<\/span><\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n It\u2019s important that you don\u2019t buy your flight until given the go-ahead by your school. Sometimes a delay in visa processing<\/a> can push back your start date. Buying the flight later will still be less expensive than changing it.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n You\u2019ll need to work closely with your school’s HR department to complete the work permit application process. It will likely require authentication of your employment documents, which is a multi-step process. Don\u2019t hesitate to contact your placement consultant for assistance.\u00a0\u00a0<\/a><\/span>We provide document authentication services<\/a> and visa services<\/a> so you don’t have to worry about the intricacies of the red tape.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n WeChat is <\/span>the<\/span><\/strong><\/span> communication tool in China. Use it to do everything from connecting with new friends to paying your rent.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Many western mobile phones will work in China if they are unlocked. This will likely be easier to do before you leave.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n Keep them updated on your address in China. It may be a good idea to get Skype installed on your family\u2019s computer and show them how to use it prior to your departure.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n Sometimes banks, for your own security, will block your card if they detect that it\u2019s been used overseas. Although a simple phone call will unblock it, such instances can be a nuisance. Letting them know beforehand will keep this from happening in most cases.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n Remember that you will likely need to pay your first month\u2019s rent, plus a deposit (equal to another month\u2019s rent). When budgeting, you should consider living costs<\/a> plus an emergency fund. Rent and living costs vary widely by city, so ask your recruitment consultant if you need further advice on this matter.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n You should expect to feel some degree of exhaustion from your trip. Drink plenty of water during and after your flight, and immediately conform to the new time zone when you arrive, i.e. sleep at night and stay awake during the day. Try not to think what time it is in your time zone, as this will confuse your system further.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n The Lonely Planet or Let\u2019s Go are two good options. Read up on your new city beforehand. Most quality guidebooks also have a Chinese phrasebook toward the back.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n Do this prior to leaving for the airport. Bathroom scales will suffice. Be aware that airlines often have very high charges for overweight luggage, even if they are only slightly overweight.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n Bring the appropriate clothing for the climate. Your guidebook will give you a good indication of this.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n If you take prescription medicine, consult your doctor about obtaining a larger prescription. Note that most medications are easy to come by in China.<\/span><\/p>\n We hope the transition to your first year in China is a smooth one, and don\u2019t forget, you are welcome to email your recruiter if you have any questions or concerns!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Learn more about living in China<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Moving to another country can be intimidating, so here is a to-do list for China to make your life easier while you prepare for your new adventure!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":7606,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"Moving to another country can be intimidating, so here is a to-do list for China to make your life easier while you prepare for your new adventure!<\/span>\n\nOpen or download our moving to China to-do list here:<\/span><\/strong><\/span>\n\n{loadmoduleid 506}<\/span><\/strong><\/span>\nItems to add to your to-do list:<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Plan your flight:<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
Arrange your visa:<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
Download WeChat on your phone:<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
Unlock your phone:<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
Inform your family and friends of your plans:<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
Inform your bank that you will be living in China for the next year:<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
Budget for your first month in China:<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
Prepare for jet lag:<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
Purchase a guidebook:<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
Weigh your bag:<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
Pack appropriate clothing:<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
Get larger prescriptions:<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
Check out the to-do list info sheet:<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
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<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/h2>\nPlan your flight:<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nIt\u2019s important that you don\u2019t buy your flight until given the go-ahead by your school. Sometimes a delay in visa processing can push back your start date. Buying the flight later will still be less expensive than changing it.<\/span>\n
Arrange your visa:<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nYou\u2019ll need to work closely with your school's HR department to complete the work permit application process. It will likely require authentication of your employment documents, which is a multi-step process. Don\u2019t hesitate to contact your placement consultant for assistance. If you don\u2019t live near a Chinese consulate, you\u2019ll also likely need to use an agent to help with authentication and your visa application. <\/span>We provide document authentication services!<\/a><\/span>\n
Download WeChat on your phone:<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nWeChat is <\/span>the<\/span><\/strong><\/span> communication tool in China. Use it to do everything from connecting with new friends to paying your rent.<\/span><\/span>\n
Unlock your phone:<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nMany western mobile phones will work in China if they are unlocked. This will likely be easier to do before you leave.<\/span>\n
Inform your family and friends of your plans:<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nKeep them updated on your address in China. It may be a good idea to get Skype installed on your family\u2019s computer and show them how to use it prior to your departure.<\/span>\n
Inform your bank that you will be living in China for the next year:<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nSometimes banks, for your own security, will block your card if they detect that it\u2019s been used overseas. Although a simple phone call will unblock it, such instances can be a nuisance. Letting them know beforehand will keep this from happening in most cases.<\/span>\n
Budget for your first month in China:<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nRemember that you will likely need to pay your first month\u2019s rent, plus a deposit (equal to another month\u2019s rent). When budgeting, you should consider living costs plus an emergency fund. Rent and living costs vary widely by city, so ask your recruitment consultant if you need further advice on this matter.<\/span>\n
Prepare for jet lag:<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nYou should expect to feel some degree of exhaustion from your trip. Drink plenty of water during and after your flight, and immediately conform to the new time zone when you arrive, i.e. sleep at night and stay awake during the day. Try not to think what time it is in your time zone, as this will confuse your system further.<\/span>\n
Purchase a guidebook:<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nThe Lonely Planet or Let\u2019s Go are two good options. Read up on your new city beforehand. Most quality guidebooks also have a Chinese phrasebook toward the back.<\/span>\n
Weigh your bag:<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nDo this prior to leaving for the airport. Bathroom scales will suffice. Be aware that airlines often have very high charges for overweight luggage, even if they are only slightly overweight.<\/span>\n
Pack appropriate clothing:<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nBring the appropriate clothing for the climate. Your guidebook will give you a good indication of this.<\/span>\n
Get larger prescriptions:<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nIf you take prescription medicine, consult your doctor about obtaining a larger prescription. Note that most medications are easy to come by in China.<\/span>\n\nWe hope the transition to your first year in China is a smooth one, and don\u2019t forget, you are welcome to email your recruiter if you have any questions or concerns!<\/span>\n