Expat Guide to Living in Shenzhen

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

Expat Health Insurance and Healthcare in Shenzhen

An expat in Shenzhen, China discusses health care and health insurance in Shenzhen. She advises expats who don't speak Chinese fluently to bring a someone who is fluent with them to doctor's appointments and to the hospital if there are ever any medical emergencies.

Culture Shock in Shenzhen, China

One expat in Shenzhen described her experiences with culture shock. She had difficult adjusting to the local food and lifestyle, but knows that the stages of culture shock will pass and appreciates having friends there to support her.

More Culture Shock Reports for Shenzhen

Culture shock is part of the settling in process. Knowing the different phases of culture shock and how other expats in Shenzhen handle it can be very comforting. Below are some of the responses from expats in Shenzhen:

Culture Shock in Shenzhen, China

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Living Overseas Report

What are people's priorities in Shenzhen - work? family? socializing? What are the best ways to meet other expats? Are people accepting of racial, cultural and religious differences? Help other expats and people moving to Shenzhen by filling out our Living Overseas Report.

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Moving Overseas Report

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

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Reviews of Schools in Shenzhen

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

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Dream vs. Reality Report

Most expats have have "dreams" (and fears) about the expatriate experience before they moved to Shenzhen. If you are already living in Shenzhen, 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 Shenzhen 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 Shenzhen? Help other expats who are preparing to have a baby in Shenzhen 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 Shenzhen? How difficult was it to obtain a work permit? What types are jobs are typical for expats in Shenzhen? Help others following in your footsteps by filling out our Working Abroad Report.

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Guide to Living in Shenzhen, China

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Healthcare 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!

Expat Report: Healthcare in Shenzhen

Expat Report: Culture Shock in Shenzhen