Chinese phrase
开通需要什么手续？ kāi tōng xū yào shén me shǒu xù
Meaning
What procedures are needed to get the service connected?
When to use it
Asks what procedures are needed to activate a service. It is a practical, polite question used when arranging a new utility or other service.
Example dialogue
燃气开通需要什么手续？ rán qì kāi tōng xū yào shén me shǒu xù
What procedures are needed to get the gas connected?
带身份证，预约上门。 dài shēn fèn zhèng yù yuē shàng mén
Bring your ID and make an appointment for a home visit.