Foreign friends can buy houses in Shanghai, whether they are single or in a family!

Foreigners need to meet the following eligibility criteria when purchasing a property in Shanghai: Identity, Residence and Work - Hold a Chinese Permanent Residence Identity Card. - Or hold valid identity documents such as a passport, residence permit or work visa, and provide a labor contract in Shanghai for more than one year, an employment certificate, and a photocopy of the company's business license (with the official seal), to prove a stable living or working status in Shanghai. Marital Status - Whether single or married, foreigners can purchase a property, but it must be for self - occupancy purposes. Tax and Finance - Provide an individual income tax return for more than one year or a social security record of continuous payment for one year. - Also provide proof of the source of funds, such as a bank deposit certificate, a salary income certificate, or a certificate of overseas funds transfer, etc., to ensure that the funds for purchasing a property are legal and compliant.