Laurence
@axemenbasketball
Canadian expat in China
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84
Contacts
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About me
Canadian
Lives in Chongqing, Sichuan
Speaks English and a little chinese
Registration: 28 April 2010
working visa for hiv+ ? by GuestPoster6471
hi everybody, there is sombody can help me? i will move to Shanghai to work for 2 years with my company. I am hiv+ from 3 years and i am on therapy. I am in a very good health and I will bring my medication from my country. Will i have some problems ...
In order to obtain a working visa in China, you are required to take a physical health exam. Following that procedure, they will discover you are HIV positive. What the Chinese officials do with that information is anyone's guess. Good luck Read More
Dealing with emergency situations in China by Priscilla
Hello everybody, Dealing with unexpected situations abroad can be a very difficult matter. In order to better help expats and soon-to-be expats in China face such tricky situations, we invite you to share your advice and experience. What are ...
Priscilla asks for your experiences and comments should you run into legal problems or embassy difficulties, and Simsjk turns it into a personal vendetta vs. China. ** Read More
Business etiquette in China by Julien
Hello everybody, As you know, professional habits may differ from one country to another. In order to help newly arrived expats better understand their new professional environment in China, we warmly encourage you to share information and ...
kilnmaster: You seem to harbor a ton of resentment towards both teachers and Americans. May I ask what country you are from and why you feel the way you do? Because you are enjoying doing business in China, is no reason to turn your back on your ... Read More
Business etiquette in China by Julien
Hello everybody, As you know, professional habits may differ from one country to another. In order to help newly arrived expats better understand their new professional environment in China, we warmly encourage you to share information and ...
My my my: when in Rome, how I dislike that particular phrase and suggestion, I am in China, and I dont want to smoke excessively, or drink uncontrollably. I really dont want to hork and spit all over the place, or allow my child to urinate in ... Read More
Business etiquette in China by Julien
Hello everybody, As you know, professional habits may differ from one country to another. In order to help newly arrived expats better understand their new professional environment in China, we warmly encourage you to share information and ...
Irai: Thank you for your support on the smoking and drinking issue, and as far as returning food and still being charged, I did make them understand why I would not pay for it. You are correct, I too really enjoy my Chinese friends, however, I find ... Read More
Business etiquette in China by Julien
Hello everybody, As you know, professional habits may differ from one country to another. In order to help newly arrived expats better understand their new professional environment in China, we warmly encourage you to share information and ...
So true, so true, so true: I have ordered products on line, if they do not have the brand name that I have requested, they usually send an inferior brand however, they charge the same price as the name brand and wont accept returns. As far as ... Read More
Tips and advice to thrive in China by Priscilla
Hi, When living in a foreign country, you have to adapt to a new environment, various cultures and different social codes. How did you manage to adjust to China? How long does it take to feel at home? Would you say it is an easy ...
Learning the language is key, I have struggled with it, knowing only enough to ask the price on somethings and some rather arbitrary greetings. My wife is Chinese, and although she has learned English very well from me, I have not benefited within ... Read More
Hong Kong bank account by khende11
Can anyone help me which is the easiest bank account to open in HK without being a resident? I am from the US, but will be living in China and would like to have my money in an HK account. Is this possible?
Thank you ...can you please send me your contact data...Larence Read More
Hong Kong bank account by khende11
Can anyone help me which is the easiest bank account to open in HK without being a resident? I am from the US, but will be living in China and would like to have my money in an HK account. Is this possible?
Jeff: Thank you for your reply, I do have one more question, if you dont mind,? At this day and age, knowing the climate in Hong Kong and other Asian countries, where is it best to have my money, Hong Kong or Mainland..Laurence. Read More
Hong Kong bank account by khende11
Can anyone help me which is the easiest bank account to open in HK without being a resident? I am from the US, but will be living in China and would like to have my money in an HK account. Is this possible?
