Can I get a residence permit without social security?

Without social security, you can apply for a residence permit if you have a stable residence in a different place.

Social security explanation:

Social security is a state-led and guaranteed insurance. As long as you pay for insurance, and the payment exceeds the prescribed period and reaches the statutory retirement age, you can enjoy lifelong pension and medical insurance benefits.

Interpretation of residence permit:

Residence permit is an attempt made by some developed cities in China to learn from the "green card" system of developed countries, which has accumulated experience for China to formulate skilled migration measures and eventually form the national "green card" system of China. Holders of residence permits can enjoy the treatment of local residents.