Articles

List of Countries Possibly Able to Return to China

More and more countries are getting on the list of who possibly are able to return to China. Yes, only possibly. Restrictions, very few and expensive flights and a 14 days obligatory/ paid quarantine are a few of the many

Chengdu’s Best WeChat Groups: 2020

Love or hate the constant notifications and occasional spamming from WeChat groups, there’s not many of us that could survive in Chengdu without them because some are seriously helpful, others obscene, and yet they all play a part in keeping

PU Letter for Chengdu/ Work Visa without Leaving Chengdu

At this moment, only specific foreigners are able to come back to China. Not to mention, they need the right paperwork supported by their employer (business license, company contact card, etc). Foreigners wishing to re-enter China are required to first

Welcome to the 2020-2021 School Year

Welcome to the 2020-2021 School YearWe have enjoyed the first day of the new school year, and what a start it has been.  From welcoming the students off the bus in the morning, we have seen so many positive, happy faces

Sichuan Experiences the Worst Flooding in 70 Years

Chengdu has activated a level-four emergency response as Sichuan brace for the worst flooding they have seen in 70 years. A further 1,000 people have been excavated from affected areas in the city following the continuous rain over the weekend.

Who Can & How to Come back to China [Update]

Good news, China are now reopening more China Visa Application Service Centres in even more countries.  Following the news that 36 EU countries were added to this list, even more, countries have been listed. However, this doesn’t mean that everyone from

2021 Chengdu Summer Universiade: 1 Year to Go!

  From the 18th to 29th August 2021, Chengdu the capital of Sichuan Province will hold The 31st Summer World University Games (Summer Universiade) from the 18th to 29th August 2021.The Summer Universiade is an international multi-sport event, organised for university athletes

PU Letters and Where to Find Them

For an updated article about PU Letters, please refer to https://chengdu-expat.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-pu-letter/.In view of the rapid spread of COVID-19 across the world, China has decided to temporarily suspend the entry into China by foreign nationals holding visas or residence permits still

Learn Chinese, and Become a Panda Ambassador!

As most of us who endured the COVID-19 lockdown in China know, there aren’t many good reasons to leave for the moment. Some of us do not mind waiting it out until the rest of the world gets better, but

Chinese Visa Centres Re-open in These Countries

More countries with visa centres are also reopening so here is some more info on their visa centres, available services and how they will function going forward.  South Korea From August 1st, 2020: Firstly, the Chinese Embassy and consulates have started to

Chengdu Apartments | August 2020

Chengdu Apartments | August 2020 Are you looking to change residences or move around?We have compiled a few of the best properties available to rent in Chengdu this month below.Beware that properties may not be on the market long so if

China to Ban Single Use Plastic by the End of 2020

In January, China has announced a ban on non-degradable bags in major cities by the end of 2020 in an attempt to curve its plastic waste production.The ban will extend to all cities and towns by 2022 but all markets

Weekend Brunch Life | Tasty, Healthy, Delicious

Every brunch deservessomething sweet …and decadent …and savoury too! Weekend Brunch Life | Tasty, Healthy, Delicious So what are you waiting for? Here are a few quick and easy, yet utterly delicious recipes from Sam’s Club Master Chefs guaranteed to whet

Extra Part-time Work soon Legal in China

A draft published from the Ministry of Education on July 21st has outlined that foreign teachers employed in China will be able to legally seek part-time work opportunities so long as they make their current employer aware. The foreign teacher, employee

July 31: Chengdu Young Professionals Vol. 14

July 31: Chengdu Young Professionals Vol. 14Last month over 120 people joined at Canopy by Hilton Chengdu City Centre, for cracking views of the city, and to connect with other ambitious, like-minded people. This month, for the 14th edition of the Young Professional Mixers,

Léman IB Students Achieved a Pass Rate of 100%

Léman IB Students Achieved A Pass Rate Of 100% [July 10th 2020] — Students, teachers, parents and school community members at Léman International School Chengdu, are celebrating today thanks to students achieving exceptional results in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

Chengdu News Summer 2020

Chengdu News Summer 20202020 Chengdu Motor ShowThe 23rd CDMS will be held on July 24 – August 2,  at The Western China International Expo City.  The past 22 years of the show, has seen it grow into one of the top four events of

China Movie Theaters in Low Risk Areas Can Reopen on July 20

There’s some hopeful news for the film industry coming from China. As the number of new cases of the coronavirus declines in China, those theaters in low risk areas in China “can resume business in an orderly manner” as early

3 Ways To Cool Down This Summer

3 Ways To Cool Down This SummerSummer’s here!Most of us love this time of the year as we unpack our BBQ sets, enjoy brunch with family and friends, and spend lots of time basking in the sun.It does get a

COVID-19: Who Can Come Back to China? And How?

[Updated June 30, 2020]From March 28 China suspended the entry of most foreign nationals – even the ones holding valid visas. From that day, the following policies are in place:1) Foreign nationals holding valid visas or residency permits are prohibited from entering