I'm a PhD holder and foreign national who wants to apply for a PR card in Shenzhen. I'd like to clarify whether this PhD pathway is only for PhD holders of Chinese descent, or whether any non-Chinese PhD holder working in Shenzhen can apply.
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Public Security Bureau of Shenzhen Municipality
Updated: 2026-10-14 14:10
Public Security Bureau of Shenzhen Municipality: You may follow the WeChat official account "Shenzhen Public Security". Go to Government Services – Exit-Entry Services – Service Guidelines – Foreigner Permanent Residence ID Card for reference.
Shenzhen Exit-Entry Consultation Hotline: 0755-12367.