Kris
@Kris N
Canadian expat in China
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About me
Canadian
Lives in Shenzhen
Speaks English, French, Italian, Greek
Registration: 14 August 2013
Safety in China by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in China? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there is ...
Quite Simply; Yes. Never felt safer in my life. I lived for 1.5 years in what is considered the poorest and most dangerous neighborhood of Shenzhen (I beg to differ but anyway). I've been out late and alone in the back streets and alleys of my ... Read More
Travelling to Hong Kong by rabby9977
Hello everybody, I'm new member! I really hope someone can share me some travelling experience in Hong Kong. Thank you very much! Rabby
Hi Rabby, HK is a zoo and can be daunting to travel in. Generally wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Be certain of where you're going and how to get the places you wish to go to. HK is expensive in comparison to China for basic items... though ... Read More
any one in shenzhen or hk?? by sasa.chippy
I'm from new Zealand! Anyone interested in being frds can add my qq : (Moderated: Please avoid leaving your contact details on the forum) Keep in touch !!!! :top:
Sasa, In Shenzhen you can meet ppl at Sea World (Sea World metro). Sea World is huge and part of the Shekou district. It's also a big tourist attraction with plenty of (western) restaurants, shopping and bars. Terrace is a decent place to start ... Read More
To get a job - in China or before China?
Shenzhen is a good city. I lived there for about 3 years. If you feel your potential employer could offer better then try to negotiate for a better offer. Three suggestions; 1)Take the offer and come to Shenzhen, in the mean time search for another ... Read More
Any Algerian living in Nanjing city or in Jiangsu province?
Really? You're searching the internet to find an Algerian in China who knows how to make couscous???? Ever hear of Youtube or Yuoku . Even simply Google the recipe???? Kris Read More
Indian Expat in Love with Chinese girl by Jing hao
I am an Expat working in Hangzhou . Yes yes yes i am in Love with a Chinese Girl !! Just wanted to share with you all that i am Mucccchhh Happy today ~~~ Thank You.
Jing hao, I hope when you're no longer drunk on her love and sober up, you won't have any regrets. Kris Read More
Indian Expat in Love with Chinese girl by Jing hao
I am an Expat working in Hangzhou . Yes yes yes i am in Love with a Chinese Girl !! Just wanted to share with you all that i am Mucccchhh Happy today ~~~ Thank You.
Prateek you're so wicked lol "make sure he..." ? Read More
How cold in Shanghai
you know its cold outside when you heat your apartment using the hot steam of your shower and the burners on your stove top Read More
How to make friends in Shenzhen by expat.com
We have been talking about [url=https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=891]loneliness when you are abroad[/url], let's now talk about how to make friends (locals or expatriates) when you're living in Shenzhen :top: [b]Which are your best tips ...
Chill in Coco Park Kris Read More
Help! Extending M visa in China by KarolisLT
Hello. I am new here and this is my first comment/topic. I am making an internship in a hotel, Anji county, Huzhou province and i am holding M type visa which is single entry 90 days visa which expires on 16th of april, therefore I want to extend ...
I have used a reputable agent in SZ. If anyone is interested contact me via private message. I have travelled outside of China twice with my new visa and everything is just fine. People are paranoid... just get a visa, any visa... and enjoy all the ... Read More
Help from China wanted :) by 100one
Hi to everyone in China... :) I have a small problem. I'm a civil engineer design roads, but in free time i develop games for iphone. So can someone help me to translate some words from english to China language (i think mandarian ??? ), so i ...
Hi Yes I can help Send me your contact info by private message Kris Read More
new year new life by yannis lou
the people all in the world are peace-loving，go ahead.
My motto is; Live and let live. Simple as that. Kris Read More
How to make friends in Shenzhen by expat.com
We have been talking about [url=https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=891]loneliness when you are abroad[/url], let's now talk about how to make friends (locals or expatriates) when you're living in Shenzhen :top: [b]Which are your best tips ...
