Shanghai Welcome Guide

CONTENTS
MOVING TO SHANGHAI
HOUSING
General Information
1.1
Residential Areas
4.1
Moving Companies
1.3
Housing
4.2
Immigration
1.4
Leasing Your New Home
4.3
Bringing A Pet
1.7
Moving In To Your New Home
4.4
Recommended Reading
1.9
Chinese Customs Dining Out
1.10
Chinese Customs Name Cards
1.11
SCHOOLS
5.1
SHOPPING & SERVICES
6.1
TRANSPORTATION
7.1
RECREATION
8.1
WHAT TO BRING
What to Bring
2.1
Thing to Do
2.5
Packing Tips
2.6
HEALTHCARE
DOMESTIC HELP
Medical Care
3.1
Vaccinations and Immunizations
3.1
Emergency Evacuation Services
3.2
Dental Care
3.3
Hospitals and Clinics
3.4
Hiring a Maid (Ayi)
9.1
Infant Care Training Program
9.2
Housework Terms in English & Chi-
9.3
USEFUL TELEPHONE
10.1
General Information
Climate
Shanghai experiences a wide range of temperatures. Spring temperatures vary between 4C/40F and
13C/55F. The summer months tend to be extremely hot and humid. Autumn is usually sunny and dry.
Winter months are often cold and rainy, with January being the coldest month of the year.
What to Wear
Known as the Paris of the Orient, Shanghai has long been known for fashion. The reality is that dress in
Shanghai is casual. July August are extremely hot so wear light comfortable clothing. Winters are mild
so leave your heavy wool clothing at home.
Security
The crime rate in China is low in relation to the US and Europe. Although
crimes against foreigners are uncommon, bag snatching and burglaries
are on the increase. You should make sure that your house or apartment
has good security. It is time consuming to replace passports, identity
papers, drivers licenses and other important documents, so keep them
well protected. Identification should be carried at all times. We encourage you to register at your consulate soon after you move to Shanghai so
the consulate will have a copy of your passport on file and can replace it
if necessary. The consulate will also assist registered citizens, in case of
emergency evacuation.
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1.1
Average Temperatures
MONTH
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
C
3.3
4.3
8.2
13.8
18.9
23.2
27.4
27.5
23.2
17.7
11.7
5.9
Conversions
F
37.5
39.7
46.9
56.8
66.0
73.8
81.3
81.4
73.8
63.9
53.1
42.6
To convert Fahrenheit to Centigrade: Subtract 32,

