Essential Guide! Official Information Portals for Foreigners in Hubei (Must-Save)

To help foreigners living, working, studying and traveling in Hubei and Wuhan conveniently and accurately obtain various official information, we have compiled this most comprehensive and...
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To help foreigners living, working, studying and traveling in Hubei and Wuhan conveniently and accurately obtain various official information, we have compiled this most comprehensive and authoritative collection of official information portals. All platforms are officially operated by the government, with real-time updated, safe and reliable information. It is recommended to save for future use.

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I. Comprehensive Service Platform: One-Stop Solution for All Needs

1. "Charming Hubei" Foreign Talent Comprehensive Service Platform (Full English)

Official Launch Date: April 30, 2026Organizer: Foreign Talent Research Center of the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security, Department of Science and Technology of Hubei Province (Hubei Provincial Administration of Foreign Experts Affairs)

This is a full English one-stop comprehensive service platformspecially created for foreigners in Hubei. It has carefully set up eight columns, fully covering all scenarios for foreign talents in Hubei, including life, work, entrepreneurship, tourism and study:

  • Government service guides for work permits, residence permits, social security, medical insurance, children's education, etc.
  • Practical life information on housing, food, entertainment and transportation
  • Employment and entrepreneurship opportunities and policy support
  • Introduction to Jingchu culture and international exchange activity information
  • Legal consultation and rights protection services

Official Link: http://www.chinatalent.org.cn/hubei/

II. Entry-Exit and Visa Services: Authoritative Policy Inquiry and Handling

1. National Immigration Administration Government Service Platform

Service Content:

  • Online appointment for visa extension, replacement, reissuance and stay/residence permit applications
  • Inquiry of personal visa document information and processing progress
  • Inquiry of detailed information of entry-exit service halls nationwide (address, time, phone number)
  • Download of various application forms and service guides
  • Online family and friends assistance service for foreigners who have difficulty using mobile devices such as the elderly and children

Access Methods:

  • Official Website: https://s.nia.gov.cn/
  • Mobile APP: "Immigration Bureau 12367"
  • WeChat/Alipay Mini Program: Search "Immigration Bureau 12367"

2. Wuhan Municipal Public Security Bureau Entry-Exit Administration

Service Content:

  • Processing of foreigner visas, stay and residence permits
  • Acceptance of permanent residence applications
  • Consultation on 240-hour visa-free transit policy
  • Online independent registration for foreigners' non-hotel accommodation

Official Website: http://gat.hubei.gov.cn/bmdt/ztzl/whcrj/Consultation Hotline: 027-8539537024-Hour Service Hotline: 12367

III. Cultural Tourism and International Event Information

1. Hubei Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism

Service Content:

  • Opening information, ticket prices and reservation methods of scenic spots across the province
  • Previews of various cultural exhibitions and performances
  • Information on international cultural exchange activities
  • Download of multilingual cultural and tourism promotional materials
  • Information on "Zhiyin Hubei" global promotion activities

Official Website: http://wlt.hubei.gov.cn/English Column: http://wlt.hubei.gov.cn/english/

2. English Portal of Hubei Provincial People's Government

Service Content:

  • Latest news and policy interpretation of Hubei Province (in English)
  • International exchange and cooperation dynamics
  • Investment environment and business opportunities introduction
  • Display of Hubei's culture, history and tourism resources
  • Special column "Foreigners in Hubei"The people's government of hubei province

Official Website: http://en.hubei.gov.cn/

3. Wuhan Tianhe International Airport Official Website

Service Content:

  • Real-time inquiry and dynamic tracking of international and domestic flights
  • Airport service facilities and transportation guides
  • Transfer service information (including free accommodation reservation)
  • Entry clearance procedures and precautions
  • Baggage regulations and special passenger services

Official Website: http://www.whairport.com/Transfer Service Mini Program: "Wuhan Tianhe International Airport Transfer Passenger Service"

IV. Government and Life Services

1. Hubei Government Service Network

Service Content:

  • Online handling of various government service matters
  • Application and progress inquiry of foreigners' work permits in China
  • Inquiry of social security, medical insurance, housing fund and other livelihood services
  • Enterprise registration, tax registration and other commercial services
  • Download of policy documents and service guides

Official Website: http://zwfw.hubei.gov.cn/International Talent Service Window: Area E, 2nd Floor, Citizen's Home, No. 117 Jinqiao Avenue, Jiang'an District, Wuhan

2. Foreign Affairs Office of Wuhan Municipal Committee of the Communist Party of China

Service Content:

  • Online application for verification of invitation letters for foreigners to China
  • Handling of official overseas visits
  • Approval of international conferences and activities
  • Foreign affairs etiquette and safety knowledge training

Official Website: https://www.whswwb.org.cn/

V. Emergency Contact and Assistance Channels

  • Police: 110

  • Fire Department: 119

  • Medical Emergency: 120

  • Consular Protection and Assistance: +86-10-12308

  • Hubei Entry-Exit Inspection and Quarantine Bureau Consultation: 027-85818888

  • Wuhan Tianhe Airport Service Hotline: 027-96577


 
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