Jeff: Thank you for your reply, I do have one more question, if you dont mind,? At this day and age, knowing the climate in Hong Kong and other Asian countries, where is it best to have my money, Hong Kong or Mainland..Laurence. Read More
Hong Kong bank account by khende11
Can anyone help me which is the easiest bank account to open in HK without being a resident? I am from the US, but will be living in China and would like to have my money in an HK account. Is this possible?
K: Im sorry, I just re read your post, when I opened up my account in Hong Kong, all I had to do was show my passport. I wasn't a permanent resident, I was there to help with their National Basketball team. (6 months). I have since retired, and ... Read More
Tips and advice to thrive in China by Priscilla
Hi, When living in a foreign country, you have to adapt to a new environment, various cultures and different social codes. How did you manage to adjust to China? How long does it take to feel at home? Would you say it is an easy ...
I recently read an article about a group of Muslims in Canada protesting the use of pork in school menus, the letter they received about their grievance from the Mayor of that particular city, was a reminder to them, in a nutshell, that they, the ... Read More
Roommate offer end of April - August by ainomarja
Hi there, Greetings from wintry Finland! I´ll be heading to Shanghai (for work) at the end of April and staying until end of August. I´m looking for someone who´s looking for a roommate / to find and share an apartment together. ...
Ain: My daughter and her roomate have just had one of their roomates move out in Shanghai. They are looking for one more person. Their house is lovely, large, private and within your price range. I can email them and set up an online meeting ... Read More
Hello there. by Lanie28
I am new here..im from philippines.i am tourist here in macau.i want to work in beijing china. Do i need to get a visa to go there.thank you
Lannie: I must agree with Manlin, if you are guaranteed a job once you arrive in Beijing, then all your inquiries into this topic are mute. Once you arrive in Beijing, you need to get your company to offer you a contract, take this contract to the ... Read More
Essentials to live in China by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in China, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in China? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would recommend ...
Aria: I was going to ask youfor y9ur bread recipe but you provided it, thank you. I have one question, how do you say flour I cant tell the difference between flour and baking powder....how does the bread taste??? and can I make hamburger buns ... Read More
Essentials to live in China by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in China, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in China? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would recommend ...
I have lived off and on in China for several years now. I live in what you may classify as a three term city and have difficulty getting cheese, non sweet bread, bacon, certain spices. I love Mexican food but cant find any here and many times,, ... Read More
Hong Kong bank account by khende11
Can anyone help me which is the easiest bank account to open in HK without being a resident? I am from the US, but will be living in China and would like to have my money in an HK account. Is this possible?
I have most of my savings in a Hong Kong account but I live and work in Mainland China. The bank I use in Hong Kong is the Bank of China mainly because there are banks of China in Mainland. However, you must realize that even though the Bank of ... Read More
I Need to Teach English and Economics in China by Howardoliverlilly
Does anyone know of any vacancies to teach English/Economics in China? I would like, too, to travel with my wife and son. Hence, can I expect to be paid approximately RMB 15,000? Please share your views. I am counting on you!!!
I agree, you will get more in Shanghai, Beijing etc...however, you will pay more to live. Everything is relative. Read More
I Need to Teach English and Economics in China by Howardoliverlilly
Does anyone know of any vacancies to teach English/Economics in China? I would like, too, to travel with my wife and son. Hence, can I expect to be paid approximately RMB 15,000? Please share your views. I am counting on you!!!
You will not be needed to teach economics in any private International Teaching companies. If you wish to pursue teaching that subject, apply to a University. However, getting a salary at a university of 15,000 rmb will be impossible. I taught ... Read More
Release form for teaching and losing a month's salary.
For some reason, I thought this practice by Chinese English teaching companies had been brought under control. I guess not, going to court is an effort in futility, I know, a friend of mine sued a Chinese company several years ago and won the case ... Read More
IS THERE A FILIPINO COMMUNITY OR FORMAL GROUP OF FILIPINOS IN BEIJING?
