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The Definitive Guide to Using SF Express on Your Phone

The Definitive Guide to Using SF Express on Your Phone

Posted by | Jun 20, 2020 | , |

Express delivery has never been simpler than it is now in China, thanks in large part to SF Express (commonly referred to by its Chinese name, Shunfeng). Unlike China Post, we’ve found SF Express to be incredibly convenient and the company charges pretty reasonable fees for delivery. While the SF Express app may look different depending on which app database you download it from, the concept is still pretty cut and dry: Sign up using your phone number, plug in the sender and recipient details and arrange a time for the delivery person to pick up the parcel. Voila!...

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Everything We Know About China’s Border Restrictions So Far

Everything We Know About China’s Border Restrictions So Far

Posted by | Jun 19, 2020 | , , |

Earlier this week, we reported that some experts predicted China’s border controls would be eased as soon as next month, with some airlines already planning to resume flights in June. READ MORE: China’s Border Controls Could Ease Next Month, Experts Say But some reports suggest otherwise. According to China’s aviation authorities, the country’s ongoing international travel restrictions will likely continue until this fall.  On Tuesday, The Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) announced it would extend its ‘Five Ones’ airline ticketing policy until at least October 2020. The policy, which went into effect on March 29, sets a strict cap on international...

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What to Do If Your Visa is About to Expire?

What to Do If Your Visa is About to Expire?

Posted by | Jun 19, 2020 | |

One of the most cumbersome things about living in China (or anywhere other than your home country) is dealing with visa renewals. On May 22, Shekou Management and Service Center for Expats (MSCE) held a Q&A session with two officers from the Entry-Exit Department of Shenzhen to answer visa-related questions during the COVID-19 pandemic.  The following responses were reported by Shenzhen Daily:  Q: If expats are now abroad and their residence permits expire before the borders reopen, can they apply for any type of visa to return to China and reapply for the residence permit or do they have to...

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New Quarantine Measures For Beijing Travelers

New Quarantine Measures For Beijing Travelers

Posted by | Jun 19, 2020 | , , , |

In the past week, Beijing’s cluster of new infections from Xinfadi Market market have risen to 138 new cases, as of press time. In response, regions across China have updated their quarantine guidelines, adding Beijing as an infection area to monitor. Shanghai and Guangdong announced yesterday that a centralized 14-day quarantine will be imposed on those traveling from high-risk areas, in addition to administering two new COVID-19 tests. For those coming from medium-risk areas, folks may be asked to quarantine at home, but it will be dependent on local authorities.  In efforts to quickly stop the chain of transmission,...

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How to Expertly Eat Xiaolongxia, China’s Favorite Crayfish

How to Expertly Eat Xiaolongxia, China’s Favorite Crayfish

Posted by | Jun 19, 2020 | , |

Many have said that China’s seasonal specialty of crayfish has long since fallen out of fashion. We don’t believe it. Every year, with the slightest hint of sunshine, we see buckets of them on street corners luring in herds of hungry patrons. A summer in China is simply not complete without at least one crayfish – or xiaolongxia – dinner. But before you get cracking, there are a few things you’ll need to know... 1. Ditch the Gloves There is no way around it: cracking open a crustacean is messy business. Don’t bother with the disposable gloves they give you;...

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