete to facilitate processing. The application form is available for download from the official website, and electronic submissions require follow-up confirmation by phone. Keep copies of all documents submitted for your records.
This summary is based on information published by the relevant Chinese government website and is general information, not legal or tax advice.