Carlie: Hello again, it’s Carlie with the Expat Focus Podcast. Have you heard about our email course for new expats? You can check it out on our website, expatfocus.com. Simply sign up to our monthly newsletter to get free access. Today’s guest built a successful business – and brand – around her passport country’s most popular … Read more
Who are you? I am Surekha. I am a South African citizen. Where, when and why did you move abroad? We relocated from East London, South Africa to Shanghai, China. My husband then got a job at a university, as a clothing designer lecturer. What challenges did you face during the move? The language barrier … Read more
Nicole, tell us what made you first decide to become an expat. I met my husband James on a blind date. He was a hotelier, and I was a television newsreader. I can distinctly remember him saying on one of our early dates that, ‘in his career, they like you to continue progressing and that … Read more
With a population of almost 1.4 billion people and some of the busiest cities in the world, China rarely draws in expats who are looking for peace and quiet! But if you’re after hustle, bustle, and a culture unlike anything you’ve ever experienced, China may be the place for you.Opening a bank account in China … Read more
China has the third biggest landmass and the largest population of any country, with over 1.4 billion people. Its vibrant culture and incredible history make it a fascinating place to visit. If you think that expat life in China might be for you, then you’ll need to consider your accommodation options. This article will take … Read more
Despite a decade or so of reforms to the system, healthcare in China is still often cited as “substandard” and largely “inconsistent”. Having said that, the system has seen plenty of progress, particularly throughout the rural regions of the country. It’s no secret that the standard of care differs greatly depending on where you are … Read more
China’s public healthcare falls under its social insurance plan. Since 2006, China has been undertaking large-scale reforms across its healthcare system. Under these reforms, around 800 million rural residents gained basic medical coverage, with the central and provincial governments covering between 30% and 80% of medical costs. By 2011, more than 95% of the total … Read more
China can be a challenging place in which to work and live. If you are an expat in the country, it is important to take care of your mental health. Please read on for tips on how best to do this, as well as for more general information about mental health in China.Mental health disorders … Read more