Tony: there may be a few Filipinos in Beijing, but only a few, if any. Most of them are in places such as Hong Kong and Shenzhen where its warm. I have chatted with Filipinos in Beijing in the past, and the general theme, is"its too ... Read More
ENGLISH DOCTORS IN SHENZHEN by shironf
Hi, I'm Shiron & I would like to know of a good Doctor who speaks English as I need to take my wife for some medic , Please advise a good hospital or a clinic which has fluent English speaking doctors
I do appreciate all the information, but that's in Shenzhen which is a 2 and a half hour plane ride away. Is there anything in the Chongqing area? I know there is in Chengdu, however, that is also a 3 hour train ride. Read More
Volunteering in China by Maximilien
Hi, While living abroad, some expats wish to get involved in the local community life. What organizations expats can turn to if they want to volunteer in China? How to join a charitable institution, what are the steps? Which causes have ...
From what I have read as recent as yesterday, several cities in China have pet restriction in force. Apparently, the city councils have warned pet owners to "get rid of your pets, or we will come and shoot them". Is this organization ... Read More
Teaching at TianjinTeda Mapple leaf school by wilms
Hi I have just sign a contract to teach at Tianjin TEDA High School campus. I am from South Africa. Is there anyone that can give me some feedback on the circumstances at the school, bad or good? And some helpful info on what to expect?
James: I did not hear from you...did you get this way? I don't know how to access the personal messages so I'm trying to reach you through this forum..Coach Read More
Volunteering in China by Maximilien
Hi, While living abroad, some expats wish to get involved in the local community life. What organizations expats can turn to if they want to volunteer in China? How to join a charitable institution, what are the steps? Which causes have ...
I have had over 35 years of basketball coaching experience, I am certified as a level 111 instructor, so I volunteer with young rural kids teaching them the game. However, Wenshidi is correct, the government wants oversight and inclusion therefore, ... Read More
Driving in China by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in China? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
Why was I directed to read this, it has nothing to do with the topic...Do I care why you have not allowed something......................NOT... Read More
My first encounter with the police, in Shenzhen by oslooor
I was moving to a new apartment, and after my former landlord checked the old one, they returned the 2 months deposit, minus 400 rmb for some paint job, then I went to hire a truck to move all of our stuff, outside our building was one of those old ...
This like an excerpt from "1984" Robert Orwell's classic novel. In China BIg Brother is always watching. I have never seen so many cameras as there are here. I don't know if I am comfortable with my every move being monitored, ... Read More
ENGLISH DOCTORS IN SHENZHEN by shironf
Hi, I'm Shiron & I would like to know of a good Doctor who speaks English as I need to take my wife for some medic , Please advise a good hospital or a clinic which has fluent English speaking doctors
Doctor, thank you for your concern.......I have a question for you....Is it the policy in Chinese hospitals not to allow pain management? Following my operation, I was in pain and asked several times for some sort of pain meds....but kept getting ... Read More
Driving in China by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in China? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
We know what the lights are for, the people who installed the lights, know what the lights are for, the government knows what the lights are for, however, no one has informed the car and bike operators. I threw a basketball at a motorcycle driver ... Read More
Driving in China by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in China? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
I thought this article would add a little fuel to this driving fire...please understand, I did not write this, so please don't bombard me innuendo.thanks Laurence. Search YouTube for "driving in China" and up pops a string of videos ... Read More
Driving in China by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in China? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
I have been in mainland on and off for several years now.....the biggest problem I see, is in the past year, 5 million new drivers have flooded the roads as a result, we have all this inexperience causing the problems. In most cities, the ... Read More
Teaching at TianjinTeda Mapple leaf school by wilms
Hi I have just sign a contract to teach at Tianjin TEDA High School campus. I am from South Africa. Is there anyone that can give me some feedback on the circumstances at the school, bad or good? And some helpful info on what to expect?
James: I have a trip to Korea and Thailand for the National Basketball Association sometime during August, if you could give me a heads up on the dates it would be good. Coach Read More
Teaching at TianjinTeda Mapple leaf school by wilms
Hi I have just sign a contract to teach at Tianjin TEDA High School campus. I am from South Africa. Is there anyone that can give me some feedback on the circumstances at the school, bad or good? And some helpful info on what to expect?