multiply by 5 and divide by 9.
To convert Centigrade to Fahrenheit: Multiply by 9,
divide by 5 and add 32.
Weights:
13g
25g
50g
225g
454g
oz
1 oz
2 oz
8 oz (1/2 pound)
16 oz (1 pound)
Temperatures:
100C
212F
180C
350F
190C
375F
200C
400F
240C
475F
Tipping
Although tipping is becoming more common in places frequented
by foreigners, small change is usually sufficient. A 15% surcharge
is normally added to the bill in expensive and hotel restaurants. It
is not usual to tip in purely Chinese settings.
Electricity
The standard electrical current is 220 volts and 50 cycles. The
configuration of the plugs differs from one location to the next and
often even within the apartment or villa. Local stores sell adapters.
Drinking Water
Tap water is not drinkable in Shanghai so Landlords generally
provide a water dispenser. 19L bottles of purified or mineral water
can be delivered to your home.
Local Time
China has one time zone. Shanghai is eight hours ahead of GMT
(London) and thirteen hours of EST (New York) during wintertime
and respectively seven and twelve hours during summertime.
Weights and Measures
China has converted to the metric system but a domestic system is
also in use.
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Chinese Etiquette
The rules of conduct within the Chinese culture remain an important aspect of daily life. The set rules and
formalities for every occasion are probably the most confusing to Westerners. By ensuring that no-one
loses face in any given situation, the methods of interaction at meals, meetings and during business
discussions, are preset, allowing for few surprises. Similarly when receiving guests they should be accorded deferential preference according to their status in the hierarchy. Departing guests should always
be accompanied to the door of the office.
Chinese Language
Shanghainese generally speak Mandarin (Putonghua) Chinese (the official language of the government)
and Shanghai dialect. While there are many different spoken dialects in China, there is only one written
language. A beginners course in Mandarin, whilst not essential, will certainly be useful.
Chinese Currency
The Chinese currency is called Renminbi (meaning Peoples Currency) and it is abbreviated as RMB. It is
denominated in yuan, referred to as kuai in everyday speech. The yuan is divided into ten jiao
(colloquially called mao). Each jiao is in turn divided into 10 fen. There are both paper notes and coins for
1 and 2 yuan.
MOVING COMPANIES
Asian Express(China)
Rm 802,Xincheng Building
167 Jiangning Rd
Tel : 021-6258 2244
www.aemovers.com.hk
Eagles Worldwide
Rm 309, No.6,Lane 500
Maotai Rd
Tel : 021-6228 6087/6273 3482
www.eaglesmoving.com
Interdean
Suite 1403,Vanke Plaza,37 Shuicheng South Rd
Tel : 021-6270 2420/6270 2421
www.interdeaninterconex.com
BRIDGE WORLDWIDE RELOCATIONS
Suite 35-102, 588 Jin Hui Lu
Shanghai 201103, PRC
Tel: (8621)6402 4758
Fax: (8621) 6402 0296
relocation@bridgerelo.com
www.bridgerelo.com
Seven Seas Worldwide

