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Live & Work in China

For people planning to stay longer than a trip: everyday life, working, studying and doing business — with official sources for every rule.

Early draft — general information onlyThis section is planned for a later stage. It gives an overview and points to official sources; it is not legal, immigration or tax advice. Rules differ by city and by case — the authorities make the final decision.
Draft: nothing on this page has been checked against official sources yet.

Sections

Living in China

Phones, banking, housing, healthcare and the apps you need day to day.

  • Phone number and real-name registration
  • Bank accounts
  • Renting and police registration
  • Hospitals and insurance

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Work & Study

What you need to work or study legally, step by step.

  • Z visa, work permit, residence permit
  • X1 and X2 student visas
  • Teaching English
  • Common mistakes

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Business in China

An overview for people exploring a company or investment in China.

  • Business visits (M visa)
  • Company types
  • The Negative List
  • Finding professional advisors

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Useful contacts

Public services and official help lines. No paid listings.

  • Emergency numbers
  • Embassies and consulates
  • Government hotlines
  • International clinics (how to find)

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Visa-free entry and tourist visas never allow work. That includes unpaid work, internships and “volunteering” in exchange for room and board.