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  • A practical guide for international students renting in Shanghai

    A practical guide for international students renting in Shanghai

    Here are some practical tips to help you find a comfortable home in China.

  • Five essential hotlines for students in Shanghai

    Five essential hotlines for students in Shanghai

    Keep these five essential numbers on hand to help you in emergencies.

  • How to find a sports facility

    How to find a sports facility

    If you are a sports enthusiast, there are plenty of venues for you to explore in Shanghai. Here is a guide to finding a sports venue with a few clicks on your mobile phone.

  • How to use Weixin Pay

    How to use Weixin Pay

    WeChat Pay, a widely used payment method in China, offers a seamless and convenient way to conduct transactions. Here is a comprehensive guide on how to utilize WeChat Pay.

  • How to use Alipay

    How to use Alipay

    Living in or visiting China, you’ll find that Alipay is an essential app, as it is a popular method for paying for things. Here is a guide on how to pay with Alipay and some of its other handy features.

  • Payment methods for foreigners

    Payment methods for foreigners

    Whether you come to Shanghai for travel, study, work, or business, you will have access to a variety of convenient payment services during your stay.

  • A guide to linking international bank cards to Alipay

    Visitors from overseas can seamlessly link their foreign bank cards issued outside the Chinese mainland to Alipay, enabling transactions at countless Alipay merchants throughout the country.

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