Your Guide to Applying for A 5-Star Card in Shanghai

Applying for China's permanent residence card, or Five-Star Card, may seem complicated and document-heavy at first. But understanding the requirements and preparing ahead makes it easier....

MTR Shenzhen upgrades services for international visitors

As Shenzhen prepares to host the 2026 APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting, the city’s metro system is upgrading services to better accommodate a growing number of international travelers....

Shanghai Metro launches currency exchange service at airport stations

Shanghai Metro has opened pilot currency exchange outlets at the Hongqiao Airport Terminal 2 Station and the Pudong Airport Terminal 1&2 Station on the city's Airport Link Line....

Guangzhou launches digital platform to simplify exports for small businesses

Guangzhou has launched "Yue Trade Link" (Yuemaotong粤贸通), the city's first fully digital public service platform to support small and micro exporters of Chinese goods....

Shenzhen launches new foreign-related legal service centers

Shenzhen has accelerated its push to become a global legal hub with the launch of new foreign-related legal service centers in Longgang and Futian districts recently.These centers aim to create a supp...

Get Your Tax Refund on Spot! Beijing Launches New Instant Refund Service

Following the citywide establishment of Instant Refund Service outlets, the Beijing Municipal Tax Service has further upgraded its departure tax refund system by introducing the One-Tap Smart Tax Refu...

First Luggage Lockers Available at Chengdu Metro Stations

Recently, the first Chengdu Metro luggage lockers have been launched at Dongjiao Memory Station and Panda Avenue Station....

Online accommodation registration piloted for foreigners

Online accommodation registration piloted for foreigners...

Xiamen enhances instant tax refund services for overseas tourists

April marks the one-year milestone of the comprehensive implementation of the "instant tax refund upon purchase" service for overseas tourists in China. ...

Guangzhou upgrades services to improve experience for overseas visitors at 139th Canton Fair

Guangzhou, Guangdong's provincial capital, has introduced a range of measures to streamline entry procedures, transport, payment, and city services for international visitors attending the 139th China...