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Fifty practical guides for foreigners in China — from the first visa question to setting up a company. Every guide has a last-verified date and official sources.
Transport
How to Book High-Speed Rail Tickets in China
Booking with a passport, choosing a station and class, and getting through security on time.
TransportChina Domestic Flights: Booking, Baggage and Delays
When flying beats the train, how to book with a passport, and how to handle delays and baggage.
TransportGetting from Airports to City Centres: Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou
The fastest, cheapest and easiest ways into town from China’s three busiest international airports.
TransportDriving in China as a Foreigner: Licence, Rules and Rentals
Can you drive on a foreign licence, how to get a temporary permit, and what to know before renting a car.
TransportChina’s Metro Systems: A Beginner’s Guide
Tickets, QR codes, security checks and etiquette on the world’s largest metro networks.
TransportOvernight Trains and Sleeper Classes in China
When a sleeper train makes sense, which class to book, and how to sleep well on board.