--- title: "Saint John of Shanghai Orthodox Church — check charity number NIC111199 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Saint John of Shanghai Orthodox Church a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC111199. The advancement of religion charity based in Belfast. Official CCNI record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/saint-john-of-shanghai-orthodox-church retrieved: 2026-08-23T03:31:46.724Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Saint John of Shanghai Orthodox Church is a registered charity (number NIC111199) on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of religion. CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Saint John of Shanghai Orthodox Church? Registered charity number NIC111199 Status Registered (active) Charity type Constitution Location Belfast Website [www.stjohnofshanghaibelfast.org](http://www.stjohnofshanghaibelfast.org/) ## What does Saint John of Shanghai Orthodox Church do? 3.1. The Objects are specifically restricted to the following: (a) to promote the Eastern Orthodox Christian Faith as held and expressed in the holy scriptures, holy tradition, and the canons, under the Episcopal care of the ROCOR; and in this regard being organised and established, to promote the teaching and practice of the Orthodox Christian Faith, to care pastorally for the Orthodox Christian community in Belfast in particular and Northern Ireland in general, to facilitate liturgical worship, receiving into the Church those who sincerely wish to freely adopt and live according to the Chu… ## What causes is Saint John of Shanghai Orthodox Church registered for? The advancement of religion ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Saint John of Shanghai Orthodox Church yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Saint John of Shanghai Orthodox Church is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=saint-john-of-shanghai-orthodox-church&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.stjohnofshanghaibelfast.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Saint John of Shanghai Orthodox Church a legitimate charity? Yes. Saint John of Shanghai Orthodox Church is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC111199) regulated by the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Saint John of Shanghai Orthodox Church's charity number? Saint John of Shanghai Orthodox Church's charity number is NIC111199. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC111199? Search NIC111199 on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Saint John of Shanghai Orthodox Church do? 3.1. The Objects are specifically restricted to the following: (a) to promote the Eastern Orthodox Christian Faith as held and expressed in the holy scriptures, holy tradition, and the canons, under the Episcopal care of the ROCOR; and in this regard being organised and established, to promote the teaching and practice of the Orthodox Christian Faith, to care pastorally for the Orthodox Christian community in Belfast in particular and Northern Ireland in general, to facilitate liturgical worship, receiving into the Church those who sincerely wish to freely adopt and live according to the Chu… Does Saint John of Shanghai Orthodox Church have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Saint John of Shanghai Orthodox Church. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Saint John of Shanghai Orthodox Church? Saint John of Shanghai Orthodox Church's website is http://www.stjohnofshanghaibelfast.org — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register extract dated 2026-08-12, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://www.charitycommissionni.org.uk/charity-search/charity-details-page/?regId=111199&subId=0).