Tel : 4008 816 698
www.sevenseasworldwide.com
www.sevenseas.net.cn
AGS FOUR WINDS
Block 1, Suite 229
457 Shan Xi North Road
Tel: (8621) 6141 8658
Fax: (8621) 6141 8460
keith.ellis@agsfourwinds.com
www.agsfourwinds.com
ALLIED PICKFORDS
Unit 801, New Resources Plaza
268 Zhong Shan Nan Road
Tel: (8621) 6332 0088
Fax: (8621) 6332 2998
enquiry@alliedpickfords.com.cn
www.alliedpickfords.com.cn
CROWN RELOCATIONS
Crown Worldwide Building
No. 59, Lane 729-75 Sui De Lu
Tel: (8621) 6250 8820
Fax: (8621) 6250 8978
shanghai@crownrelo.com
www.crownrelo.com
GLOBETRANSIT
1st floor,No.107,Lane 450
Fengzhuang Road,jiading District
Shanghai 201824,PRC
Tel: (8621) 5919 8390
Fax: (8621) 5919 1311
Mobile : 1376 4308 735
clive.zhu@globetransit.com
www.globetransit.com
SINO SANTA FE
5th floor, Tian Hong Building,
80 Xian Xia Lu
Shanghai 200336,PRC
Tel: (8621) 6233 9700
Fax: (8621) 6233 9005
shanghai@santafe.com.cn
www.santaferelo.com
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IMMIGRATION
Visas
Most people enter China on a tourist visa that is later converted to a residence permit (also valid as multiple-entry visa) after obtaining their Work Permit. A tourist visa is only valid for 3-months and you will need
to leave the country (most people go to Hong Kong) in order to obtain another tourist visa if your residence
permit has not been processed during the 3-month period. After the residence permit is obtained, you may
apply for dependant permits/visas for your spouse and children.
Residence Permit & Multi-Entry Visa
Each expatriate residing in Shanghai for more than 3 months is required to obtain a residence permit (also
valid as multiple entry visa). You are legally required to carry your passport containing the residence
permit with you at all times. The residence permit must be renewed annually. The following documentation is required to obtain your residence permit:
Filled-out application form
Requisition letter for the PSB (Public Security Bureau)
Original passport
Photocopy of the first page of passport containing your
personal information
(2) Passport photos
Health-check certificate
Original work permit
Temporary residence permit
Photocopy of the first page of work permit containing
your personal information
Copy of your companys business license
Copy of your companys approval license
In order to apply for a residence permit for your family you should prepare the following documents:
Copy of your marriage certificate and birth certificates of children to prove kinship.
(2) Passport photos
Original Passport
These items should be taken to the Public Security Bureau on Wu Zhong Lu nr. 333. The telephone
number is 6357 6666 and the opening hours are 9:00 11:00 and 1:30 4:30, Monday - Friday.
Residence Registration
Upon arrival in China each person should register with the Public Security Bureau closest to his/her
(temporary) residence within 48 hours. In some cases receptionists of hotels and/or service apartments
can arrange the registration for you. You will receive a temporary residence permit upon registration.
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Work Permit
All persons working in Shanghai are required to obtain a Work Permit (red
book). In order to obtain a work permit the following documents are required:
Filled-out application letter
Requisition letter for the Labour bureau
Resume
Copy of your degree (should be bachelor or above)
Labour contract
Health-check certificate
Passport
Photocopy of the first page of passport containing your personal
information
(3) Passport photos
Approval of work in Shanghai
Copy of your companys business license
Copy of your companys approval license
These items should be taken to the Shanghai Labour Bureau. The address is 45 An Yuan Road. The telephone number is 6253-1522. The
hours are 9:15-11:15 and 1:30 4:30, Monday Friday
Health Certificate
All persons (between 18 and 70 of age) living in Shanghai are required to
undergo a health-check. This check consists of a physical examination
and blood test for aids/sexually transmitted diseases. (You can be assured that the needles used at the Shanghai medical centre are sterile
and unused.) It is also possible to undergo this health-heck in your
home country. However, it should be conducted in a Chinese government approved hospital and in most cases you risk that the Chinese
government may not accept your overseas examination in which the
whole test has to be taken again at the Shanghai medical centre. The
following documents are required to bring along to the health check:
Copy of your companys Business License
Original passport
Passport copy
(3) Passport photos (photos can be taken at the health center)
RMB 750
Original lab report, if physical was performed in your home
country
Opening hours are 8:00-11:00, Monday Friday. The reservation telephone number is 6268 3088. An appointment should be made in advance. The results will be delivered to your office in about one week.
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Import Permit
You are entitled to apply for one air shipment and one sea shipment. You must apply for a separate permit
for each shipment. You must have your Work Permit, Residence Permit and Health Certificate before your shipments will be released by the Shanghai Customs House.
The following items will be required:
Import Permit Application, with company chop

