Entries Written By Jantra
The top neighborhoods for expats in Beijing
As an expat, choosing where to live in a foreign place can be a daunting task. Add Beijing’s sheer size into the equation and the options can leave you feeling overwhelmed. With its rural surroundings, large districts, and diverse neighborhoods, the city’s wide variety of places makes for fun exploration. But it also makes it …
Mental health support for expats in China
While healthcare is one of the main concerns that foreigners have when traveling or moving to China, mental health is usually given less thought. Expats in China used to have to go to Hong Kong or return to their home country to get treatment for their mental health issues. These days, you can access high-quality …
How to find work in China as a foreigner
As an internationally recognized business and manufacturing hub, China continues to attract foreigners from all over the world. In fact, many of the biggest international companies in the world have operations and offices in the country. Whether you’re looking for a new job with a competitive salary or a fresh start, working in China could …
An expat’s guide to choosing the right school in China
One of the most important decisions expat parents have to make is what school to send their children to. Some key considerations that parents have to deal with when finding a school abroad include language barriers and cultural differences. Fortunately, there are many options for education in China, allowing expats to choose from international, public, …
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What you need to know about returning to Shanghai as an expat
Since COVID-19 has turned into a global pandemic, China has taken drastic measures to prevent a second wave from happening. The country has closed its border to virtually all foreigners since March 28, 2020, significantly reducing the number of international flights into the country. With the pandemic seemingly under control in China and the majority …