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Sporting events, exhibitions & performances in July

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Sporting events, exhibitions & performances in July

Shanghai Eastern Hub International Business Cooperation Zone

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Shanghai Eastern Hub International Business Cooperation Zone

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WAIC 2026: What to expect in Shanghai this July

WAIC 2026: What to expect in Shanghai this July

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Major exhibitions in Shanghai in July

Major exhibitions in Shanghai in July

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Sports events in third quarter 2026

Sports events in third quarter 2026

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Seeking Jobs and Internships in Shanghai

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Shanghai ranks second among shipping centers

Shanghai ranks second among shipping centers

Exhibition of Renaissance books opens at Shanghai Library East

Exhibition of Renaissance books opens at Shanghai Library East

  • July 13, 2026

    China rolls out measures to develop Shanghai into international reinsurance center

  • July 13, 2026

    Digital map services expand support for international visitors

  • July 13, 2026

    Beauty economy draws international visitors to Fengxian

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

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Online Services

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  • Visa Extension, Renewal
    and Replacement

  • Online Arrival Card

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    (foreigners)

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  • Applying for Scholarship

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    and Remittance

  • Online Business Registration

  • Tax Assistance

  • Tying the Knot

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

  • More than 100 donors join blood donation event at Shanghai Children's Hospital

    More than 100 donors join blood donation event at Shanghai Children's Hospital

  • Peking University Dongfang Scholarships delegation visits humanoid robot incubator

    Peking University Dongfang Scholarships delegation visits humanoid robot incubator

  • San Francisco mayor chooses Shanghai for first overseas visit

    San Francisco mayor chooses Shanghai for first overseas visit

  • A nightlife vibe for expats in Shanghai

    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

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

Can a service dog transit through Shanghai Pudong Airport without quarantine?

Can a service dog transit through Shanghai Pudong Airport without quarantine?

Is there a mandatory retirement age for a foreign employee in Shanghai?

Is there a mandatory retirement age for a foreign employee in Shanghai?

Where to ask about applying for a student visa to Japan in Shanghai?

Where to ask about applying for a student visa to Japan in Shanghai?

How do I apply for a new residence permit when transferring to a university in Shanghai?

How do I apply for a new residence permit when transferring to a university in Shanghai?

  • Shanghai 12345

  • A Guide to Shanghai for Expats

  • Shanghai Weekly Bulletin