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Back-to-school guide: Restoring your study habits
show answer +This guide will help you shake off the holiday mood and embrace a new semester.
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Five essential hotlines for students in Shanghai
show answer +Keep these five essential numbers on hand to help you in emergencies.
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Campus safety guide for new college students in Shanghai
show answer +The guide is designed to raise students' safety awareness, strengthen their ability to prevent risks, eliminate potential hazards, and foster a safer and secure campus environment.
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Registration guide for international students in China
show answer +This guide outlines the registration process and highlights key requirements to help you have a smooth and efficient start to your studies in China.
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How to get a pet's health certificate for overseas travel
show answer +More pet owners want to take their "fur kids" overseas. But before a cat or dog can board a plane, there's one crucial document to secure: the Animal Health Certificate.
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Your back-to-school safety guide
show answer +To ensure a safe and smooth journey, we have prepared this safety guide to help you embrace the new semester.
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How to save a patient with AED
show answer +AED is a lifesaving device for patients suffering from cardiac arrest. Although AED is a medical device, it can be safely used by non-professionals who have received basic training.
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Should I apply for a residence permit while on an X2 visa?
show answer +International students holding an X2 visa and studying in China for less than six months may stay for the full duration of their visa without obtaining a residence permit. Those whose study period exceeds six months must apply for a residence permit before their visa expires.
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Do overseas individual investors enjoy any preferential income tax policies when investing in China's crude oil futures?
show answer +Individual overseas investors are temporarily exempt from individual income tax on earnings generated through trading domestic crude oil and other commodity futures products approved by the State Council for foreign investment.
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Can I obtain the e-invoice if I buy a train ticket using my passport?
show answer +Yes, international visitors or residents using a passport to purchase, refund, or reschedule railway tickets can obtain the e-invoice.
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As a visa-exempt visitor, do I need to register accommodation upon entering China?
show answer +Yes, you need to.
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What should I do if my visa-free stay period is about to expire and I want to extend my stay?
show answer +If an extension is required due to emergencies or force majeure, you must apply for a stay permit at the local exit-entry administration office of the public security bureau before the visa-free period expires.
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Can fresh postgraduate students apply for a 6-month or 1-year job-seeking visa?
show answer +If you currently hold a study-type residence permit, you must apply at the local exit-entry administration bureau to cancel the permit within 10 days of a change in your residency status.
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Are there any tax benefits for intl students under talent introduction programs?
show answer +Living allowances and scholarships received by international students in China are not considered wages or salaries and are therefore not subject to individual income tax.
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What if my passport expires but my Chinese visa is still valid?
show answer +When traveling to China, present both passports, using the new one for identification and the old one for the visa and residence permit.
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How to obtain a TE invitation letter?
show answer +Your contact in China can assist you in applying for the TE invitation letter. To do so, visit the official website of the Foreign Affairs Office of the Shanghai Municipal People's Government.
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How to obtain an inheritance certificate?
show answer +To obtain the notarized Certificate of Inheritance, you will need to submit a complete set of foreign inheritance documents.
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How do I get my personal income tax refund while I'm not in China?
show answer +You may authorize a tax-related service agency, another organization, or an individual to handle tax matters on your behalf.
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Can pets and owners depart from different countries while complying with customs regulations?
show answer +The pet owner and her sister are inquiring about the feasibility of departing from different countries with pets while complying with customs regulations.
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How to register and ride an e-bike
show answer +Electric bikes (e-bikes) are a convenient and eco-friendly way to navigate Shanghai's busy streets. However, buying and riding one involves understanding local regulations, licensing, and safety rules.
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