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How Foreign Founders Can Request Government Information from the Xinjiang Regional Government
A practical guide for foreign founders on accessing government information in Xinjiang, including application procedures, required documents, and contact details.
Accessing Government Information in Xinjiang: A Guide for Foreign Founders
For foreign founders establishing or operating a business in China, understanding how to obtain government information is essential. This guide outlines the process for requesting information from the General Office of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region People's Government, based on the official government information disclosure guidelines.
Who Can Apply and What Information Is Available
According to the regulations, in addition to proactively disclosed government information, citizens, legal entities, and other organizations (referred to as "applicants") may apply to the agency to obtain government information. This means foreign founders, whether individuals or through their companies, can request information that is not already publicly available.
Application Procedures
To request government information from the General Office of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region People's Government, applicants must complete the "Government Information Disclosure Application Form" (hereinafter the "Application Form"). The form can be obtained from the receiving agency or downloaded from the regional government portal (www.xinjiang.gov.cn). Copies are valid.
Required Information in the Application
The application must truthfully include the following details:
- Applicant's name or entity name, valid identification, and contact information.
- Name, document number, or other characteristic description of the requested government information that facilitates the agency's search. The description should be clear and detailed to help the receiving agency identify the information.
- Form requirements for the government information, including the manner and channel for obtaining the information.
- Identification requirements: For in-person applications, a valid ID must be presented; for applications submitted by mail, a copy of valid ID must be attached to the application form; 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:
1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Online Submission
Email: [email protected]. After sending the email, please call 0991-2383723 to confirm receipt.
Contact and Working Hours
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 Information
The regional government portal (www.xinjiang.gov.cn) provides various resources, including government information disclosure guidelines, policies, and annual reports. The Application Form is available for download as an attachment. For further details, applicants can visit the website or contact the office directly.
This summary is based on information published by the relevant Chinese government website and is general information, not legal or tax advice.