Passport and photocopy of photo page
Residence Permit and photocopy of photo page
Work Permit and photocopy of photo page
Certified copy of Business License
Letter from your employer stating that the items will be
for your personal use only, and that you will export
everything when you leave China
Copy of packing list
Copy of Bill of Lading
The address of the Shanghai Customs House is 13 Zhong Shan Lu, Room 418.The telephone number is
6323 0161. The hours are 8:30 11:30 and 13:30 17:00.
All videotapes/CDs/DVDs will be reviewed for pornographic content and returned to you in approximately
30 days. Please be aware that import taxes apply to the following products:
Video cameras
Video recorders/ DVD players
Photo cameras
Televisions
Computers
Laser Printers
Dot Matrix Printers
Telephones
Stereos
Lamps & Lighting Fixtures
Washing Machines
Dryers
Refrigerators
Bedding
Air Conditioners
Alcohol
And more
There are restrictions on the total number per single item that you can bring into China. Please check with
your moving company for the most updated information.
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BRINGING A PET
PRIOR TO DEPARTURE
Residence Permit
Before you import a pet into China the working spouse should have a residence permit (a sticker in your
passport also valid as multiple entry visa). There is a chance that the Customs officials will allow the
animal into the country before residency formalities are completed but this is taking a risk.
AIRLINE REQUIREMENTS
American carriers require advance notice that you are traveling with a pet. The pet needs to be transported in a pet carrier approved by the FAA. Small dogs and cats are usually permitted to travel in the
passenger cabin if the pet carrier can fit under the seat. Only one pet can travel in the passenger cabin
at any one time so reserve a place for your pet early. Check with your airline to determine health certificate requirements.
During the winter and summer months, it is advisable to check
with your air carrier if there are temperature travel restrictions for
your pets. Below or above certain temperatures some American
carriers restrict travel for larger pets traveling in the cargo hold of
the aircraft.
We understand that it may not be safe for pets to travel in the
lug-gage hold of Chinese airlines because in some cases they
are not pressurized. Check with your airline prior to departure.
CERTIFICATES
If you are planning to bring a pet to China you need to obtain the
following certificates:
Vaccination Certificate
This certifies that all shots are up to date. This certification can
be included in the health certificate. 3-Year rabies vaccinations
are not recognized in China. Vaccinations should be within 30
days of departure.
Health Certificate
A veterinarian in your home country should issue this certificate. There is no standard form for China so
your veterinarian should use the international certificate. This certificate should be issued no more than 30
days prior to your departure. Obtain multiple copies as you will also need copies for your airline.
FEES
The current fee is 600 RMB (approximately USD70) for cats and small dogs. Fees for larger dogs are
higher. Check with your moving company for the fees applicable to your pet. You may wish to arrange
for a representative from your moving company to meet you at the airport as the fees must be paid in
RMB upon arrival in China.
Pet Supplies
Cat litter, flea collars and some pet food is available in Shanghai. If your pet requires a special diet, you
should arrange for a sufficient supply to be sent with your air and/or sea shipments.
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Pets Hospital
There are several pet hospitals around Shanghai where your dog/cat can receive vaccination or treatment:
Northeast area
Shuangyi Pet Clinic
22, Chifeng Lu
Tel:65983829
Northwest area
Shenpu Animal Clinic
2207, Wu Ning Lu
Tel:62654301 ext3062
Downtown
Pet Store
270, Chong Qing Bei Lu Tel:63589720
Downtown
Ai Lv Pet Clinic
173, Zi Zhong Lu
Tel:6385 5905
Western area
Naughty Familiy Pet company 2293, Hong Qiao Lu
Tel:62689507
English speaking veterinarians:
Jia Liang K-9 Kennel (They can also accommodate your pet while you would go on holiday)
1858, San Lu Lu, Pudong
Tel: (8621) 6411 0049 Fax: (8621) 6411 0869
Email: jialiang@jialiang.com
web: www.jialiang.com
Shanghai PAW (Pets Are Wonderful)

B64-65, Xinying Flower Centre
570 Huai Hai Xi Lu
Tel: (8621) 5254 0611
Email: shanghai_paw@yahoo.com.au
Upon Arrival in China
After arriving in China you should take your pet, fee and certificates to the Plant and Quarantine office at
the airport. This office is located between luggage collection and the exit. Ask your moving company to
notify this office in advance that you will be arriving with your pet to ensure that there is someone in the
office.
There is a 30 day quarantine period. In most cases it is requested that your pet will stay for this period at a
Chinese Government approved kennel, Jialiang k-9 Kennel in Pudong (address details are mentioned in
previous paragraph) is probably most suitable for this. They can also assist in arranging all the appropriate
paperwork for your pet prior to arrival in Shanghai.
Bring a First Aid Kit with you to China including antibiotics, worm medicine, rabies and distemper vaccine. Your veterinarian at home can advise you on what to bring. See our services section for the name
of a veterinarian who can treat your pet and provide annual vaccinations.
Exit from China
Within fifteen (15) days before leaving China, the pet-owner must go back to the Dong Zhi Wu Jian Yan
Suo and should bring the following along:
The dog or cat Vaccination Certificate (see entry requirements)
During the visit the pet will undergo examination. Once the dog or cat passes the physical exam, the
office issues a Certificate of Health. Please take the Certificate of Health to the airport, veterinarians at
the airport will inspect your papers and upon acceptance, release your pet for departure.
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RECOMMENDED READING
Lonely Planet Shanghai
A Tour of Shanghais Historical Architecture, Shanghai Tourist Administration
Bulls in the China Shop, Randal E. Stross
Culture Shock China
Culture Shock a Parents Guide, Robin Pascoe
Communicating with China, edited by Robert A. Kapp for the China Council of the Asia Society
China Wakes, Sheryl Wudunn and Nicholas Kristof
Chinese Commercial Negotiating Style, Lucien Pye
Getting Along with the Chinese for Fun and Profit, Fred Schneiter
New Emperors, Harrison Salisbury
Scratches on our Minds, Harold Isaacs
Search for a Modern China, Spence
The Psychology of the Chinese People, M. H. Bond
The Wifes Guide to Successful Living Abroad, Robin Pascoe (ISBN: 981 2043063)
Watch Out for the Foreign Guests, Orville Schell
Westerners Through Chinese Eyes, edited by Jianguang Wang
Novels
Ancestors, Frank Ching
Life and Death in Shanghai, Nien Cheng
Wild Swans, Jung Chang
Good Women of China, Xin Ran
River Town, two years on the Yangtze, Peter Hessler
Chinese Cinderella, Adeline Yen Mah
DVDs
Beijing Bicycle
Red Violin
Shanghai Triad
The Soong Sisters
The Last Emperor
Not One Less
Farewell to My Concubine
Raise the Red Lantern
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CHINESE CUSTOMS DINING OUT CHINESE STYLE

