Chinaren
Canadian expat in China
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Getting married in China by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in China or who are about to get married in China to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in China? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed couple ...
It's actually very easy for the most part. (Having recently done it myself). The main thing the lao wai has to do is get a document of 'no impediment' or somesuch name. You have to go to your embassy or consul for this. This is usually easy, ... Read More
3 Tips before You Move To China by jsbmeb
3 Tips Before Moving To China What can you do to be as safe as possible when you move to China? -- Davis, CA USA Here's 3 things you can do before you leave. My motto when living abroad is, "Better safe than sorry". These simple tips will give ...
I would actually say don't get your VPN software until you're in China unless someone over here recommends one. The reason being is China blocked a load of VPNs a while ago. Some 'recovered' but others didn't (including the one I was signed up ... Read More
sms from abroad by sjdw
Hi, did anybody have problem getting sms from abroad..? we have 2 prepaid sim cards for mobile phone in Beijing.. both r working normal and have no problem according to China Mobile service. But the first one is able to get sms from abroad, and the ...
You may wish to try using 00 instead of the + for the international code. That's been known to be a problem before. Read More
Should I buy a laptop in the US before I get to China? by XO sauce
Keep hearing mixed advice on whether or not I ought to buy a laptop in the US or just wait until I get to China - warranty, windows language, keyboard, limited internet access, etc. Anyone thoughts?
Most software sold in China are Chinese version.Yes, but it's easy enough to get them to load the English version on it. Also you must remember the power adaptor is different for the US. Like I said, it depends on how long you're going to stay ... Read More
british man seeks employment , by jinmay
myself and my chinese wife are considering a move to china in the near future and although i have no teaching qualifications, what would be my chances of gaining employment in this field or any other field .
Pretty good is the answer, depending on your experience and what you want to teach. If you're okay with teaching ESL, then jobs are very easy to get. However, I'd get a job before moving here, or you will probably have issues with the visa. ... Read More
Does anyone know where I could buy SlimFast in Beijing? by we5cats
I聮ll be in Beijing twice a year for the next few years 聳 just trying to get some info together before first visit. I聮ve found listings for expat grocery stores such as Jenny Lou聮s 聳 I聮d like to keep using SlimFast meal replacement drinks while I聮m ...
You might be able to get some at Jennie Lou's. There are a couple of stores in Beijing. One's near the Lido hotel. If they don't have it, there's not much hope. :/ Read More
Should I buy a laptop in the US before I get to China? by XO sauce
Keep hearing mixed advice on whether or not I ought to buy a laptop in the US or just wait until I get to China - warranty, windows language, keyboard, limited internet access, etc. Anyone thoughts?
It depends. Prices here tend to be not that much cheaper, if at all, than outside China. (Hardware is pretty much the same all over). However, if you're familiar with China, and are comfortable buying here, then it may be worth getting one in ... Read More