How to call abroad from the Chinese mainland

Want to know how to call home from China? There are several ways you can use to make international calls from the Chinese mainland,

How is income tax calculated for foreigners in China?

Most foreign citizens who work in China for longer than 90 days (or 183 days if your country has signed a double taxation treaty with China) are ...

The different types of business entity in China

Before starting a business in China, you should understand the different types of business structures you can establish as a foreigner, and how t...

What is a Foreign Expert Certificate? How do I get one?

The Foreign Expert Certificate is a type of ID given to non-Chinese people working in China, and basically acts as an alternative to the Foreign ...

Medical examinations for work visas in China

If you want to stay in China for longer than one year on a work visa – or longer than six months on an X1 student visa – you must pass an officia...

What is a Chinese fapiao and what is it used for?

if you’re here to work (and certainly if you’re doing business in the country) you’ll soon become aware of the fapiao (发票, fāpiào). You’ll also w...

How To Start A Business In China — WFOE

This post focuses on the forming of a Wholly Foreign Owned Entity (WFOE) in China.

The 5 Stages of Expat Life in China

In China, you meet other expats from all walks of life and stages of their China experience. We've mapped out five of the key stages of expat lif...

How To Carve a Pumpkin: A Step-by-Step Guide

When black cats prowl and pumpkins gleam, may luck be yours on Halloween!

5 Things To Make Your China Trip Comfortable

China is a fascinating land steeped in history, culture and tradition. At the same time, it’s booming into the future with jaw-dropping skyscrape...