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Guides for Expats in China

Want to live in 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? 2022-04-05 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

An In-Depth Guide to Teaching English in China

2022-02-142021-10-08 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 the world is a big … Read more

Shanghai: Your Guide to Selecting the Right International School

2021-12-072021-10-07 by Jon Santangelo

Shanghai has long been the global commercial epicenter of China, and its international schools are a byproduct of that fact. These schools are ranked among … Read more

An Expat’s Guide to Dating Sites in China

2022-03-222021-09-24 by Jennifer Richardson

You can’t always Tinder, but you can Tantan. You can choose between chatting with new friends on popular social networking apps or swiping right to … Read more

An Expat’s Guide to Finding Work in China

2022-06-162021-09-11 by Jon Santangelo

The world’s second-largest economy is rife with all sorts of job opportunities for foreigners. But the job market has changed dramatically in recent years. Finding … Read more

An In-Depth Guide to Digital Payments in China

2021-12-212021-09-10 by Andy Killeen

When the time comes to pay the bill in China, you’ll notice that not many people get a credit card out. For a long time … Read more

An In-Depth Guide to Choosing the Right International School in Beijing

2022-11-062021-09-04 by Andy Killeen

If you’re moving to Beijing and you have children, then the choice of the school they will attend is one of the most important you … Read more

Moving to China: A Guide for Expats to Live Here

2022-09-142021-08-20 by Celeste Black

Moving to and living in China is an experience unlike any other. It will change your perception of this beautiful country and help you to … Read more

My Experience With Moving to China During COVID-19 (July 2021)

2021-12-072021-08-16 by Julia Teresani

From pre-flight paperwork to post-quarantine life and everything in between.

A Guide on the Cheapest Way to Send Money to China

2022-09-142021-07-31 by Jason Newy

How to get the greatest amount of CNY in your Chinese bank account.

Opening a Bank Account in China: A Guide for Expats

2022-06-162021-07-28 by Phoebe Storm

Use this step-by-step process to avoid the hassle and headaches of dealing with financial institutions in the country.

Shipping to China from USA: Services, Costs, and Customs

2022-06-282021-03-30 by Phoebe Storm

Moving to a new country is daunting enough, and there are certain things that we just can’t replace or live without. In some cases it … Read more

The Complete Guide to Choosing the Best VPN for China

2021-12-072021-03-14 by Celeste Black

China is known for its famous Great Wall of China. It is an architectural marvel that draws millions of visitors each year. China also has … Read more

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