James: I am not sure if you received my reply to your last email to me....I have been banned . Anyway in case your didn't, I would be happy to have a drink or dinner with you when you come to Chongqing. ...we can set something up...Coach Read More
NEW IN QINGDAO
Vanessa: Im not sure of your age, however, I have a Chinese daughter who lives and works in Qingdao. She is 24 recently graduated from University and speaks perfect English. Her name is Joy and to this day, I still cant pronounce her Chinese name ... Read More
12 years in China and still cannot speak Chinese! by Burchy
Hi, I'm a British Expat out of London. I have had the pleasure of working various (approx. 14) LNG storage tank construction projects mainly around N / E & W of Shanghai, China over the last 12 years, [Prior too China was 20 years moving ...
Burchy: Thank you my friend, I will dive into those sites and give you an update. Take care and good luck with your new position. Laurence a.k.a. Coach Mac Read More
12 years in China and still cannot speak Chinese! by Burchy
Hi, I'm a British Expat out of London. I have had the pleasure of working various (approx. 14) LNG storage tank construction projects mainly around N / E & W of Shanghai, China over the last 12 years, [Prior too China was 20 years moving ...
David: Welcome to the club, I too have been here 12 years coaching basketball and still have difficulty with the language. I know enough to get by however, I crave to be able to add to any conversation when out to dinner with my Chinese wife and ... Read More
Teaching at TianjinTeda Mapple leaf school by wilms
Hi I have just sign a contract to teach at Tianjin TEDA High School campus. I am from South Africa. Is there anyone that can give me some feedback on the circumstances at the school, bad or good? And some helpful info on what to expect?
You are welcome to China, I've Teach in Tianjin before, Allow me to answer some of your questions... No I don't have an MA in Linguistics or English...I consider myself a professional in English because I have spoken it since birth. My ... Read More
Teaching at TianjinTeda Mapple leaf school by wilms
Hi I have just sign a contract to teach at Tianjin TEDA High School campus. I am from South Africa. Is there anyone that can give me some feedback on the circumstances at the school, bad or good? And some helpful info on what to expect?
I don't wish to argue this further, however, suffice to say I am tired of foreigners coming to China to teach English especially those who don't speak it well. I have met many, whose ONLY skill is their ability to speak English and many of ... Read More
Teaching at TianjinTeda Mapple leaf school by wilms
Hi I have just sign a contract to teach at Tianjin TEDA High School campus. I am from South Africa. Is there anyone that can give me some feedback on the circumstances at the school, bad or good? And some helpful info on what to expect?
Perhaps prior to teaching, you should learn to spell. Its Maple, not Mapple. Further, your post is filled with syntax errors and grammatical problems. [---] Moderated by Gavind. Reason : Kindly avoid being rude to others. Read More
They're offering 130,000RMB / month....what do you say? by spiribizki
Hi friends, I have been offered to relocate to Beijing for 3-4 years with my three kids and wife (family of 5). The company would be paying for the house and the international school and 130000 RMB per month after tax (plus the trip back home once ...
Personally, I think we have beaten this topic to death. There is a ton of misinformation suggested with little back up of facts. The kidnapping possibility, ridiculous, The falsifying of records at international schools, even more ridiculous. I ... Read More
Chinese job market - Please share your opinion
Well lets see, every year, there are approximately 7 million Chinese University grads looking. Good luck Coach Read More
Chinese job market - Please share your opinion
You need a degree preferably in Education, and you need to be a native speaker without a strong accent. If you have any teaching experience, that too will help. Coach Read More
anyone has had difficulty with mail and packages being delivered here? by axemenbasketball
I would be interested in knowing if anyone has had difficulty with mail and packages being delivered here in China from your respective countries. Two years ago, my daughter sent me a Christmas package and to date, I still don't have it. More ...
