Shanghai Shopping Festival

Consumer Carnival

Shanghai Shopping Festival

Shanghai Global Talent Pass

Talent Service Package

Shanghai Global Talent Pass

Sporting events, exhibitions & performances in May

All the Fun in Town

Sporting events, exhibitions & performances in May

Shanghai Eastern Hub International Business Cooperation Zone

A Gateway to Openness, Connectivity & Innovation

Shanghai Eastern Hub International Business Cooperation Zone

Global Taste in Shanghai 2026

World Flavors

Global Taste in Shanghai 2026

I Want To

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    Do Business

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    Shanghai

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    Travel in Shanghai

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    in Shanghai

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In Focus

The Shanghai moments they want to take back home

The Shanghai moments they want to take back home

Video
Major exhibitions in Shanghai this May

Major exhibitions in Shanghai this May

Expos
Watch again: Shanghai International Flower Show

Watch again: Shanghai International Flower Show

City in Full Bloom
International Community Lifestyle Festival kicks off in Hongqiao

International Community Lifestyle Festival kicks off in Hongqiao

Living in Shanghai
Pudong airport upgrades international traveler services

Pudong airport upgrades international traveler services

Arriving in Shanghai
Literary Shanghai: From century-old libraries to beloved bookshops

Literary Shanghai: From century-old libraries to beloved bookshops

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Latest

China extends visa-free policy for Russia to Dec 31, 2027

China extends visa-free policy for Russia to Dec 31, 2027

New tax refund service counters open at Suhewan MixC World, Jing'an Joy City

Tax refund New tax refund service counters open at Suhewan MixC World, Jing'an Joy City

A year of flowers in Qingpu: Your seasonal bloom calendar

A year of flowers in Qingpu: Your seasonal bloom calendar

  • May 20, 2026

    Shanghai Science Festival 2026 promises exciting sci-tech innovations

  • May 20, 2026

    SIAL Shanghai serves up global food trends

  • May 20, 2026

    Shanghai International Film Festival entries surpass 4,000, set new record

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Living in Shanghai Anxiety-free guide for living in the city

  • Useful Apps
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  • Hotel Booking
  • Transportation
  • Mobile Services
  • Visas
  • Consulates
  • Emergency Numbers
  • Work Permit
  • Waste Classification
  • Housekeeping
  • Become a Volunteer
  • Marriage & Divorce
  • Rent in Shanghai
  • Utility Bills
  • Healthcare
  • Public Holidays
  • Shopping Centers
  • Must-Visit Attractions
  • Museums
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  • Specialty Food
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Online Services

  • Visa Application

  • Visa Extension, Renewal
    and Replacement

  • Online Arrival Card

  • Individual Port Visa

  • Electronic Port Visa

  • Accommodation
    Registration

  • Residence Permit
    (foreigners)

  • Residence Permit
    (foreign talent)

  • Stay Permit

  • Exit-Entry Permit

  • Permanent Residence

  • Temporary Driving Permit

  • Heath Check Reservation

  • Applying for Scholarship

  • Fast Pass for Foreign
    Talent Salary Exchange
    and Remittance

  • Online Business Registration

  • Tax Assistance

  • Tying the Knot

Expat StoriesGain insights into expats' unique experiences, challenges, and unforgettable moments in Shanghai.

  • Peking University Dongfang Scholarships delegation visits humanoid robot incubator at Shanghai's Caohejing Hi-Tech Park

    Peking University Dongfang Scholarships delegation visits humanoid robot incubator at Shanghai's Caohejing Hi-Tech Park

  • San Francisco Mayor chooses Shanghai for first overseas visit

    San Francisco Mayor chooses Shanghai for first overseas visit

  • Becoming Shanghainese: A nightlife vibe for expats in Shanghai

    Becoming Shanghainese: A nightlife vibe for expats in Shanghai

  • German teachers fascinated by straw plaiting in Jiading

    German teachers fascinated by straw plaiting in Jiading

  • Paths of shared happiness (V): A Canadian educator reflects on China-Laos railway

    Paths of shared happiness (V): A Canadian educator reflects on China-Laos railway

  • Paths of shared happiness (IV): Railway reshapes three generations of a Lao family

    Paths of shared happiness (IV): Railway reshapes three generations of a Lao family

Frequently Asked QuestionsPrompt assistance and comprehensive support for a diverse range of common queries and questions
you may come across.

How to correct my name on Suishenban?

How to correct my name on Suishenban?

Is there a template for the authorization letter to apply for a certificate of no criminal record?

Is there a template for the authorization letter to apply for a certificate of no criminal record?

How to settle maternity insurance expenses for my childbirth?

How to settle maternity insurance expenses for my childbirth?

Can a foreign employee convert an M visa to a work-type residence permit?

Can a foreign employee convert an M visa to a work-type residence permit?

  • Shanghai 12345

  • A guide to Shanghai for Expats

  • Shanghai Weekly Bulletin