When invited to a Chinese dinner it is not necessary to bring a gift unless
the dinner is for a special reason, for example a birthday, in which a gift
should be brought.
It is polite for the host to order the food. Guests should not make any requests and should eat whatever the host orders.
It is usual for several meat, fish and vegetable courses to be served.
Soup and rice will be served toward the end of the meal.
Guests wait for the host to begin and if signaled to do so will help themselves. The piece of food closest is chosen. It is not polite to reach
across the table or stand up to reach other dishes even if the table is very
large. When your chopsticks touch a piece of food that piece must be
taken.
A serving spoon may be provided, if not chopsticks are used to place food into the bowl before eating.
Often a sauce will accompany a dish. Use chopsticks to dip the food into the sauce. If food has been
sampled do not dip again. Take one piece of food at a time and allow guests an equal share. It takes
time to be skilled with chopsticks to eat meat with bones. Bones may be removed from the mouth with
the help of chopsticks and placed on the plate or neatly on the table.
Do not take the last piece of food from the serving dish. It is a signal to the host that not enough food
has been ordered and that guests are still hungry. Even when the host insists, it should not be taken.
It is considered bad luck to turn whole fish (head and tail in tact) over, when serving.
Sometimes a chicken dish or a fish dish will arrive with the head on the serving plate. The head may
point to the guest of honor.
Chinese people do not usually use their hands for eating. There are a few exceptions to this rule including shrimps that need peeling. Shrimp skins are placed on the plate. Waiters will change the shrimp
course plates often and a communal finger bowl will be placed on the table. Sometimes wet napkins will
be passed around for cleaning hands.
Chinese guests may leave the table promptly after eating a meal; usually at 8:30. Follow the hosts lead. An
indication for the guests that the meal is close to its end
is when a fruit platter is served. Depending on the season this can be watermelon, apple or orange.
Allow the person who invited you to dinner to pay for the
meal.
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CHINESE CUSTOMS - NAME CARDS

