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How Foreign Founders Can Request Government Information in Xinjiang: A Practical Guide

A guide for foreign founders on requesting government information from the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region People's Government Office, including procedures, required documents, and contact details.

Accessing Government Information in Xinjiang: What Foreign Founders Need to Know

For foreign founders establishing or operating a company in China, understanding how to obtain government information can be crucial. This guide outlines the process for requesting government information from the General Office of the People's Government of Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, based on official published procedures.

Who Can Apply

According to the source, in addition to proactively disclosed government information, citizens, legal persons, or other organizations (referred to as "applicants") may apply to the relevant agency to obtain government information. This means foreign founders and their companies, as legal persons or organizations, are eligible to submit requests.

Where and When to Apply

The accepting agency is the General Office of the People's Government of Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region. The office is located at No. 479 Zhongshan Road, Urumqi City, Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region. The contact phone number is 0991-2383723.

Working hours are divided into summer and winter schedules (excluding public holidays):

• Summer: 10:00–14:00 and 16:00–20:00
• Winter: 10:00–14:00 and 15:30–19:30

How to Submit a Request

Applicants must fill out the "Government Information Disclosure Application Form of the General Office of the People's Government of Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region" (the Application Form). The form can be obtained from the accepting agency or downloaded from the regional government portal (www.xinjiang.gov.cn). Both original and copied forms are valid.

The Application Form must accurately include the following information:

• The applicant's name or organization name, valid identification, and contact information.
• The name, document number, or other descriptive features of the government information requested, sufficient to assist the agency in locating the information. The description should be clear and detailed.
• The preferred format for receiving the information, including the method and channel of access.
• 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 requests through the following channels:

• In person: At the address above during the working hours listed.
• By post: Send to No. 479 Zhongshan Road, Urumqi City, Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, Postal code: 830002. Please mark "Government Information Disclosure Application" on the envelope.
• Online: Send an email to [email protected]. After sending, please call 0991-2383723 to confirm receipt.

Practical Tips for Foreign Founders

When preparing your request, ensure all required details are provided accurately to avoid delays. Since the process involves official procedures, it may be helpful to have a local representative or legal advisor assist with translations and submissions if you are not fluent in Chinese. Keep copies of all documents submitted and note the confirmation call for email submissions.

This guide is based on the official government information disclosure procedures and is intended to provide general guidance. For specific legal or tax advice, please consult a professional.

This summary is based on information published by the relevant Chinese government website and is general information, not legal or tax advice.

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