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China adjusts cross-border adoption policy
August 19, 2026
The Chinese government has adjusted its cross-border adoption policy in line with the spirit of relevant international covenants.
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Division of property involved in foreign-related divorces
March 24, 2023
When the property dispute is involved in the divorce, it is not always able to be resolved in the divorce proceedings.
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Pingcheng uses appointment system for marriage registration
August 18, 2021
The marriage registration office of Pingcheng district in Datong city recently implemented an appointment system for marriage registration.
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Couples seeking divorce given some breathing space
June 9, 2021
30-day cooling-off period offers time to reflect on divorce in China.
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Regional measures to stop domestic violence take effect in Shanxi
March 2, 2021
Shanxi province officially implemented "Shanxi Province's Domestic Violence Prevention and Disposal Measures" on March 1.
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Application for foreign-related divorce
August 28, 2020
A marriage in China between a foreigner and a Chinese citizen or between two foreigners is considered a "foreign-related marriage". All cases of divorce in China concerning a foreign-related marriage must be filed with the court.
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Basic procedures for foreign-related marriage registration
August 28, 2020
To apply for marriage registration in China, partners of the contemplated marriage should prepare the relevant certificates and go to the local Bureau of Civil Affairs.
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Regulations on marriage and divorce
August 28, 2020
Marriage between Chinese citizens and foreigners refers to marriage between Chinese citizens and foreign nationals, including Chinese holding foreign nationality, foreign nationals and stateless persons residing in China.
