@shinyrayn76
Malaysian looking for information about China
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Speaks English, Cantonese, Mandarin, Japanese
Registration: 21 January 2021
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Disease outbreak in China by Anne-Lise Mty
Hi all, I hope you're all doing well despite the recent news. I am writing to let you know we, at Expat.com, have written a little guide on what to do when there is a disease outbreak in your host country. We would very much like to hear from ...
If I am not able to enter China, do you guys think online learning is supported in China? I may have to wait until a green light is given then. Sooner or later China will have to relax the border regardless the pandemic is slowing down or even ... Read More
Disease outbreak in China by Anne-Lise Mty
Hi all, I hope you're all doing well despite the recent news. I am writing to let you know we, at Expat.com, have written a little guide on what to do when there is a disease outbreak in your host country. We would very much like to hear from ...
How is it going over there in Chengdu? I am a foreign teacher hoping to enter China for new term starting August. What are the possibilities judging by the never-ending pandemic swallowing the entire world right now? Ive got my PU letter and work ... Read More
considering teaching English in China by loubeelou
Hello & good morning. My name is Lou, I'm 29 years old & am from the UK. I am considering taking the CELTA tefl course and moving to China to teach English this year. I'd like to teach at a University or adult level as I feel my ...
Hi HattieM, I am still waiting for my work permit and possible PU LETTER. Supposed to be starting in late July, I guessed I can only enter by mid Aug, if that provided my visa application will be swift which I doubt about that :( Happy for your ... Read More
considering teaching English in China by loubeelou
Hello & good morning. My name is Lou, I'm 29 years old & am from the UK. I am considering taking the CELTA tefl course and moving to China to teach English this year. I'd like to teach at a University or adult level as I feel my ...
Anyone has any updates on their own application to get into China by summer? @HattieM, how is your application so far? Any updates. Read More
Is 20,000 RMB enough? by hcwrosser
Just talked with a recruiter for an IB school about a school principal position. The estimated salary is 18-20k a month, school pays all taxes so it's all take home pay. Benefits would include free housing, free healthcare, free airfare twice a ...
Principal in an IB school? 20K ? That is incredibly low. I am just a teacher and earning almost 50% more than you as a principal. Think about it again. Read More
New members of the China forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the China forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
How/s Penang. I am from Malaysia, will be working in Chengdu this summer. Penangites speak Mandarin so I think you have no problem. Read More
considering teaching English in China by loubeelou
Hello & good morning. My name is Lou, I'm 29 years old & am from the UK. I am considering taking the CELTA tefl course and moving to China to teach English this year. I'd like to teach at a University or adult level as I feel my ...
Visa application is definitely stressful. I have a job waiting in Chengdu but I am not so optimistic I can arrive in time which is end of July latest. China is extremely strict in admitting foreign teachers outside China right now, perhaps a small ... Read More
Is it hard for foreign teachers to travel to China now? by shinyrayn76
Hi guys, I have a question. Whenever I see job openings in China, it is always stated as 'Must be currently in China" as one of the requirements. Is it true that entering China as a foreign teacher is very difficult now? I have a job ...
It is Hattie. So much procedures , so many protocols! I have been applying since Feb and its on-going.....I am also waiting to start in the last week of July. Do not forget we also need to be quarantined for about 21 days minimum. Oh god.. :) Read More
Is it hard for foreign teachers to travel to China now? by shinyrayn76
Hi guys, I have a question. Whenever I see job openings in China, it is always stated as 'Must be currently in China" as one of the requirements. Is it true that entering China as a foreign teacher is very difficult now? I have a job ...
I am waiting for my work permit approval. Visa should start after that and keeping my fingers crossed/ Have you? Read More
Is it hard for foreign teachers to travel to China now?
Hi guys, I have a question. Whenever I see job openings in China, it is always stated as 'Must be currently in China" as one of the requirements. Is it true that entering China as a foreign teacher is very difficult now? I have a job ... Read More
Cost of Living in Chengdu by shinyrayn76
Hi guys, I have been offered a teaching position in the outskirts of Chengdu. I have a gross salary of 24K yuan. Can the salary survive in Chengdu? Thanks!
After tax, I guessed 18K is net take home pay. Accommodation is provided. 18K is enough to live in Chengdu? Read More
Is China opening its borders for foreign teachers? by shinyrayn76
I have got a job waiting for me in Chengdu. I was wondering how is the situation in China right now on admitting teachers outside China. I do not have dependent as I will only travel solo so the application of my work permit and Z visa is hanging in ...
Thanks. Is the PU letter still valid? I heard it has been exchanged with a Sinovac inoculation which lessens the hassle of a Z visa. I think this is rather political than anything else. Read More
Is China opening its borders for foreign teachers? by shinyrayn76
I have got a job waiting for me in Chengdu. I was wondering how is the situation in China right now on admitting teachers outside China. I do not have dependent as I will only travel solo so the application of my work permit and Z visa is hanging in ...
work permit has a validity? I need to get the work permit before applying for the Z visa right? I know the hassle of applying for both in this pandemic times but can anyone advise me what are the validity of a work permit(if I get them) and the Z ... Read More
Looking in to going to China to teach English by Dextochina24
Hi my first post I'm looking for a adventure so I want to go to China any advice on what to bring with or anything really will be grateful.
Getting work permit is a long process. To get my documents notarised at the PRC embassy in my country takes months. I think getting the Z visa upon approval of the work permit should not be more than 2 weeks presumably the documents are in order. ... Read More
Is China opening its borders for foreign teachers? by shinyrayn76
I have got a job waiting for me in Chengdu. I was wondering how is the situation in China right now on admitting teachers outside China. I do not have dependent as I will only travel solo so the application of my work permit and Z visa is hanging in ...
Thanks but I heard the rules change all the time. It's almost mid April now so I presumed the Chinese will change its rules again, no? Read More