Expat Guide to Living in Xi'an

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

Retirement in Xi'an, China

One Expat Exchange member and his wife retired to Xian, China and love life in Xian. You can easily live on $1,600 a month, which includes $500 2 bedroom / 2 bathroom apartment. The beautiful city of Xian is rich with history and Chinese culture.

Culture Shock Report

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

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Living Overseas Report

What are people's priorities in Xi'an - 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 Xi'an by filling out our Living Overseas Report.

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Moving Overseas Report

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

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Reviews of Schools in Xi'an

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

Xi'an Hi-Tech International School in Xi'an, China

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Dream vs. Reality Report

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

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Retiring in Xi'an Reports

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 Xi'an, by filling out our Overseas Retirement report. Below are some of the reports from expats in Xi'an:

Retiring in Xi'an, China

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Having a Baby Abroad Report

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

Submit a Having a Baby Abroad Report

Working Abroad Report

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

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Expatriate Health Insurance

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Guide to Living in Xi'an, China

Xi'an, China: Cost of Living, Healthcare and What to Know About Living in Xi'an

China Forum
Join our China forum to meet other people living in Xi'an, China.

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Help other expats and newcomers by answering questions about the challenges and adventures of living in Xi'an.

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!