Well thats re assuring......Coach aka Laurence Read More
They're offering 130,000RMB / month....what do you say? by spiribizki
Hi friends, I have been offered to relocate to Beijing for 3-4 years with my three kids and wife (family of 5). The company would be paying for the house and the international school and 130000 RMB per month after tax (plus the trip back home once ...
I make a very nice salary here but not near what they are paying you....and I too have Western habits and love and miss western food. You will pay a little more for the western food but in the long run its worth it. Where I live a beer in a ... Read More
anyone has had difficulty with mail and packages being delivered here?
I would be interested in knowing if anyone has had difficulty with mail and packages being delivered here in China from your respective countries. Two years ago, my daughter sent me a Christmas package and to date, I still don't have it. More ... Read More
Sad valentine story: dating a Chinese girl as foreigner by jef boom
Hello everyone, I could need some help, especialy from a chinese girl. I used to date a chinese girl for 3 years. She is from Shenzhen and im from Europe. I visited her in december and we had a great time and all was well and a week after i got ...
Is there anything sadder than unrequited love.....Man....get over it....I dont feel sad for you, I think its time to get back to more important topics.....If I want to see anymore of this soap opera, Ill buy a True Confessions Magazine... Read More
Sad valentine story: dating a Chinese girl as foreigner by jef boom
Hello everyone, I could need some help, especialy from a chinese girl. I used to date a chinese girl for 3 years. She is from Shenzhen and im from Europe. I visited her in december and we had a great time and all was well and a week after i got ...
To the person who wrote,."Don't worry, there are 500 million Chinese women to choose from"...NOT....remember all the atrocities of the 50;s and 60's where male babies were prized over female babies. In many cases the female baby ... Read More
What's the best way to send money to a friend in China? by ToniqNYC
PayPal is restricting payments from the US to China. What's the best way to send money to a friend in China? Would mailing a check work? Any advice would be appreciated! Thanks, Carol
I appreciate your facetious nature, I mention one difficulty with transferring money, and as you can see by the responses, I'm not the only one. What am I doing to help make China better? well I run free basketball camps for kids I was a ... Read More
ENGLISH DOCTORS IN SHENZHEN by shironf
Hi, I'm Shiron & I would like to know of a good Doctor who speaks English as I need to take my wife for some medic , Please advise a good hospital or a clinic which has fluent English speaking doctors
Doctor: Im afraid this IS typical, its not the first time its happened. What bothers me, is the exorbitant prices these doctors charge, and there seems to be no set pattern. One hospital in Qijiang kept me for 3 days and my wife had to feed me, ... Read More
friends by GuestPoster14796
Hi there, im in China 6 days..live and work in Liyang city, Jiangsu province. Anyone free for coffee or a meetup? Bev
To anybody: I am the only foreigner in Qijiang, a suburb of Chongqing. I am not a young man I am a former professional basketball coach now retired and living here..I want to meet English friends as it is very lonely ...please contact ... Read More
ENGLISH DOCTORS IN SHENZHEN by shironf
Hi, I'm Shiron & I would like to know of a good Doctor who speaks English as I need to take my wife for some medic , Please advise a good hospital or a clinic which has fluent English speaking doctors
Good luck finding English speaking doctors anywhere in China. I was recently hospitalized in Chongqing for the removal of kidney stones. Well, I should have gone back to my home country where health care is free. However, I was suffering a lot of ... Read More
Any filipino stay at home mom here in Shanghai? by jo-annshanghai
Hi everyone. I'm new here in Shanghai and I am wondering if there are Filipinos here who are stay at home mom like me. I want to meet new friends.. Is there a Filipino store here? It is my first time here in China but been moving around to other ...
English Please11111i I have coached basketball in the phils s I know you are an English speaking country....thanks.. Read More
Teaching English in China - how much to charge? by Adrian07
I am an Australian and will be moving to Dalian China next year. I would like to teach English there and I would like to get an Idea on how much to charge to teach English privately (not as part of a school). Is there much of a demand for it and ...
