Can I get the money I paid into my Chinese pension back when I leave China?

The good news is that you can draw some of this money back out when you plan to leave China!

Do I still need a Work Visa if I’m working in China for a short time (a “short work stay”)?

If you’re planning to come to China to perform any kind of paid work for a Chinese (or China-based) company ,then you need to apply for some form...

How do I open up my own restaurant on the Chinese mainland?

Serving up tasty treats in the PRC requires more than just getting a good chef and the perfect location – it also means seeing to a ton of bureau...

Is it legal to do a second job on a Z Visa and Employment Permit?

Foreigners are allowed to work second jobs on the Chinese mainland even if their Employment Permit is registered to another company.

Companies Do Not Want to Settle in Shanghai: Age Limits and Taxes Deter Foreign Talent

Editor's Note: Shanghai is many multinational companys' Asia-Pacific base of operations. It is an economic watering hole of the global village fo...

Who to talk to about registering a business on the Chinese mainland

If you’re planning on opening a business on the Chinese mainland, you’re going to need to contact a number of government agencies.

How to Read a Chinses Visa

Visas for individual travel in China are easy to get. China will even issue visas to individual from countries which do not have diplomatic relat...

Paying utility bills in China: Water

There are various ways to pay your water bill – here’s a look at the options, as well as how to decipher the information on the bill itself.

How to Play the Chinese Lottery

China places a nationwide ban on gambling with one exception: the lottery. While Chinese lotteries come in a few different forms, by far the most...

How can I open up my own import and export company in China?

If you’re a foreigner in China, you might well want to take advantage of your resources in both your home country and your new home by getting in...