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Guides for Expats in China

Want to move to China? On this page you’ll find common topics that wull help you overcome the challenges of living, working, retiring, and starting businesses in China. Be sure to check back every month as we add new posts about becoming an expat in China.

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Here are some of the most important guides you must read when moving to China:

Moving to China: A Guide for Expats to Live Here 2021-08-20 by Celeste Black Moving to and living in China is an experience unlike any other. It will change your perception of this beautiful… ... Read more
Cost of Living in China: How Much Do you Need Per Month on Average? 2021-04-05 by Phoebe Storm Cost of living is such a broad and subjective concept that it is hard to know where to start. A… ... Read more
An In-Depth Guide to Digital Payments in China 2021-09-10 by Andy Killeen When the time comes to pay the bill in China, you’ll notice that not many people get a credit card… ... Read more
Health Insurance for Expats in China: What You Need to Know 2022-01-15 by Carsten Creutzburg Have you recently moved to China to live or work? Then you're probably going to need health insurance. But when… ... Read more
An In-Depth Guide to Finding an Apartment for Rent in Beijing 2021-12-04 by Phoebe Storm Beijing is massive. It can be the most daunting thing to open up a real estate website and see a… ... Read more
An In-Depth Guide to Teaching English in China 2021-10-08 by Lisa de Renzy-Martin What is stopping you from packing a bag and moving overseas for a few years? Your options are endless and… ... Read more
My Personal Guide to Learning Chinese Language Fast for Beginners 2022-05-05 by Celeste Black The thought of learning Chinese may intrigue you, considering that it's one of the hardest languages to learn in the… ... Read more
Getting a Credit Card in China as an Expat 2021-12-04 by Andy Killeen Credit cards have always been popular with travelers, offering a portable and safer form of payment accepted across many countries,… ... Read more
China Visa Overview – An Expat’s Guide to Getting the Right Visa 2022-02-15 by Lisa de Renzy-Martin There are many types of visas for China and the one you need will depend on your reason for visiting… ... Read more

The Best Chinese Language Schools in Shanghai for Foreigners

2022-07-292022-07-29 by Julia Teresani

Learning Chinese is so important for anyone living in Shanghai, China, especially if you are going to be working in business. It is also just … Read more

The Best Places to Live in Shanghai for Expats

2022-07-292022-07-28 by Jennifer Richardson

Shanghai is a fascinating city with lots of extraordinary things to do, see, and eat! Many people dream of calling the Pearl of the Orient … Read more

The Complete Guide to Learning Chinese Online

2022-07-292022-07-17 by Celeste Black

Deciding to learn Mandarin Chinese can be daunting, and even more daunting still is the abundance of online Chinese courses and resources available. It is … Read more

The Essential Guide to Hospitals in Guangzhou

2022-07-15 by Louise Marchand

Guangzhou offers plenty of choices in hospitals, with many local clinics, public hospitals, and big international and private hospitals. Medicine is a huge business in … Read more

An Expat’s Guide to Hospitals in Shenzhen

2022-07-152022-07-12 by Jaymi Holt

Shenzhen is a bustling city that increasingly attracts expats from around the world looking for adventure and professional opportunities. Healthcare services have risen in quality … Read more

An Expat’s Guide to Renting an Apartment in Guangzhou

2022-07-152022-07-05 by Andy Killeen

Moving to China is an exciting, life-changing, but sometimes challenging experience, and choosing an apartment is one of the most important factors in making your … Read more

Recommended Parks in Beijing for an Expat’s Wellbeing

2022-07-152022-06-21 by Jennifer Richardson

You can always find some greenery even within the concrete jungle. In a city known for its hustle and bustle, Beijing has an impressive number … Read more

Personal Income Tax for Foreigners in China (2022)

2022-07-152022-06-15 by Andy Killeen

If you’re making money in China, as an employee or as a business owner, then you are rightly expected to contribute to the society you’re … Read more

An Expat’s Guide to International Schools in Shenzhen

2022-07-152022-06-07 by Jaymi Holt

Between Hong Kong and mainland China is the flourishing bridge city of Shenzhen. Home to many global tech, manufacturing, and financial institutions, and an increasing … Read more

An Expat’s Guide to the Best Place to Live in Guangzhou

2022-07-152022-06-01 by Louise Marchand

For more than 2,800 years, Guangzhou has been a cultural, economic, and political hub and is now the capital and commercial center of Guangdong province. … Read more

An Expat’s Guide to International Schools in Guangzhou

2022-07-152022-05-31 by Andy Killeen

The education sector in China has been booming in recent years, and though recent reforms have been directed at reining it in, true international schools … Read more

A Guide to WeChat Pay for Expats and Foreigners in China

2022-07-152022-05-30 by Lisa de Renzy-Martin

WeChat is one of the most advanced apps on the market and if you are living in China you will need it. WeChat Pay is … Read more

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