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Q: Asking for hukou when they ask for passport - proper response?
I have been stopped twice already by people in Beijing, who asked me where I'm from, what I'm doing here, and then asking to see my passport. Random people. Not police.
Some friends said the best response was to ask to see their hukou first, since many might have issues with that. It sounds a little passive aggressive though. I'm just feeling very uncomfortable with this situation
11 years 48 weeks ago in Health & Safety - China
If a total stranger approaches me on the street, and ask to see my passport in civilian clothes, the first thing I will do is to inquire who is he, and to show some type of ID.
If he complies, and he is in some official capacity, I will show (not hand him) him the passport. Now, if a person in a Police uniform approaches me, I will have no problem showing it to him or her.
But asking for the person's hukou booklet will not tell me anything of value in my mind.
For those who may be interested, and from Global Times :
Campaign Targets
Illegal behaviors
Illegally enter China:
The foreigners enter China without a legal visa, border inspection See No 1
Illegally stay in China:
The foreigners stay in China with an expired visa See No 2
Illegally work in China:
The foreigners have a job in China without a working permitPunishment
1.- 1,000 to 10,000 yuan's fine;
3 days to 10 days' detention;
leave China within a time limit
2.- 500 to 5,000 yuan's fine;
3 days to 10 days' detention;
leave China within a time limit
3 .- 500 yuan to 1,000 yuan's fine;
stop working;
leave China within a time limit
Official Voices:
●During the campaign, police will check foreigners have necessary documents. Those found to be "illegally staying" will receive punishments according to the law.
●Beijing residents are encouraged to report such violations by calling the bureau's hotline.
●Downtown area, such as Sanlitun, will be the key places.
●Police remind the foreigners to keep the passport or valid documentation with them.
Wow, I always viewed Chinese as opportunist for business but that really takes the cake. i do believe I would just walk away
If they are in uniform, I will gladly comply.
If they are in civilian clothes , I will ask it they are police. If so, I will comply. If not, I will just walk away without a word.
