The requirements for foreigners to apply for certificates at the Canton Fair are as follows:
1、 Requirements for processing overseas purchaser certificates
1. Online registration
-Overseas buyers need to log in to the official website of the Canton Fair for online registration, fill in personal basic information, company information, contact information, and other content.
-Ensure that the information provided is true, accurate, and complete in order to pass the review smoothly.
2. Submit materials
-A scanned copy of a valid passport or other international travel document, which must be within its validity period and have sufficient blank visa pages.
-Recent bareheaded photos must comply with the size and format requirements set by the Canton Fair.
-Scanned copies of the company’s business license or business registration certificate (if applicable), used to verify the business identity of the purchaser.
3. Review and payment
-The organizer of the Canton Fair reviews the submitted application materials, which usually takes several working days.
-After approval, the purchaser is required to pay the certification fee in accordance with regulations. The fee standards may vary depending on different types of documents and services.
4. certificate collection
-Overseas buyers can choose to collect their documents at a designated location at the Canton Fair, or they can mail the documents to a designated address based on the courier service options provided by the organizer.
2、 Regulations on the Use of Documents
1. Validity period
-The Canton Fair certificate is generally only valid during the current Canton Fair period and needs to be reissued after expiration.
2. Scope of use
-The certificate is for personal use only and cannot be lent to others.
-Vouchers can enter the designated exhibition area of the Canton Fair to participate in business activities such as exhibitions and negotiations.
3. Comply with regulations
-Overseas buyers are required to comply with Chinese laws and regulations, as well as the rules and regulations of the Canton Fair, during the Canton Fair period.
-If the regulations are violated, the qualification to use the certificate may be revoked and corresponding legal responsibilities shall be borne.
3、 Special circumstances explanation
1. Invitation letter
-For some invited overseas buyers, it may be necessary to provide an invitation letter issued by the Canton Fair organizer or relevant units to speed up the document processing process.
2. Visa requirements
-Overseas buyers need to apply for the corresponding Chinese visa in advance based on their nationality and China’s visa policies to ensure smooth entry and participation in the Canton Fair.
3. Changes and Supplements
-If there are any changes to the identification information or if the identification is lost or damaged, one should promptly apply to the Canton Fair organizer for changes or replacement procedures, and submit relevant materials and pay fees as required.
Foreigners shall register, submit materials, pay fees and obtain certificates in strict accordance with the requirements when handling the certificates of the Canton Fair, and abide by various regulations during the use of certificates.
