When Would I Need a Cross-Border Permit?

To comply with China's laws and regulations on cross-border communication, you need to apply for a cross-border permit before you can buy a bandwidth package for communication between the Chinese mainland and another country or region. Cloud Connect is now live in four geographic regions, and a cross-border permit is required in the following scenarios:

• Communication between the Chinese mainland and Asia Pacific
• Communication between the Chinese mainland and Southern Africa
• Communication between the Chinese mainland and western Latin America

To apply for a cross-border permit, you need to prepare the required materials stamped with your company's official seal and submit an application. China Unicom will review and approve the application within one working day. After the application is approved, you can buy bandwidth packages.