Though I don't agree entirely with this post. There are some very good tips and a lot of truth in these words. I'm not certain that it's only money driven but "face" is a huge reason. I think China has a fascination with foreigners much like ... Read More
steak and salad buffet in Shanghai
Thanks, I'd like to return to SH one day. When I was there I was also in the Pudong area for biz. But what I'd like to know is whether or not there other districts of interest in SH? I'm not interested in theme parks or childish crap like that. I'd ... Read More
How cold in Shanghai
I have a job... no time for silly problems like exercising in cold weather... btw it's 8 celcius in Shenzhen... cold for this city but still much better than SH Read More
Leaving Shenzhen
After a nearly 4 year stint in Shenzhen I'm off to supposedly greener pastures abroad in a couple of weeks. To the moderators and admins I will be updating my profile accordingly. If anyone still wants to pick my brains about Shenzhen or China in ... Read More
bonjour
Salut miller 578, Most of the expatriates in Shenzhen can be found in the sub district Shekou of the Nanshan District of Shenzhen. Metro station "Sea World" is a good place to start. also: In the Shenzhen District of Futian you can find the bulk ... Read More
Which School or any place Expats Suggest to Learn Chinesse? by Macakito
Hey People I hope you're all doing fine, I just wanted to ask you where I can go to study chinesse? Someone told me Expats go to Shenzhen University to take courses but I dont know maybe if you could Help me?.
There are literally hundreds of language schools in Shenzhen. Take a look around your neighborhood to begin with. The smaller training centers may be more in tune with your schedule. Private tutoring is also available and often tutors will come to ... Read More
This season is best for china tour? by salmanize
Hi everyone, i want to visit china. I know something about china Anyone tell me details about china tour places. Which places is charming, beautiful in China? :(
During Chinese New Year is the worse time to visit and tour. As the entire country is on holidays and traveling back to their home towns or visiting relatives in thier adopted cities. Not only is the entire population on the move the price of ... Read More
New To Dalian/China
Congrats Kevin! Welcome to the rest of your life lol! Hey there are a lot of expats in Dalian on this forum shouldn't be a problem to get something organized. Good Luck! Kris Read More
driver license by amir197667
hi , is any body know about driver license test in china?
Depends on the services required, how fast it's needed, etc. But anywhere from 1200 rmb and up. Kris Read More
New Traveller Looking for help by JShahroozi29
Hi everyone, My name is John and I am brand new to this site. I Just took on the idea of moving to China But I am very very very serious about getting it done lol. Unfortunately I have never been outside of the USA on a passport or a VISA. I do ...
Hey Melis82, Yeah we're exactly on the same page when it comes to English accents. As long as we understand each other we're speaking the same language and you know what. Who cares? I mean really, what is the big deal? Isn't Charlize Therron South ... Read More
driver license by amir197667
hi , is any body know about driver license test in china?
Interesting. What's it got to do with getting a Chinese licence? Comparing one coutry's driving legalities with another is comparing apples and oranges... they're both fruits but completely diferent. Regardless of how uptight UK laws are and what ... Read More
driver license by amir197667
hi , is any body know about driver license test in china?
Yes. I know a reliable agent in SZ that will not only help foreigners get the paperwork done but "walk" his clients through the hoops. He can also provide assistance in completing the exam ;-). Kris Read More
driver license by amir197667
hi , is any body know about driver license test in china?
Not on the roadside but at China's customs warehouses. Coaches are the same. Passengers get off the coach clear customs and then continue on Chinese coaches. The only exception to this rule is drivers of trucks and coaches coming to and from Hong ... Read More
driver license by amir197667
hi , is any body know about driver license test in china?
Costs are minimal and condusive to the province and city your in. First you need to get your UK licence translated by an official office. Then the medical/ eye exam . Then the exam itself. Everything for about 500rmb. You can get all the info you ... Read More
driver license by amir197667
hi , is any body know about driver license test in china?
You're probably correct. Having a valid foreign license does make it easy. When I applied for Chinese license I only had to do the "written" exam. 3 days later I received my Chinese license by courier. Kris Read More
driver license by amir197667
hi , is any body know about driver license test in china?
That's not true I have an International Drivers License and it wasn't worth squat at the bureau in Shenzhen. Only my State permit counted as valid proof. Kris Read More
New Traveller Looking for help by JShahroozi29
Hi everyone, My name is John and I am brand new to this site. I Just took on the idea of moving to China But I am very very very serious about getting it done lol. Unfortunately I have never been outside of the USA on a passport or a VISA. I do ...
