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  • Accommodation registration

    24-hour online accommodation registration (foreign visitors)

  • A guide to using AMap in English

    A guide to using AMap in English

    Gaode Maps (also known as AMap Global), one of China's leading mapping services, has launched the country's first English map for overseas users.

  • 8 translation tools that break language barriers

    8 translation tools that break language barriers

    When traveling or living in Shanghai, it's important to be able to communicate effectively despite potential language barriers.

  • What to do in an emergency

    What to do in an emergency

    In China, there are three key emergency hotlines to provide immediate assistance in urgent situations: 110 for police, 119 for fire, and 120 for medical emergencies.

  • Customs clearance guide for inbound passengers

    Customs clearance guide for inbound passengers

    This guide is provided on an informational basis to assist you in going through the Customs formalities when you enter China through international airports, seaports, trains or bus stations.

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FAQs

  • Do I need a physical marriage certificate when applying for a residence permit for private affairs?
  • Do I need to declare my ADHD medication to customs during an airside transit at Shanghai Pudong Airport?
  • Is Wusongkou International Cruise Terminal an eligible port under the 240-hr visa-free transit policy?
  • What are the customs and quarantine requirements for pets entering or leaving China via Shanghai Pudong airport?