I didn't just fall off a pumpkin truck, what if you are over 60??? can you guarantee a visa to a person that age and in good health? There are many quality teachers that would have remained in China to instruct had this little law not popped up. ... Read More
Urgent support please.....
Why not ask your new employer in Hangzhou, I am sure, they will have this information. Why didn't you plan this in advance? Read More
Teaching English in China - how much to charge? by Adrian07
I am an Australian and will be moving to Dalian China next year. I would like to teach English there and I would like to get an Idea on how much to charge to teach English privately (not as part of a school). Is there much of a demand for it and ...
Oh and a big PS to the same educational department, the reason the salaries are higher in Beijing, is because the cost of living is much higher than most less significant cities in China. Read More
Teaching English in China - how much to charge? by Adrian07
I am an Australian and will be moving to Dalian China next year. I would like to teach English there and I would like to get an Idea on how much to charge to teach English privately (not as part of a school). Is there much of a demand for it and ...
to the Chinese Educational Department Company: Do you really understand just how offensive your very first question is "How old are you" nothing about experience, degrees, country, whether you are a native speaker or not. I know that if ... Read More
What's the best way to send money to a friend in China? by ToniqNYC
PayPal is restricting payments from the US to China. What's the best way to send money to a friend in China? Would mailing a check work? Any advice would be appreciated! Thanks, Carol
Yes: I can bring money in from Hong Kong and Canada but its when it has to go the other day. Language barriers within the bank, cant find anyone who can explain things to me in English. As far as the VPN is concerned, once i downloaded it...thats ... Read More
Help each other(language learner) by jessicaji
I've got a problem about poor oral English.I can reading and writing,but can not communicate with other people in English. So I would like to find a friend who can speak fluent English to help me.As a return for your kindness,I can teach you ...
I see a lot of people using wechat....what is that, I have been using yahoo messenger or skype but now both wont open up for some reason. Can you help me down load we chat. Laurence Read More
Any filipino stay at home mom here in Shanghai? by jo-annshanghai
Hi everyone. I'm new here in Shanghai and I am wondering if there are Filipinos here who are stay at home mom like me. I want to meet new friends.. Is there a Filipino store here? It is my first time here in China but been moving around to other ...
There are few Filipina in China, most of them are in Hong Kong over 300,000. I can put you in contact with many of my friends there as I used to coach a pro team there. If interested write me at ***..good luck Laurence Read More
What's the best way to send money to a friend in China? by ToniqNYC
PayPal is restricting payments from the US to China. What's the best way to send money to a friend in China? Would mailing a check work? Any advice would be appreciated! Thanks, Carol
I have had a ton of trouble in China transferring money..I don't live near a western union, I used to be able to do it via paypal online..but for some reason, now something in Chinese pops up and I cant get into my online banking. I have tried ... 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 ...
Will do Manlin...thank you for the suggestion..Laurence. 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 ...
Manlin: I'm still waiting information on a business visa....you stated you may know of some companies who do this however, still no results. Laurence.. Read More
Police Check or Criminal Background Check for China Z Visa? by Bix8
I have heard vague rumors of criminal background checks being required for foreigners working in China. I don’t remember ever dealing with this when I worked there in the early 2000’s, but now I see some employers asking for some form ...
Bix8: I have taught and coached basketball in Canada, the US, Europe and more recently in china. When in the west, I was subjected to background checks. Any position you do working with kids requires it....China did not use to be that way but I ... 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 ...
Manlin: /The Chinese government has put so much detail into a foreigner getting a Z visa makes one wonder, why they don't invest in a manual to teach their population how to drive. This week alone, I have had several near misses with my car. ... Read More
how do foreigners find a job in Beijing by Symbiohr
how do foreigners find a job in Beijing?
I'm not going to candy this up to make you feel better, I made an assumption that perhaps I shouldn't have. However, it is a fact that non-native teachers in China make far less money than native speakers. If you are having visa ... Read More
how do foreigners find a job in Beijing by Symbiohr
how do foreigners find a job in Beijing?
