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How Foreign Founders Can Request Government Information in Xinjiang: A Practical Guide
A guide for foreign founders on how to request government information from the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region People's Government Office, including application procedures, required materials, and contact details.
Accessing Government Information in Xinjiang: What Foreign Founders Need to Know
For foreign entrepreneurs establishing or operating a business in China, understanding how to obtain government information is essential. This guide outlines the process for requesting government information from the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region People's Government Office, based on official published procedures. It is intended for foreign founders who need to access specific government documents that are not proactively disclosed.
Who Can Apply?
According to the official guidelines, in addition to information that is proactively made public, citizens, legal persons, or other organizations (referred to as "applicants") may apply to the government office to obtain government information. This means foreign founders representing a legal entity or as individuals can submit requests, provided they follow the required procedures.
Application Procedure
To request government information from the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region People's Government Office, applicants must complete the "Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region People's Government Office Government Information Disclosure Application Form" (hereinafter referred to as the "Application Form"). The form can be obtained from the receiving office or downloaded from the regional government portal website (www.xinjiang.gov.cn). Copies are valid.
The application must accurately include the following details:
- Applicant information: Name or title, valid identification, and contact information.
- Description of the information requested: The name, document number, or other characteristic description that facilitates the administrative organ's search. The requested information should be described clearly and in detail to help the receiving office identify the content.
- Format requirements: The desired form of the information, including the method and channel of obtaining it.
- Identification verification: For in-person applications, a valid ID must be presented; for applications sent by postal mail, a copy of the valid ID must be attached to the application form; for email applications, a scanned copy or photo of the valid ID must be provided.
Submission Methods
Applicants can submit their requests through the following channels:
- In person: 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 holidays). Contact phone: 0991-2383723.
- By postal mail: Address: No. 479 Zhongshan Road, Urumqi City, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Postal code: 830002. Please mark "Government Information Disclosure Application" on the envelope.
- Online: Email: [email protected]. After sending the email, please call 0991-2383723 to confirm receipt.
Contact and Office Hours
The receiving office is the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region People's Government Office. Working hours are:
- Summer: 10:00–14:00 and 16:00–20:00
- Winter: 10:00–14:00 and 15:30–19:30
(Excluding public holidays.)
Contact address: No. 479 Zhongshan Road, Urumqi City, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Contact phone: 0991-2383723.
Additional Information
The official website also provides links to various government information disclosure guidelines, systems, proactively disclosed content, and annual reports from 2008 to 2025. Applicants are encouraged to review these resources to understand what information is already publicly available before submitting a request.
For foreign founders, it is advisable to prepare the application carefully, ensuring all required details are included to facilitate a smooth process. If assistance is needed, consider consulting with local legal or business advisors who are familiar with Chinese administrative procedures.
This summary is based on information published by the relevant Chinese government website and is general information, not legal or tax advice.