Expat Guide to Living in Macao

Whether you're already living in Macao or preparing to move to Macao, our Expat Guide to Living in China offers articles and reports submitted by expats about expat life in Macao. For answers to specific questions, visit our China Forum to talk with expats in Macao.

Culture Shock Report

Culture shock is part of the settling in process. Knowing the different phases of culture shock and how other expats in Macao handle it can be very comforting. Help others preparing to move to Macao by filling out our Culture Shock Report.

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More Living in Macao Reports

What are people's priorities in Macao - work? family? socializing? What are the best ways to meet other expats? Are people accepting of racial, cultural and religious differences? Below are some of the responses from expats in Macao:

Living in Macao, China

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Moving Overseas Report

What should you take with you when you move to Macao? What should you leave behind? What type of housing and neighborhoods are typical for expats in Macao? Help others moving to Macao by filling out our Moving Overseas Report.

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Reviews of Schools in Macao

Reviews and school profiles from expat parents and even a few school administrators in Macao. Great place to find insight into school facilities, teachers and curriculum. Below are some of the reviews from expats in Macao:

The International School of Macao (TIS) in Macao, China

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Dream vs. Reality Report

Most expats have have "dreams" (and fears) about the expatriate experience before they moved to Macao. If you are already living in Macao, share how those "dreams" have been fulfilled, and how they have not by filling out our Dream vs. Reality Report.

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Overseas Retirement Report

Retiring abroad can be a great option for retirees seeking their dream lifestyle at an affordable price. Help other retirees, who are thinking about retiring in Macao by filling out our Overseas Retirement report.

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Having a Baby Abroad Report

How did expats choose their doctors, midwives, hospitals? What is childbirth like in Macao? Help other expats who are preparing to have a baby in Macao by filling out our Having a Baby Abroad Report.

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Working Abroad Report

What's it like to find a job in Macao? How difficult was it to obtain a work permit? What types are jobs are typical for expats in Macao? Help others following in your footsteps by filling out our Working Abroad Report.

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15 Expats Talk about Moving to China

Expats talks about the adjusting to China's squatty toilets, spittoons and small shoe sizes. But, these challenges are outweighed by the friendly Chinese people, affordable tailors on every corner and a surprising number of bakeries.

9 Things to Know Before Moving to China

Expats in China offer tips for newcomers and others considering a move to China. Advice what to bring when you move to China, health insurance and healthcare, finding an apartment, expat banking and more.

6 Important Tips about Healthcare for Expats in China

Expats living in China discuss health insurance and quality of medical care in China. Tip 1: if you're going to the hospital in China (or to a doctor), bring a translator!

Expats living in China discuss health insurance and quality of medical care in China. Tip 1: if you're going to the hospital in China (or to a doctor), bring a translator!...

An Expat Shares What it's Like Retiring in Nanning, Guangxi Provence, China

An American retiree in Nanning, China appreciates the low cost of living and friendly locals. Unfortunately, the traffic is horrendous -- motor bikes are the fastest way to get around.

An American retiree in Nanning, China appreciates the low cost of living and friendly locals. Unfortunately, the traffic is horrendous -- motor bikes are the fastest way to get around. ...

An Expat Talks about Moving to Shanghai, China

An expat in Shanghai wishes she had brought more walking shoes, winter socks and OTC medications. She advises apartment hunters to make sure everything in the apartment works before you sign the least.