Hi melis82 Nice to have you back! Seems to me you've been away??? Anyways. I think the influx of American movies, advertisements, etc, has Asia leaning towards the American accent more so than the British accent which still sounds a bit foreign to ... Read More
New Traveller Looking for help by JShahroozi29
Hi everyone, My name is John and I am brand new to this site. I Just took on the idea of moving to China But I am very very very serious about getting it done lol. Unfortunately I have never been outside of the USA on a passport or a VISA. I do ...
There are agents that can help you renew your visa. But it can get pricey. Just request a year long business visa. Not a work visa or a tourist visa. Working without a work visa can be tricky. But there schools willing to risk it everywhere. ... Read More
New Traveller Looking for help by JShahroozi29
Hi everyone, My name is John and I am brand new to this site. I Just took on the idea of moving to China But I am very very very serious about getting it done lol. Unfortunately I have never been outside of the USA on a passport or a VISA. I do ...
Damn straight Teaching English is the #1 hiring opportunity for any native English speaker. China and Thailand are especially interested in American and Canadian native speakers. However they tend to prefer teaching British English lol! Probably ... Read More
Family of 5 considering 2 yr job in China - lots of questions by Pride7
My family and I are considering a job opportunity that would move us to China (Shanghai or Beijing) for 2 years. We have lots of questions and appreciate any help you can provide... A little about us... English speaking only, never lived outside ...
Well first of all welcome to China. If you want clean air in a big city then try Shenzhen! It's the Garden City of China. Not to mention it's literally walking distance to Hong Kong and all the western crap you might miss from the States. But if ... Read More
New Traveller Looking for help by JShahroozi29
Hi everyone, My name is John and I am brand new to this site. I Just took on the idea of moving to China But I am very very very serious about getting it done lol. Unfortunately I have never been outside of the USA on a passport or a VISA. I do ...
First things first Do your homework. http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/cis/cis_1089.html It's taken me more time to reply to you than it did to find the link. Kris Read More
Medical Examination form for Chinese Work Permit by GuestPoster963
Hi Guys, I am applying for a Chines WP through my company, my application has been approved from China, Now I have all the documents ready apart from the Medical Examination Form from an Indian Govt Hospital. I was looking at a similar post from ...
Contact your local Chinese consulate for the list of hospitals. Don't take any chances and waste any time or money. Kris Read More
I am new here
Hi Cindy, Welcome to China and the community. How about a little more about you? I'm sure there are many members in your area you could connect with. Welcome to China! Kris Read More
What will you do on New Year's Eve? by berrylew
What will you do on New Year's Eve?Watch TV?Spend some romantic time with your bf/gf?Spend some noisy time in the bar?Or do some crazy things with friends? I will go to the bund this New Year's Eve.This is my first year working and living in ...
I thought he was from China in China red! ;) Here is a very brief modern-day history of the origin of Santa Claus. All of this material was re-organized and edited to a simpler version to offer an overview of the modern day Santa Claus. For the ... Read More
It's Urgent ...I need to extend my M visa by sido48
i got an M visa for 30 days ,and before putting my feet on the chinese land i want to know how to extend it in just 30 days that's to say only 20 working day ......pls offer me some infos about it and what documents i will need as long as how long ...
See your private messages. I sent you the info to an agent who can help you via your private messages (PM). Also if you exit and enter China before your visa expires you can stay within China an additional 30 days beyond the date of your 30 day ... Read More
Meeting new people by Rebeccafin
hi my name is Rebecca. I am 23 years old and I come from England. I would like to make some new friends preferably in the shekou area as I have just moved here. I can only speak English I'm afraid although I can speak a tiny tiny bit of mandarin. I ...
I'm in Nanshan near Coastal City, I work in Shekou and often hang out in Sea World or Coco Park. My Chinese is limited too, so how about we stick to English lol! Just lookin' to hang out with people and offer any assistance or advice about ... Read More
Moving away from Ningbo by Shelldos
Speaking of moving, I am actually moving away from Ningbo to Japan at the end of January. Would anyone know of a decent shipping company I could use? Also, I have things I would be very happy to get rid of before I go. Like an upright storage unit ...
Determining a transport company is often depending on how much you need to ship. The best solution is to figure out how many boxes/ suitcases you're shipping, their weight and then go on line and find an agent in Ningbo or contact local transport ... Read More
What will you do on New Year's Eve? by berrylew
What will you do on New Year's Eve?Watch TV?Spend some romantic time with your bf/gf?Spend some noisy time in the bar?Or do some crazy things with friends? I will go to the bund this New Year's Eve.This is my first year working and living in ...
