Within 24 hours after moving into the apartment you will need to go through the temporary accommodation registration procedure.
Procedures:
1. Go to local police station to apply for Registration Form of Temporary Residence with your passport and lease agreement.
2. Log on to the website of Shanghai Exit-Entry Administration Corps (Website:https://gaj.sh.gov.cn/crj/homeZ). Click the button Online Application for Temporary Residence of Foreigners in Scattered Areas, sign up and fill in your accommodation information in the registration system. Download and print out Registration Form of Temporary Residence. Or use WeChat to scan the QR code below.
Notice: During your studies in China, you must report any address changes through the same procedure within 24 hours of moving.