@ShanghaiDriver
French expat in China
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About me
French
Lives in Shanghai, Shanghai Shi
Speaks English
Registration: 29 February 2016
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Why Shanghai? by jocelyncsnyder
Hey! I'm a teacher possibly taking a job in Shanghai. Can any expat tell me why they love or hate Shanghai? Thanks!
I find Shanghai to be one of the safest and most dynamic cities in northern hemisphere, probably suitable for the age range 30 - 50, offers a lot of business opportunities and one the most progressive cities in mainland China (You dont get to see ... Read More
recommended gynaecologist , by alanyoshino
Hi all can anyone recommend a reliable Japanese or English speaking Gynae. My wife is pregnant, she is Japanese and I am singaporean. We both work in Shanghai. is there any Japanese community forum for topics related to giving birth here in ...
Hello Alan, Every international hospital has English speaking qualified doctors, look up: Shanghai United Family shanghai.ufh.com.cn/?lang=en or the Japanese homepage of Worldpath Clinic worldpathclinic.com/jp/ There's also a wechat group ... Read More
Cost of Living in Shanghai - Family of 4 by joe_leviente
Hi everyone, I'm currently looking for jobs at international schools in Shanghai. I will be moving with my family, and would like an idea of our monthly expenses. We are 2 adults and 2 children (aged 3 and 6). I will be working, but my wife ...
It's totally true that many single folks could hardly save anything from ~30k monthly income after a few night outs in Shanghai. And I'm not talking KTVs here! While it's possible to make it, I actually sympathize with the missus who ... Read More
Transferring Z- Visa from Yiwu to Shanghai by kaushiksrinivas
Hi All, I'm Kaushik and I work in Yiwu, Zhejiang at the moment. I got an offer from Shanghai and I would like to know the process of transferring work visa between cities. Do I need to go back to my home country to transfer or can it be done ...
Rules have been changed a few months ago and I am sure whatever you read on forums online is not 100%. There's an online application system and most of the work is done online now. Same unified system for all China. Make sure your future ... Read More
Teacher Job option in Shanghai for an Indian by amitgoel394
Hello All, I am looking for some information about teaching jobs which could be applied by an Indian having no knowledge of chinese language. My friend is looking a job in shanghai. She has 10 years of experience in teaching field in Indian ...
Why on earth would someone with solid math qualification and 10+ years experience under his belly leave all the glory and chose a place where nobody would appreciate them. Local education system is 100% Chinese. Not an option. International ... Read More
Fudan to downtown Shanghai by CaliGirl4821
Hi, I am looking at Fudan for a long term Chinese language course. Can anyone comment on their program? Also how accessible is Fudan from downtown Shanghai (people’s square)? I heard of line 10? Is it practical? How much is a monthly metro ...
Don't waste your time with ads online, they are mostly fakes. Book a hotel within your budget and inspect area you are interested in. You will notice local agencies with pictures and price tag , example Lianjia. Price for one bedroom apartment ... Read More
Multicultural Family by jessica1376
Hello, My name is Jessica. I am from the States. My husband and I are considering taking a teaching job at an International school in China. Our son is 14 and would attend the school. We are a white couple with a black child (adopted). I have ...
Shanghai has so many foreigners from different parts of the world, they don;t raise eyebrows like two decades ago when I first moved here. Main factor to be considered during the move is your neighborhood Most expat families live in what it's ... Read More
Fudan to downtown Shanghai by CaliGirl4821
Hi, I am looking at Fudan for a long term Chinese language course. Can anyone comment on their program? Also how accessible is Fudan from downtown Shanghai (people’s square)? I heard of line 10? Is it practical? How much is a monthly metro ...
It doesn't make sense to live in people's square area (expensive and busy) and daily commute and switching lines to get the university. I'd suggest to find accommodation along line 10, many options, there is life , shops, restaurants. ... Read More
Whats it like to live in Qingpu (shanghai suburbs) by Mickeyevans99
Whats the better offer? 19k RMB (a month) after tax in Qinqpu, 30 hours a week plus housing provided in Qingpu....or 16.5k a month 30 hours a week plus housing in Beijing near city center? I'm a young single male i generally prefer city living ...
For starters, there's no such thing called "good & cheap" in China according to western standard. You will have to go "extremely local" to same money and maybe enjoy a fun beer/cocktail after a mind-blowing 30+++ ... Read More
Is 26500 CNY is sufficient for living near Pudong with 15000 saving ? by avsreddy
I am from India. I work as a big data team lead with 7 years of experience in one of the top MNC. I got an offer of 26500 yuan/month (after taxes and allowances) in Shanghai. Company is providing the insurance for myself and kid but not for my ...
Let me explain a few things to you: Pudong means eastern side of the river, technically half of Shanghai. I bet you company is located somewhere in Zhangjiang High-Tech park or Zhoupu sub- district in Pudong. Transportation: It's not going to ... Read More
Moving to Shanghai by Skiier243
I have previously lived in Shanghai for 2 years. We are likely moving back at the end of the year and I have a few questions: 1) Do they still require expats to go to that medical clinic and get checked-out before they allow the visa. The one ...
1) yes, physical at the hongqiao clinic is required for you, your partner and adult kids. 2) I'd describe it as mostly bad for intense outdoor activities. Masks/indoor machines are required. The pro-business policies and massive ... Read More
Moving to Taicang by GuestPoster28
Hello everyone! We're looking to move to China (mostly likely Taicang) in the near future. I've heard that customs regulations there can be quite different than in the West regarding shipping our personal items there. How much would we be ...
Packing list is required and you should honestly enlist everything. It's suggested to avoid electronics and anything expensive. d The difference between relocation co. and DIY is the fact you will be dealing with several people and your personal ... Read More
Taicang by GuestPoster28
Hello everyone! We're considering moving to Taicang and would like to find out about the medium rental for a decent 2-bedroom apartment there. I've heard so far that most apartments in the German-Town (or anywhere where a lot of expats ...
rent apartments in taicang of suzhou?WTF are you smoking? your posts are a waste of ink. Not a single one makes sense!! Taicang is taicang city, Suzhou is Suzhou city, Kunshan is Kunshan city. What they share in common is Jiangsu province. Again, ... Read More
Self-employed Germans looking to move to Taicang by GuestPoster28
Hello everyone! We have a small business in Germany for some years and have recently started considering moving it to China in the near future. Taicang appears very attractive for its relatively low cost of living and an established community of ...
I can't be of much help in that department, the rules keep changing, although I know people in legal and payroll field. Basically, each province/city/district has they own list of requirements and benefits, more likely you have to visit several ... Read More
Self-employed Germans looking to move to Taicang by GuestPoster28
Hello everyone! We have a small business in Germany for some years and have recently started considering moving it to China in the near future. Taicang appears very attractive for its relatively low cost of living and an established community of ...
Regardless of how small or big your business is, you would need proper licenses and registration in China. The most expensive one is import/export license or logistics license and of course manufacturing license. Cheapest and easier one would ... Read More