As usual I'm doing nothing. Christmas is not the most celebrated day in my family. Orthodox Easter is most important and don't mix it up with the other "regular" Easter the Catholics celebrate. lol! Read More
Looking for a teaching English position by CyrusM
Am a Kenyan aged 33 and would like very much to teach English in china. I have 10 years experience in teaching English, am currently working in an international school and hold a certificate of teaching English from Cambridge. My problem is that ...
Yes it is true UK, US, Canada are the preferred choice. Being a native speaker is the key to getting a job in China. If you're not, then I suggest look else-where, but even countries such as Thailand and Vietnam, Laos, etc are demanding more and ... Read More
How to change schools in China
You should wait till your next employer requests the old visa be cancelled. Often a new employer will wait till your old visa is ready to expire before going through the process of getting you a visa. Kris Read More
Where to go in Shenzhen, often asked. by Kris N
Based on my limited knowledge of this great city... All the major shopping centers have western clothes and grocery stores such as Sea World, Metro Supermarket in Nanshan near Ikea. Other popular shopping areas with western stuff is Coastal City ...
I wanted to add that most of the foreign women I work with order from sites such as Taobao. Not only are they happy with the shoes but the price too ;) Kris Read More
Where to go in Shenzhen, often asked. by Kris N
Based on my limited knowledge of this great city... All the major shopping centers have western clothes and grocery stores such as Sea World, Metro Supermarket in Nanshan near Ikea. Other popular shopping areas with western stuff is Coastal City ...
Have you been to Dongmen? Plenty of shoe stores there. Also try places like Walmart. But I know most western women in Shenzhen actually shop in the men's section for running shoes. High Heels they'll go to HK or order them on line. Hope this ... Read More
Where to go in Shenzhen, often asked.
Based on my limited knowledge of this great city... All the major shopping centers have western clothes and grocery stores such as Sea World, Metro Supermarket in Nanshan near Ikea. Other popular shopping areas with western stuff is Coastal City ... Read More
English in Dalian? by RubyMarielle
Hi Everyone, I live in Beijing and I am looking to find out if Dalian is a good place to practice my Chinese. In Beijing, more and more people speak English, making it difficult to practice Chinese every day. I don't have foreign friends here but I ...
Good Job glorialu :top: now RubyMarielle can practice with you! Kris Read More
Working holiday in Montreal ?!! by jameskai2
Hey there im James ! im planning to go working holiday in Monteal next Autumn !! i can speak English but none French :( but maybe i can learn some French here :) So what do you guys think ? Do you think its a good city for working holiday ? or i ...
Well jameskai2 you seem pretty enthusiastic about it. Autumn you say hmmmmm. Are you staying for winter too??? I lived in Montreal most of my natural life ( now I'm living a very unnatural life in SZ... that's another story ). Early Autumn; ... Read More
which kind of acoustic electric guitar is good?
Fender, Taylor, Takamine, Martin, Yamaha, Gretsch, Epiphone, Tanglewood, Faith are all good guitars. Prices range from 1500 RMB (250 USD) to (1000 USD +) 7000 RMB +. If this is for your bf... perhaps surprise him with a trip to the guitar store and ... Read More
christmas gift for my BF
huluan311 perhaps you can buy an accessory to go with his guitar. Such as a tuner, extra pics, guitar strap, music book for guitarists or a book about music. Want to buy him a book? Find out what he may already have in his collection of books, maybe ... Read More
English in Dalian? by RubyMarielle
Hi Everyone, I live in Beijing and I am looking to find out if Dalian is a good place to practice my Chinese. In Beijing, more and more people speak English, making it difficult to practice Chinese every day. I don't have foreign friends here but I ...
RubyMarielle I have the same problem in SZ as you do in BJ. However in my case my Chinese is limited hence the constant need for my Chinese friends to converse in English with me. But I make the effort to use all of my Chinese even in phrases where ... Read More
I need z visa and am in Shandong Province by Charmz75
can anyone help me with rules and quickest way to get the visa without costing a fortune. My current L visa expires in Feb 2014 so want to do it asap to avoid problems.
