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.

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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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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.

Expat China: 10 Tips for Living in China

Expats living in China find learning Mandarin a big challenge, but most say that learning even a little is very worthwhile. They also agree that the spitting, squat toilets and Chinese culture take some getting used to. Expats share their tips and experiences living in China.

International Schools in Shanghai, China

Shanghai has a number of great international and bi-lingual schools. Some of these schools cater primarily to expats while others have mostly local students. We cover several popular schools in Shanghai and include feedback from parents.

Thanksgiving in Beijing

For American expats looking to dine out on Thanksgiving, here's a list of several restaurants offering Thanksgiving dinners in Beijing.

For American expats looking to dine out on Thanksgiving, here's a list of several restaurants offering Thanksgiving dinners in Beijing....

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 Beijing , China

An expat in Beijing advises newcomers to bring shoes (especially if they were larger sizes), a first aid kit and to install a VPN on your computer and phone before you move to China. He explains that you'll need a lot of cash on hand initially since most apartments require 3-month initial payment plus a 1-month deposit. When deciding where to live in Beijing, make sure you live close to work to avoid spending your life in traffic.