Are you filipina? if so, you must be looking for a domestic position. Those are much easier to find in Hong Kong. Mainlanders don't use domestics that much unless you are in a foreign dominated area in Shanghai or Beijing. You may have to go ... Read More
Information on a business visa
My email is axemenbasketball@hotmail.com..thanks Manlin.. Read More
Information on a business visa
Hey Manlin, thanks for your quick reply. I am too old to get a work visa here in China. My job is to be the face for my new English school. My wife will run it and I will try to find accredited teachers to teach it. We have commitments for 80 ... Read More
Information on a business visa
I wish to establish a business in China, I have been here for over 10 years, am married to a Chinese woman and have been for 7 years. I have taught and coached basketball both in Hong Kong and in Mainland as well as taught at University and High ... Read More
how do foreigners find a job in Beijing by Symbiohr
how do foreigners find a job in Beijing?
Man: do people not plan things anymore???So hes moving to China with his girlfriend, is he educated to at the University level?, what skills does he have? Do you realize just how difficult it is to get a work visa here? and why is Mommy writing on ... Read More
A house helper needed in Beijing by nicolas_chee
Hi there, Me and my wife just have a new born baby this July and we are looking for a experienced female Helper who can live in our apartment for a full time housekeeper job. The following is the Job Description: (1) Apartment: Our apartment is ...
I seem to be having difficulty with this request, however, why not hire a Chinese Ayee and save the cost and aggravation of applying for a work visa. This is NOT Hong Kong. Laurence Read More
Age Discrimination China - You too, if lucky, will be old some day. by beijingyank
Human Rights Watch China should have mentioned long ago about China's age discrimination policy for anyone over 55. Things get really dicey trying to find a teaching gig at 59. The Chinese Constitution states unequivocally, "The Right to ...
I feel your pain on the age discrimination, I too have been exposed to this. However, this is China not the west, its their law that you retire at 55 and as long as you live here I guess you must swallow it. China does many things differently than ... Read More
Shunned In Chengdu
Recently, my wife and I went to Chengdu to witness her daughter's graduation from Sichuan University. this is my first trip there and I, as a foreigner, was treated quite poorly. Although we had reservations at a hotel, I was informed that ... Read More
looking for friends(expat and local) in Chongqing
I live in a small city outside of Chongqing called Jijiang, if you wish to hook up contact me at aemenbasketball@hotmail.com Laurence Read More
Is any one like Honda XL 350?
I have no idea what you are talking about....is this an ad to sell a Honda 350????Laurence Read More
Opening a bank account in China by Julien
Hi all, is it difficult for expats to open a bank account in China ? Which documents are required to open a bank account in China ? How long does it take to open it ? Is there any restriction for expats regarding the services (loans for ...
Nothing is ever easy in China, however, insure you have all the correct documentation, insure your name is spot on with your passport, sometimes your name will be too long for their computers and that causes a problem as it dd for me. If you are ... Read More
Cost of living in Hong Kong by HBTj
Hi, My wife and I are considering moving to Hong Kong. How much a would be the expense for a family of two in Hong Kong? I understand that rent of house would be the largest part of the monthly expense. Thank you in advance for you kind replies.
As far as Central living is concerned, getting to queens road is not a problem with busses or the MTR. However, if you want to live there, now that will be costly. My suggestion, is to find a place near the MTR a little further out and commute. ... Read More
Cost of living in Hong Kong by HBTj
Hi, My wife and I are considering moving to Hong Kong. How much a would be the expense for a family of two in Hong Kong? I understand that rent of house would be the largest part of the monthly expense. Thank you in advance for you kind replies.
Hi folks: When you say moving to Hong Kong, do you mean you have a job there or you are simply moving there? I have a basketball academy in Hong Kong but I teach in Mainland. Living in Hong Kong is very expensive and you are correct, housing is a ... Read More