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| Useful
Advice for Expats Living in China |
This page
offers general advice for Expats living in China
(September 2008) |
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Normally,
Expats who now live in China came on a short stay plan,
and either Tourist or Teaching type visa. Then like
myself - they decide they love this crazy Country so
much, they decide to stay.
Later you find it difficult to find genuine advice regarding
simple issues, such as: Marriage, Residency, or even
getting a Driving Licence. |
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Current Listings
& Links:
Driving Licence
Marriage
Residency
Rent or Buy a House, Office or Storage
Buy a Car
Chinese Bank Account
Other Information
Driving Licence:
This is currently very simple in Guangdong. Simply pay
an Agency some money, and a few weeks later receive
your Chine Driving Licence via courier
Full Details Here:
Marriage:
Marry a Chinese National in China
The Marriage formalities were simplified a few years
ago, and now all you need to do is go to your Embassy
or local Consulate with proof you are single, Passport,
Y2000, fill in forms and swear an oath. After The Bans
are Read (21 clear days) you are issued with a Certificate
of Non-Impedence (CNI) via courier
Once you have the CNI, simply rock-up at your intended's
local Register Office and sign on the line (Cost Y40)
Full Details Here:
Residency:
So you got married, have a home and a driving licence.
Now you plan to stay long-term in China and think about
residency - how do you do this?
It is not at all easy for ordinary people!
If you are not wealthy, not working for an International
Company, nor have friends in 'High Places'; your options
are extremely limited to:
1. Residency via a WOFE (Z visa)
2. Residency via marriage to a Chinese National (D visa)
- minimum requirements 5-years marriage and
5-years contiguous stay in China, plus
minor other criteria
Full Details Here:
Rent or Buy a House, Office or Storage
Foreigners can rent an apartment quite easily. All you
really need is your passport and some money. It is best
to have a friend help you check the contract, but these
are normally a standard as issued by the Estate Agent
Business Premises
Business premises are also fairly easy for Foreigners
to rent, and an office or storage facility is very similar
to renting a private dwelling. There are some contractual
details you should be aware of.
Buying a House
Foreigners can buy a house in China, but there are things
you need to be aware of
Full Details Here:
Buy a Car, Motorcycle or Scooter
This is fairly simple given you have the necessary documents
and meet the right criteria. Briefly you will need your
Passport and valid visa, Chinese Driving Licence, and
the money
There are many formalities to complete, so expect this
process to take a full day! It can be a lot less complex
if buying a second-hand Motorbike or Scooter
Full Details Here:
Chinese Bank Account
It is very easy to get a Chinese Bank Account. You will
need your passport and proof of your address. Transferring
money directly to this account from abroad can be expensive
or impossible, depending upon your personal situation.
We also look at using Hong Kong and Offshore Bank Accounts
for personal and small business transfers also
Full Details
Here:
Other Information
For more general advice regarding things such as Telephones,
mobiles, post, ATM's, Using International Credit Cards,
and International Money transfers - please see our section
About China
under Tourist Advice Section |
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information is as supplied by the Chinese Embassy in
UK, as dated 20th June 2008, and/or other reliable sources.
Please check this information yourself as it may alter
without notice, and whilst we try our best to ensure
it is correct, please do not hold us responsible for
any errors - this is intended as a simple guide only |
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