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How Foreign Founders Can Request Government Information in Xinjiang
A practical guide for foreign founders on accessing non-public government information from the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region People's Government General Office, including eligibility, procedures, required materials, and contact details.
Accessing Government Information in Xinjiang: A Guide for Foreign Founders
For foreign founders establishing or operating a company in China, understanding local government procedures is essential. Beyond information that is proactively disclosed, citizens, legal persons, and other organizations—referred to as "applicants"—may request access to government information from relevant authorities. This guide outlines the process for requesting information from the General Office of the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region People's Government, based on official published details.
Who Can Apply?
Any citizen, legal person, or other organization (including foreign-invested enterprises) may apply to obtain government information that is not proactively disclosed. This right is explicitly provided under the government information disclosure framework.
Application Procedure
To request information from the General Office, applicants must complete the "Government Information Disclosure Application Form" (hereinafter the Application Form). The form is available for collection at the receiving office or can be downloaded from the regional government portal (www.xinjiang.gov.cn). Copies are valid.
The application must accurately include the following details:
- Applicant information: Full name or organization name, valid identification, and contact details.
- Description of information requested: The name, document number, or other characteristic description that helps the administrative organ locate the information. The description should be clear and detailed to assist the receiving office in identifying the content.
- Form requirements: The desired format for receiving the information, including the method and channel of access.
- Identification verification: For in-person applications, a valid ID must be presented. For postal applications, a copy of valid ID must be attached to the form. For email applications, a scanned copy or photo of valid ID must be provided.
Submission Methods
Applicants may submit requests through the following channels:
1. In-Person Submission
Address: No. 479 Zhongshan Road, Urumqi City, Xinjiang Uyghur 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.
2. Postal Submission
Address: No. 479 Zhongshan Road, Urumqi City, Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region.
Postal code: 830002.
Note: Please mark "Government Information Disclosure Application" on the envelope.
3. Online Submission
Email: [email protected]. After sending the email, please call 0991-2383723 to confirm receipt.
Receiving Office and Contact Information
Receiving office: General Office of the Xinjiang Uyghur 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 Uyghur Autonomous Region.
Phone: 0991-2383723.
Key Points for Foreign Founders
- Ensure your application includes a clear and detailed description of the information sought to facilitate processing.
- Provide valid identification as required for your chosen submission method.
- If submitting by email, follow up with a phone call to confirm receipt.
- Observe the working hours for in-person submissions, noting the difference between summer and winter schedules.
- The Application Form can be downloaded from the official government portal.
This guide is intended to help foreign founders navigate the process of requesting government information in Xinjiang. For specific legal or compliance questions, always consult with a qualified professional.
This summary is based on information published by the relevant Chinese government website and is general information, not legal or tax advice.