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China Visa-Free Entry 2024: Countries & Rules ExplainedChina Visa-Free entry is expanding! Since July 2023, China has expanded its list of unilateral visa-free entry countries. Starting November 30th, 2024, the visa-free stay period will increase from 15 to 30 days.

• Are you heading home for the holidays or planning a Christmas getaway? ✨🎄• Managing your finances just got a whole lot easier with Wise’s newly reduced fees—up to 70% lower!• Whether you’re sending money to family, paying bills abroad,

Chengdu brings about a fantastic array of bars with themes ranging from French Winehouses to german beer houses to award winning cocktail bars and everything in-between.

Moving to a new country is always a mix of excitement and nerves, especially when you’re heading to a whole new continent. While Chengdu is one of China’s fastest-growing international cities, it’s still developing compared to places like Beijing or

7 Must Eat Dishes in ChengduBeyond the classics…We love Mapo Tofu, Twice Cooked Pork and Gong Bao (yes Kung Pow) Chicken, but there’s so much more to food in Chengdu than these old time favorites. We want to show you the

This article was written by much loved Chengdu comedian (and career scientist) Michal Poznik. He’s left China for the time-being, and is now tooting baijiu’s horn from Vienna, Austria. If you like this article, you can check out more of his ramblings

Survival SichuanesePeople have long joked, 天不怕地不怕只怕四川人说普通话 – there is nothing to fear but the Sichuanese speaking Mandarin, and it can be true.With a large lack of retroflex sounds (ch, zh, sh, etc.), confusions on h/f, n/l, s/c initial consonants and n/ng, en/un, ian/uan

There are also lots of sports clubs in the city, that meet regularly for games, and provide opportunities to make new friends, get really burnt, and have a beer with afterwards…Interested in joining a group? Scan below to Chengdu-Expat’s personal account.Don’t forget

Whilst it forges ahead as the epicenter of Chinese rap music, with thanks to big names like the Higher Brothers  – the underground live music scene is becoming a formidable platform to launch good local artists and draw the attention of foreign indie bands.

Are you looking for instagrammable spots in Chengdu? If so, you are in the right place! Below we have listed a few Chengdu photography spots for those of you who wish to add more colour and flair to your feeds! SKP

Getting inked in China is no longer a taboo, and Chengdu is quickly becoming one of the most tattooed cities in the Middle Kingdom – along with Kunming, Lijiang and the east coast megacities.

What do you imagine when someone mentions Tibet?Well, we know how the “Roof of the World” looks like in popular imagination.Seclusion. Peaceful yaks. Chanting monks in vermillion and saffron robes. A place that captures your senses and then leaves you with new

After travelling through Sichuan and Chengdu, tourists from all over the world can refund the VAT tax at the Shuangliu International Airport.

WeChat has tightened its regulations and many people have to re-verify their info to be able to use their WeChat wallet. Here’s how to do it:

Travelling across the globe can be a daunting task, so we don’t blame you for wanting to bring your cat or dog along.As of May 1st 2019, there will be a new and speedier method of getting pets into China.

Moving to Chengdu means saying goodbye to some apps and saying hello to others. Before coming to China you don’t have time to discover all the best apps straight away so we have given a list of the first apps you need to get to survive in Chengdu.

ChengduExpat+ Mini-ProgramOver the last year, Chengdu Expat has been working towards the exciting launch of our new Mini-Program. The aim of the program is to provide you with up-to-date news, locations, and events for things happening in and around Chengdu.You

Opening a bank account in Chengdu is almost an essential as the city relies more and more on electronic payments. Here’s everything you need to know:Documents to Prepare Before Opening a New Bank Account:Passport (Original + Photocopy).Have your phone number

As the world’s largest producer, consumer, and exporter of textiles, China is responsible for a staggering quantity of textile waste. Every year, families throw away approximately 26 million tons of clothing, and the nation’s accumulation of textile waste amounts to

The Quest for the BEST Margarita in ChengduThe Margarita: a Latin summer treat from the beautiful pacific coast is now a staple cocktail around the globe. What’s more, our lovely, spicey, foodie city has fallen for its limey wonder. Cocktail bars, restaurants