I have an agent in Shenzhen that will do either a L or M visa at a very reasonable price. I have done business with him in the past and referred him to several expats not wanting to have to return home. If you're interested please reply here or by ... Read More
Shenzhen, Futian, Coco Park, Saturday Dec. 07, 7PM Get Together! by Kris N
All are invited to an informal get together this coming Saturday evening in Coco Park (Shopping Park metro station) on Dec 07 at 7pm. The bar of choice is La Casa. It's simple, friendly and lots of room for large groups. It's located in the bar ...
Hey, Just wanna thank those of you that showed up! Kris Read More
Looking for a tennis partner by ivyhuang
Hi, I am a Chinese lady, has been playing Tennis for 5 years, I play it every weekend. Now is looking for a partner, should you are interested to join me, feel free to contact me. Regards Ivy
Ivy... the ladies get together for Badminton in Shekou... Wednesday evenings. They're always looking for players to join them... Kris Read More
Fortune tellers in china by Jing hao
I heard out of 3 Chinese people 1 believes on fortune tellers, whats your thought on this
You will meet a girl at your 53 and then have 3 lovely babies.And die quietly at a beautiful night with your girl holding your hands at your 90's. BerryOh Berry... you're scary...lol! I often thought that the year of the Monkey would be ideal for ... Read More
Fortune tellers in china by Jing hao
I heard out of 3 Chinese people 1 believes on fortune tellers, whats your thought on this
I'm gonna be 50 in 3 months... when is my luck gonna change? When I'm 90; Blind, Deaf and imputent? From what you wrote I'll get everything I want when I take my last breath Kris Read More
Fortune tellers in china by Jing hao
I heard out of 3 Chinese people 1 believes on fortune tellers, whats your thought on this
The first even i can tell you ,And the second lines of course i dont believe you, lol By the way as you help Expats in making there visa's. So a Question for you tell the fortune of Millions of expats residing in china. When they will be able to ... Read More
Shenzhen, Futian, Coco Park, Saturday Dec. 07, 7PM Get Together! by Kris N
All are invited to an informal get together this coming Saturday evening in Coco Park (Shopping Park metro station) on Dec 07 at 7pm. The bar of choice is La Casa. It's simple, friendly and lots of room for large groups. It's located in the bar ...
Well anytime you can come to SZ... We'll have a party just for you B... Grandpa K... Read More
Shenzhen, Futian, Coco Park, Saturday Dec. 07, 7PM Get Together!
All are invited to an informal get together this coming Saturday evening in Coco Park (Shopping Park metro station) on Dec 07 at 7pm. The bar of choice is La Casa. It's simple, friendly and lots of room for large groups. It's located in the bar ... Read More
I am Anna, a Spanish student looking for new friends in Shenzhen :) by Anna.o7
Hi guys! I am a university student from Barcelona and I am doing an internship here in Shenzhen, Futian district. I am actually enjoying the city but I miss hanging out with some friends and having some party time. Anyone wanna joint me? :) Nice ...
sure thing Debbie... perhaps we'll meet on Saturday Read More
request abt teaching jobs by khalid05
hello , can u provide me with much information about travelling and job's opportunities in china ?? this is my e-mail: ezzouitnykhalid@gmail.com thank u very much in advance
The Chinese government is currently cracking down on illegal visa agents. So now most of them are calling themsleves visa consultants or visa specialists. Any agency that helps you get a visa should be suspect, no matter what they call themselves. ... Read More
Cheapest airline in China by musikenhinyero
Good Day, I need to ask what is the cheapest airline company that caters domestic flights in china? I will need to travel from Nanba Sichuan to shanghai 4 times a week back and forth. Is there a travel agency who can book me for those flights ...
Why the F#ck are you looking into this???? If this is business related then HR sould be the ones digging for the best rates for you! If not... wait till you arrive in Chengdu... get a Chinese speaker ( an assistant perhaps ) to shop around on ... Read More
I am Anna, a Spanish student looking for new friends in Shenzhen :) by Anna.o7
Hi guys! I am a university student from Barcelona and I am doing an internship here in Shenzhen, Futian district. I am actually enjoying the city but I miss hanging out with some friends and having some party time. Anyone wanna joint me? :) Nice ...
