外籍朋友还在为来莞“摸不着头脑”发愁吗？签证怎么办？交通怎么坐？哪里有好吃好玩的？近日，“i莞家”App英文版重磅上线，直接帮大家解决在莞生活的各种问题。无论是来莞工作、求学、旅游还是经商，从入门到精通，所需服务通通触手可及，再也不用到处求攻略啦！

For many newcomers, arriving in Dongguan can feel overwhelming. Questions quickly pile up: How to apply for a visa? How does public transport work? Where to eat, live, or explore?

Now, there's a single answer to all of them.

The English version of the "i Guanjia" App has officially launched, designed to provide foreign residents, students, business people, and visitors with a seamless, one-stop digital service platform. From first arrival to long-term living, everything you need is now at your fingertips.

聚焦外籍朋友核心需求，签证、居留、工作许可及社保卡等相关手续现已化繁为简。流程规范透明，各项服务一目了然，不再为流程不清、材料不全而烦恼。

The app puts essential administrative services into one streamlined system. Through "i Guanjia", users can clearly understand what documents are required and how each procedure works before starting any application.

签证服务 Visa Services：

提供清晰的出入境流程指引，以及签证补发、换发等相关服务说明。

Clear guidance on entry-exit procedures, visa renewals, replacements, and extensions.

工作许可 Work Permit：

支持在线完成外国人工作许可的初次申请、延期、变更、换发及注销，并附详细操作步骤。

Apply, renew, modify, extend or cancel work permits entirely online, with step-by-step instructions.

居留许可 Residence Permit：

涵盖个人事务、团聚、学习、记者等各类居留许可的办理指南，以及外国人住宿登记服务。

Comprehensive guides for all categories, including personal affairs, family reunion, study, and journalism, plus accommodation registration.

永久居留身份证Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card：

可在线申请外国人永久居留身份证的初次申领、换领、补领，所需材料一目了然。

Apply, renew, or replace your Foreign Permanent Resident ID with transparent requirements.

社保卡服务 Social Security Card：

提供外籍朋友社保卡办理、挂失、补换及使用相关指引，便捷享受社保相关权益。

Easy access to application, replacement, and usage guidance for social benefits.

更多服务 More：

点击“更多”，可查看该板块全部相关服务，满足各类个性化需求。

If you have other needs, users can click "More" to view all relevant services in this section, which cater to a wide range of requirements.

提供公交、地铁实时查询及低空飞行相关服务，满足基础出行需求。

Visitors can get around the city with confidence through integrated real-time public transport services, including buses and metro systems, along with emerging low-altitude mobility services, offering a forward-looking glimpse into urban transportation.

广东境外游客服务手册：涵盖境外银行卡支付、移动支付、人民币现金、账户服务及数字人民币等多元支付方式，为外籍朋友打造安全便捷、包容多样的支付服务体验。

Handbook for Overseas Visitors to Guangdong: Users can learn how to use international bank cards, mobile payment platforms, and cash, as well as how to set up local accounts if needed. The app also introduces digital RMB, helping users understand newer payment methods.

即时退税：详解外籍游客在华购物即时退税政策，让每一次购物都更具性价比。

Foreign Tourists to Enjoy Instant Tax Refund in China: It has detailed explanations of tax refund policies for overseas visitors, making shopping more rewarding and transparent.

闲暇之余，一起解锁东莞的人文与风光，沉浸式感受这座城市的独特魅力。

Beyond practical services, the app opens a window into the city's cultural and lifestyle richness.

住宿服务 Accommodations

汇聚优质住宿资源，满足商务出行、休闲度假等不同入住需求。

Users can browse accommodation options based on their needs, whether they are visiting for business or leisure.

热门景点Attractions

探索东莞热门景点，涵盖文化遗产地、公园及风景名胜区。

Visitors can also discover popular attractions, including cultural sites, parks, and scenic areas.

游玩攻略 Travel Routes

提供四季赏花、森林公园游览、时令打卡等特色游玩线路与出行贴士。

For those who want more structured experiences, the app provides travel suggestions such as seasonal flower routes or nature-focused outings.

文体场所Culture and Sports

覆盖城市规划展览馆、玉兰大剧院、科技馆、图书馆、美术馆等公共文化空间。

It also introduces cultural venues like exhibition halls, theaters, museums, libraries and galleries, offering ideas for weekend activities.

民俗文化 Folk Art

展示千角灯、茶山公仔、咸水歌、木鱼歌、七夕贡案、客家山歌、龙舟制作、粤剧等东莞非遗项目。

In addition, users can learn about Dongguan’s intangible cultural heritage. By exploring traditions such as Thousand-angle Lanterns, Chashan Dolls, Cantonese opera, Hakka folk songs, dragon boat craftsmanship, and local folk arts, they gain a deeper understanding of the city beyond its modern image.

Living in Dongguan

生活服务

聚焦外籍朋友日常核心需求，涵盖停居留服务、社保卡办理、支付服务等，流程清晰，办事省心。

For international residents, the service focuses on essential daily needs, covering visa and residency permits, social security card applications, and payment solutions. With clear procedures, handling affairs is straightforward and worry-free.

Employment

就业服务

为外籍就业人士提供包括工作许可在线办理、海外高端及急需紧缺人才认定与补贴申领，以及求职资源与在莞就业生活指南。

If a user is working in Dongguan, they can find guidance on work permits, talent recognition programs, and available support policies. If they are looking for job opportunities, the app also points them toward relevant resources.

Business

创业服务

赋能外籍创业者，提供商务签证邀请函办理、广东省商务签证新政解读，以及创业政策指引等服务。

For entrepreneurs, the app explains how to obtain business visa invitation letters and understand local policies that support startups and investment.

Education

求学服务

护航外籍学子成长，提供学生类居留许可办理指南，解决求学相关难题。

Students and families can use the app to  learn how to apply for student residence permits.

Living in China

在华生活

指南国家移民管理局Living in China权威内容，提供全方位生活手册，涵盖日常起居、医疗服务、社保使用等实用信息，解决外籍朋友在莞生活各类疑问。

Living in a new city also means staying updated. The app includes a comprehensive “Living in China” guide, which helps users understand everyday topics such as healthcare services and social security usage.

DongguanToday

今日东莞公众号

及时推送城市新闻、天气预警、特色活动，让您及时了解东莞动态，便捷获取各类生活资讯。

In addition, users can follow real-time city updates through the DongguanToday channel, where they can check news, weather alerts, and upcoming events.

“i莞家”App凭借英文界面无语言壁垒、官方权威有保障、一站式覆盖全场景、实时更新不落后等核心优势，为外籍朋友打造便捷在莞生活，快推荐给你身边的外籍朋友，立即下载“i莞家”App，无论短期来访还是长期定居，都能享受贴心服务，助力安心生活、稳步发展！

▲扫码下载App

Scan the QR code to download the App

With its English interface, official reliability, all-in-one functionality, and real-time updates, the "i Guanjia" App is redefining how foreigners experience Dongguan. Whether visiting for a short stay or building a long-term future, this app provides the clarity, convenience, and confidence needed to thrive in the city.

Recommend it to your international friends today, and let Dongguan feel like home from day one.

南方+记者 陈琬莹

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