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China Forum
Talk with other digital nomads and expats in China on our China forum - meet people, get advice and help others.
International Schools 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.
Healthcare in China

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 in China offer advice about healthcare in China..

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.
Moving to China

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.
Living in China

2023 Expat Guide to Living in China
Expats, digital nomads & retirees talk about what it's like living in China.

Expats, digital nomads & retirees talk about what it's like living in China.
Reports from Members about Living In China
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.
Reports from Members about Culture Shock in China
China Resource Guide
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Questions & Answers:
- What do I need to know before moving to China?
- How do I find a place to live in China?
- What is a typical expat home or apartment like in China?
- What is the average cost of housing in China?
- Should I buy or rent a home in China?
- What should I pack when moving to China?
- What cultural faux pas should I try to avoid making in China?
- Why do people move to China?
- How are healthcare services China?
- What are medical services in China like?
- What are typical rents in China?
- What appliances are typically included in a rental?
Beijing

Expats' Guide to Beijing
Expats, digital nomads & retirees talk about what it's like living in Beijing.

Expats offer insight into the cost of living in Beijing.

Expats offer advice about Buying & Renting Homes in Beijing.
Dongguang
Expats' Guide to Dongguang
Expats, digital nomads & retirees talk about what it's like living in Dongguang.

Expats in Dongguang talk about the Pros & Cons of Living in Dongguang.

Expats offer insight into the cost of living in Dongguang.

Expats offer advice about Buying & Renting Homes in Dongguang.
Guangzhou
Expats' Guide to Guangzhou
Expats, digital nomads & retirees talk about what it's like living in Guangzhou.

Expats offer insight into the cost of living in Guangzhou.

Expats offer advice about Buying & Renting Homes in Guangzhou.
Guilin
Expats' Guide to Guilin
Expats, digital nomads & retirees talk about what it's like living in Guilin.

Expats offer insight into the cost of living in Guilin.
Macao

Expats offer insight into the cost of living in Macao.
Ningbo
Expats' Guide to Ningbo
Expats, digital nomads & retirees talk about what it's like living in Ningbo.

Expats offer insight into the cost of living in Ningbo.
Qingdao

5 Tips for Living in Qingdao, China
With its huge expat population, expats in Qingdao enjoy numerous expat-oriented social events and local resources. Expats also appreciate the friendly and welcoming to locals, sea view homes in the Laoshan district and Qingdao's international schools.

2023 Expat Guide to Living in Qingdao
Expats, digital nomads & retirees talk about what it's like living in Qingdao.

Expats offer insight into the cost of living in Qingdao.

Expats offer advice about Buying & Renting Homes in Qingdao.
Shanghai

Expats' Guide to Shanghai
Expats, digital nomads & retirees talk about what it's like living in Shanghai.

Expats offer insight into the cost of living in Shanghai.

Expats offer advice about Buying & Renting Homes in Shanghai.
Shekou
Expats' Guide to Shekou
Expats, digital nomads & retirees talk about what it's like living in Shekou.

Expats offer insight into the cost of living in Shekou.
Tianjin
Expats' Guide to Tianjin
Expats, digital nomads & retirees talk about what it's like living in Tianjin.

Expats offer insight into the cost of living in Tianjin.

Expats offer advice about Buying & Renting Homes in Tianjin.
Wuhan

Expats offer insight into the cost of living in Wuhan.
Xi'an

Expats offer insight into the cost of living in Xi'an.
Zhuhai
Expats' Guide to Zhuhai
Expats, digital nomads & retirees talk about what it's like living in Zhuhai.

Expats offer insight into the cost of living in Zhuhai.