I and a couple of other expats are organizing an early get together at Coco Park (Shopping Park metro station) this coming Saturday night at 7pm, Dec 07 The bar of choice is La Casa. Very simple, casual, with a full drink and food menu. We could ... Read More
I need z visa and am in Shandong Province by Charmz75
can anyone help me with rules and quickest way to get the visa without costing a fortune. My current L visa expires in Feb 2014 so want to do it asap to avoid problems.
There are several topics about this... you should refer to them. Also depending on where you come from will dictate your options. Normally you cannot renew a visa until 30 days prior to it's expiration date. Kris Read More
Schooling that isn't the international school? by Tohru13
We'll be moving to Shenzhen next summer with a 6th grader, a 4th grader, and a 1st grader (and a preschooler). My older two are currently in a Chinese immersion at school. Their Mandarin is conversant (fluent for children), but their reading and ...
There are at least a dozen International Schools in SZ. SIS is the most expensive but oldest. QSI is up there in price and they're moving their campuses to Xilli this year and following years. They have a "no kid left behind" attitude. SAIS is ... Read More
help needed trying to get moroccan husband in china by brandyfatemah
Hello everyone, This is my first time on one of these websites so bare with me. I am canadian married to a moroccan who lives in morocco. I recently moved to Guangzhou china to teach. Its the second country I teavh in other than Canada. The school ...
Hey Brandyfatemah, I think keeping "us" up to date on your progess and concerns along the way is best. It'll give the readers an idea of where your at in your quest and as well will spark thoughts, ideas and maybe helpful tips for readers to ... Read More
How to make friends in Shenzhen by expat.com
We have been talking about [url=https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=891]loneliness when you are abroad[/url], let's now talk about how to make friends (locals or expatriates) when you're living in Shenzhen :top: [b]Which are your best tips ...
Business friends are easier to make in SZ than any other kind. However through business friends you may meet other people whom you don't work with and so on. In SZ I'd say just getting out of the house is a good way to meet people. Social Networks ... Read More
I am Anna, a Spanish student looking for new friends in Shenzhen :) by Anna.o7
Hi guys! I am a university student from Barcelona and I am doing an internship here in Shenzhen, Futian district. I am actually enjoying the city but I miss hanging out with some friends and having some party time. Anyone wanna joint me? :) Nice ...
If anyone needs advice with SZ send me a PM intead of littering the forum with off-topic posts. I'm going on 4 years in the city and have pretty much experienced the worse and the best of SZ. Kris Read More
DESPERATE by worraps123
Hello My previous company obtained Changsha Residence Permits for several teachers. Telling us they were OK for SZ, and that they would transfer them to SZ Residence Permits. They lied. Because of this my new company's application has been ...
Getting information at a government office is daunting and often they are relunctant to help anyone. I work with an ABC employee of US/HK citezenship and they gave her no help what-so-ever. In the end she stayed at her grandpa's home in HK for a few ... Read More
Apartments - how to calculate apartment size in China by PhysioW
Hello Together, I am currently searching for an apartment and after visiting some apartments I have the feeling that the size of the apartments in China has to be calculated in another way than in Germany, for example. The given sizes of the ...
Often they calculate the balconies as part of apartment's over-all size as well. Kris Read More
question about exit/entry date by musicgrrrl
my visa does not expire until the march 14. I can only Be in china for a max 90 days so I have to exit and re enter to start a new 90 day cycle so my initial 90 day is up on the 30th, but i want to exit/enter before the 30th. Is that OK or do I have ...
I think we're getting off topic here. The original question by musicgrrrl was "I have multiple entry. From my understanding every time you enter and exit china a new 90 day cycle starts, is that correct?" The answer to musicgrrrl is simply ... Read More
question about exit/entry date by musicgrrrl
my visa does not expire until the march 14. I can only Be in china for a max 90 days so I have to exit and re enter to start a new 90 day cycle so my initial 90 day is up on the 30th, but i want to exit/enter before the 30th. Is that OK or do I have ...
I think we're getting off topic here. The original question by musicgrrrl was "I have multiple entry. From my understanding every time you enter and exit china a new 90 day cycle starts, is that correct?" The answer to musicgrrrl is simply "yes"... Read More
Moving to Nanba Sichuan by musikenhinyero
Hi everyone. Please give me feedback about this place. In terms of trasportation, people, food and internet service. I'll be working in Chuandongbei Gas Plant, Nanba, Sichuan Province starting next month and your information will be of great help ...
