5 China-Based Youtubers You Need to Be Following

China is a tough place for a YouTuber – but these guys are having a go.

by Sky Gidge, 12 June 2017

China Launching a 5-Year Work Permit for Foreigners

It's about to get a whole lot easier for expats to work in China.

by Bridget O'Donnell, 16 March 2017

China Just Made it Easier for Foreigners to Get Work Visas

It's now much easier for foreigners with postgraduate degrees to find employment in China.

by That's, 17 January 2017

Here's How China's New Expat Grading System Will Work

Are you considered an A, B or C-Level expat in China? Find out here.

by Bridget O'Donnell, 27 October 2016

TDIH: Train Robbing Bandits & the Lincheng Outrage

The capture of famed foreigners and journalists made this a major international event in China's history.

by Tristin Zhang, 04 May 2023

How to Navigate China’s Paperless Train Ticketing System

Train stations across China are phasing out paper tickets. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how foreigners can navigate the e-ticket system.

by Bridget O'Donnell, 03 December 2019

Turbulent Times for Foreigners in China as COVID-19 Spikes Overseas

Sentiment towards non-Chinese nationals in the PRC has taken a hit as nations outside China struggle with COVID-19.

by Ryan Gandolfo, 27 March 2020

Expats Now Required to Renew China Work Permits Much Earlier

Don't forget to renew your work permit in time, otherwise you'll have to start the process all over from the beginning.

by That's, 18 December 2017

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