Tag Archives: China

The 2025 Essential Checklist for Expats Leaving China for Good

Many foreigners in China wrap up their jobs and return home during June and July. We’ve gathered some handy tips that might help as you prepare to leave.Daily Life Related 1.Transfer Money to your Foreign Account2.Cancel the Accounts3.Cancel Phone SIM

Iconic Bridges In Chengdu

As Chengdu continues to grow into a haven for runners and cyclists, thanks to new greenways and footbridges, many of its iconic bridges have also gained popularity as scenic landmarks. These iconic bridges in Chengdu aren’t just practical; they’ve become

The 112th China Food & Drinks Fair (Chengdu)

​Events       🍶        Explore  🥂 The 112th China Food & Drinks Fair Comes to Chengdu This MarchThe 112th China Food & Drinks Fair (also known as “Tángjiǔhuì 糖酒会” or Sugar and Wine) is the largest alcoholic beverage trade fair in

Air China to Resume Chengdu-Paris Route

✈️ Air China Chengdu Paris Flight 2025: Route Resumes This SpringGood news for travelers and aviation enthusiasts! The Air China Chengdu Paris 2025 route will resume its service starting April 28, 2025. This long-awaited Air China Chengdu Paris flight will

Hair Salons and Barbershops in Chengdu

 Finding a worthy hairdresser or barber to entrust your locks into can be complicated even without a language and a culture barrier  We often resort to screenshots of the style we want or shots from a few angles of our last good

The Full List: China Visa-Free Entry Countries

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.

10 Days China Visa-Free Transit Policy

China announced on Tuesday a significant relaxation of its visa-free transit policy, extending the permitted stay for eligible foreign travelers from the original 72 and 144 hours to 240 hours, or 10 days.Effective immediately, 21 additional ports have been designated

Send Money Abroad with Wise: CNY Transfers Up to 70% Cheaper!

• 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,

China: Physical Work Permit Will Be Replaced on December 1, 2024

• Starting from December 1, 2024, work permits and social security cards for foreigners will be integrated. This means that work permit information for foreign nationals will be included in their social security cards, and physical work permits will no longer

China’s Official 2025 Holiday Calendar

2025 China Public Holiday Calendar: All the Dates, Changes & Travel TipsChina has officially released the 2025 China Public Holiday Calendar, and there are some exciting updates that everyone should know!Most notably, the government has added two additional public holidays

The Go-To Solution for Sending RMB Home: A Guide for Expats in China

• Living in China as expats, managing finances across borders can be a shared challenge in our community. Many of us have tried different services to send money back home, only to encounter hidden fees, complex setups, or limitations on

Top 9 Apps for Foreigners in China

Top 9 Apps for Foreigners in China 👉 Turbocharge your experience in China by adding these apps to your arsenal.If you haven’t noticed already, people’s lives are dominated by their mobile phones from mobile payments to transportation, your phone can

UEFA EURO 2024 Schedule (China-time)

UEFA EURO CUP 2024 🏆Groups, full schedule, dates, venues, more The group stage draw for the 2024 European Championships has been made and the tournament in Germany this summer and it is going to be a brilliant 24-team event in

How to Travel, Pay, Get SIM & Live in China – New Expat Guide

How to Travel, Pay, Get SIM & Live in China – New Expat GuideHere is a pretty comprehensive guide to useful tips on day-to-day life in China, such as; travel, mobile payment, and more. This content is useful mostly for

Chengdu’s Viral “Disneyland” (Sichuan, China)

• Last year there were rumours of Disneyland possibly opening in Chengdu, but meanwhile our fine city has started its own ‘local Disney’ – which has gone viral on Chinese social media this week.• A modest outdoor community fitness area

Criminal Record Certificate in Chengdu: Guidelines

Criminal Record Certificate in China: One important document often overlooked when changing jobs or applying for visas is your Chinese criminal record. Many expats get background checks from their home countries for a Chinese work visa but forget a local

Vegetarian Restaurants in Chengdu

Chengdu is rich with Buddhist influences, so vegetarian dishes and restaurants should be available in abundance…But, if a stroll down the average hotpot riddled street leaves you wanting more diverse and exciting vegetarian options, then this list is for you.

Mobile RMB Transfers: Speed and Savings for Foreigners in China

• To consistently improve the remittance experiences in China, SkyRemit is offering a legit RMB transfer service dedicated to expats.• This new solution ensures a faster, more convenient and more economical way to send RMB home. This not only allows

Imagine Dragons NOT Coming to China in 2023

Over the last weeks, the Chinese internet got flooded with information and posts from happy/ delighted fans that the American pop rock band would visit China in November 2023, including a gig in Chengdu.We unfortunately regret to announce that Imagine

Do You Need To Carry Passport In China?

Do You Need To Carry Passport In China? In China, it is legally required for foreigners to carry their passports at all times. This regulation is enforced to facilitate identity verification by local authorities, which can occur at various checkpoints