Every contract has a probationary period... even locals have this provision. It isn't absurd for employers; this is their way of protecting themselves against weak employees coming from abroad. Even I had this provision; in my case it was 90 ... Read More
request abt teaching jobs by khalid05
hello , can u provide me with much information about travelling and job's opportunities in china ?? this is my e-mail: ezzouitnykhalid@gmail.com thank u very much in advance
The fact of the matter is... how "native" sounding is your English? China is fussy about accents and prefer North American accents and pronounciation of the English language. They simply find it easier to comprehend for some reason. However they ... Read More
Moving to Nanba Sichuan by musikenhinyero
Hi everyone. Please give me feedback about this place. In terms of trasportation, people, food and internet service. I'll be working in Chuandongbei Gas Plant, Nanba, Sichuan Province starting next month and your information will be of great help ...
This is off topic... never the less... a lesson can be learned by all... read your contract properly...and remeber it's not what is written in the contract that only counts... but is missing from the contract as well. It's quite possible there was ... Read More
I want to hear your experiences of Americanization of China for a film by britt_pearce
Hi. I have recently moved to Beijing from the UK & have been suprised to see how much of an influence America has had on the Chinese culture. I am studying Directing Film here & am about to make a fictional film about an American girl moving to ...
Looks good to me so far... but perhaps you can broaden your questions to maybe include some personal information about the people participating... if they agree off camera prior to the interview. I think getting to know about what kind of ppl came ... Read More
Top hiring sectors in Shenzhen by Julien
Hi, lets talk about job opportunities in Shenzhen. What are the top hiring sectors? And according to you, what are the most promising job sectors, which will keep creating jobs in Shenzhen? Thanks in advance for sharing your ...
I would like to add that Shenzhen also has a huge finance sector. Every major and actually even minor banking institution has an office tower (no less) in this city. In fact there is an entire sector that is dedicated to solely banking and finance. ... Read More
Mga Kapatid ko sa INC
He's posted the same message in English elsewhere on this forum... he's reaching out to his own people in China who may be able to help him as well... This forum may be mainly English... but it has an international community... BTW I do get ... Read More
I'm coming to China in Dec 2013 by musikenhinyero
Hi, I'm moving to China this December. I'll be working with Chevron, oil and gas company. please give me feedback about all information I need to know such as accomodation, tranportation and food. My company is offering free accomodation, mobile and ...
thanks for the heads up! Now I know what to expect when I get there. but, could you be more specific about it when you said cheap, how much are we talking about per month just for an average user of social media, mail and youtube.I paid 600 RMB ( ... Read More
question about exit/entry date by musicgrrrl
my visa does not expire until the march 14. I can only Be in china for a max 90 days so I have to exit and re enter to start a new 90 day cycle so my initial 90 day is up on the 30th, but i want to exit/enter before the 30th. Is that OK or do I have ...
My response is based on 3 years of having to exit and re-enter on a schedule. When I first arrived I had a 6 month visa with 30 day stays... every 30 days or less I had to exit the country and could legally stay in China for a total of 6 months. Now ... Read More
Moving to Nanba Sichuan by musikenhinyero
Hi everyone. Please give me feedback about this place. In terms of trasportation, people, food and internet service. I'll be working in Chuandongbei Gas Plant, Nanba, Sichuan Province starting next month and your information will be of great help ...
I can't offer any specific information on that city. However there only a few internet providers Chinatelecom is probably the most likely choice. You'll want to get a VPN to acess FB and YT (there's an entire thread dedicated to VPN). Food will ... Read More
request abt teaching jobs by khalid05
hello , can u provide me with much information about travelling and job's opportunities in china ?? this is my e-mail: ezzouitnykhalid@gmail.com thank u very much in advance
There are hundreds of job sites and web sites such as this one. All you have to do is google it. But perhaps if you told us more about yourself... some members may be able to help. What is your profession? Where in China would you like to ... Read More
I'm coming to China in Dec 2013 by musikenhinyero
Hi, I'm moving to China this December. I'll be working with Chevron, oil and gas company. please give me feedback about all information I need to know such as accomodation, tranportation and food. My company is offering free accomodation, mobile and ...
hi Kris, thanks for the feedback. I'm not exactly sure of the place yet, all I was told about is Chevron, (Unocal East China Sea, Ltd ) on the Chuandongbei project in Dazhou, Sichuan Province in China. Is this an isolated place do you know? Do you ... Read More
I'm coming to China in Dec 2013 by musikenhinyero
Hi, I'm moving to China this December. I'll be working with Chevron, oil and gas company. please give me feedback about all information I need to know such as accomodation, tranportation and food. My company is offering free accomodation, mobile and ...
Hahaha! You got one hell of a sweet package with Chevron. You have nothing to worry about! 450 a month in food is plenty You can eat like a king for less than 5 USD at any street vendor. 450 USD is plenty unless you plan to eat at the Ritz every ... Read More
question about exit/entry date by musicgrrrl
my visa does not expire until the march 14. I can only Be in china for a max 90 days so I have to exit and re enter to start a new 90 day cycle so my initial 90 day is up on the 30th, but i want to exit/enter before the 30th. Is that OK or do I have ...
OMG Everyone is confused it seems 90 days is the maximum # of days you may remain in China on your visa. Meaning you have to exit at least once within those 90 days. And yes your 90 day stay reboots as soon as you re-enter China. You can stay ... Read More
I want to hear your experiences of Americanization of China for a film by britt_pearce
Hi. I have recently moved to Beijing from the UK & have been suprised to see how much of an influence America has had on the Chinese culture. I am studying Directing Film here & am about to make a fictional film about an American girl moving to ...
Britt, I'm pleased you read my rant in the light it was meant. Anytime you need to be honestly critiqued just ask me. lol Cheers! Kris Read More
I want to hear your experiences of Americanization of China for a film by britt_pearce
Hi. I have recently moved to Beijing from the UK & have been suprised to see how much of an influence America has had on the Chinese culture. I am studying Directing Film here & am about to make a fictional film about an American girl moving to ...
Do they have to agree with your opinions?Wouldn't be much of a documentary if we had to agree with anything anyone says. I'll agree though with the statement of many non-Americans saying they're from the States in order to get work and stem off ... Read More
I want to hear your experiences of Americanization of China for a film by britt_pearce
Hi. I have recently moved to Beijing from the UK & have been suprised to see how much of an influence America has had on the Chinese culture. I am studying Directing Film here & am about to make a fictional film about an American girl moving to ...
Thanks for the feed back however I'm still trying to wrap my head around the methodology Anyways short of human breast milk I think any mammal's milk has got to be better than manufactured milk. I've seen 5 year olds and even older breast feeding ... Read More
DESPERATE by worraps123
Hello My previous company obtained Changsha Residence Permits for several teachers. Telling us they were OK for SZ, and that they would transfer them to SZ Residence Permits. They lied. Because of this my new company's application has been ...
Who issues the letter of release? Or is it necessary ? The medical can be done in China or in HK? I get the rest pretty straight forward. But 1-2 weeks in HK is a lot of money unless you know some really cheap hotels or have a place to ... Read More
help needed trying to get moroccan husband in china by brandyfatemah
Hello everyone, This is my first time on one of these websites so bare with me. I am canadian married to a moroccan who lives in morocco. I recently moved to Guangzhou china to teach. Its the second country I teavh in other than Canada. The school ...
Brandy, I suggest you find an agent Guangzhou to help you sort this out. Several travel agencies can help obtain visas for expatriots in China and those wishing to come to China. Of course there's a heavy fee attached to such services of upwards ... Read More
Top hiring sectors in Shenzhen by Julien
Hi, lets talk about job opportunities in Shenzhen. What are the top hiring sectors? And according to you, what are the most promising job sectors, which will keep creating jobs in Shenzhen? Thanks in advance for sharing your ...
Grandpa Deng and His Magic Circle? :D Sounds like a children's bedtime story lol! That's what I love about you Berry ! Grandpa Kris Read More
Top hiring sectors in Shenzhen by Julien
Hi, lets talk about job opportunities in Shenzhen. What are the top hiring sectors? And according to you, what are the most promising job sectors, which will keep creating jobs in Shenzhen? Thanks in advance for sharing your ...
Shekou opened up to the western world with BP and other oil giants some 20 - 30 years ago. It's now the hub for westerners to live, eat, shop and educate their kids. Though the expat community is small (7-8000 registered and known foreigners) it's ... Read More