Name cards are essential to establish individual identities and credentials. They should include the
company name and position or title.
Both hands are used to present and accept cards, these should be printed in English and Chinese.
The cards should be placed on the meeting table in front of you.
When a name card is presented to you in a social setting, you should take a few moments to study the
card as a sign of respect.
Punctuality is expected and important.
Tea or coffee is offered to visitors and it is polite to accept even if unwanted. Visitors are escorted to
reception areas or elevators by their host.
Business entertaining is almost always in restaurants and hospitality should be returned.
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WHAT TO BRING
It is difficult to describe what a person should bring because everybody has different things that are important to him or her. Nowadays most things can be found in Shanghai. However imported goods are in
most cases more expensive than locally produced products. Please dont forget to bring some personal
items as well that will make your new house feel like your home, like family pictures, favorite paintings,
special Christmas ornaments or your childs favorite books/videos.
The following guidelines will give you an idea of what is available, what is substantially more expensive
and what is more difficult to find in Shanghai.
Records and Paperwork
Bring any important records or paperwork that you may need. Do not bring the originals, but have certified
copies made in your country of origin.
Certified Copies
Marriage Certificate
Birth Certificate/Adoption Decree
Divorce Decree
Custody Documents for Children
Diplomas
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Additional Records & Paperwork

20 Passport photos (necessary for various permits and licenses)
School Records of your children (two latest years)
Bank Records
Income Tax Records
Driver's License (international)
Insurance Information
Immunization Records
Blood Type/RH Classification
Medical Records
Dental Records
Employment Records/Letters of Reference
Medical Prescriptions - chemical or generic name
Moving Information/Inventory of Items both Shipped and Stored
Pet Shipping Information
Personal Items
Medical prescriptions
Contact Lenses
Vitamins
Hair color
Favorite cosmetics and Shampoo
Thermometer
Deodorant
Special baby needs
First Aid Kit
Household Items
Baby car seats & play pens
Pet needs
Sheets
Blankets (light cotton)
Down pillows
Bathmats
Shower curtains
Large bath/beach towels
Cooking items
Foreign Language Books
Tools
Toys /i.e. Lego
House protection items
Craft supplies
Lack of availability/any medication to be taken on a regular basis

should be brought in a large supply
Lack of availability
Limited variety/expensive
Limited variety, especially for light hair
Lack of availability ( F not available in Shanghai)
Limited variety
Expensive
Expensive
Limited variety
Limited variety
Lack of availability/ can be custom-made
Limited variety
Limited variety
Lack of availability, especially items such as oven thermometer (ovens
have no F readings), meat thermometer, specialty items etc.
Except for English, lack of availability for both adults and children.
Expensive
Limited variety/Expensive
Lack of availability, especially items such as smoke detectors, home
alarm devices
Limited variety/poor quality
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Food Items
Special spices
Nowadays imported food items are available at several specialty stores. However you should keep in
mind that most of these products are more expensive than in Western countries.
Local food items are reasonably priced.
Women's clothes
Clothes
Shoes
Maternity clothes
Cotton socks
Pantyhose, stockings
Lingerie
Men's clothes
Clothes
Shoes
Specialty footwear
Men's pajamas
Men's ties
Children's clothes
Cotton underwear
Shoes
Clothes
Lack of availability of woman's clothes larger than an American

size 8/European size 42
Lack of availability of women's shoes larger than an American
size 7-8/European size 39
Limited variety/size
Poor quality
Only small sizes are available
Lack of Availability of Men's suits/clothing larger than an American size 42/European size 52
Lack of Availability of Men's shoes larger than an American size
10/European size 43
Expensive/small sizes, especially sport & fitness wear
Too short
Poor quality (except for babies)

Limited variety, especially good quality leather winter boots/
summer sandals
Limited variety in styles and sizes. However it is available in
department stores and markets and what you can find is reasonably priced.
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Electronics/Electrical Items
The electrical voltage in Shanghai is 220 volt and 50-cycle power.
Arrange for items that require special servicing.
Dual Voltage Option
It is best to bring dual voltage electronics and appliances.
Televisions
Many brand names are available in Shanghai (Sony, Panasonic, Philips etc.)
Telephones
Many brand names are available.
Power Surges
Power surges are common In Shanghai. Stabilizers may be available in Shanghai and are widely used
to correct this problem. Fuse protectors for electrical equipment are also available.
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Things To Do
One of the most important and time-consuming tasks when you move to a new location is the preparation of an inventory of your personal items. Be sure to make photocopies of all documents such as
passports, drivers licenses etc. Make additional copies of your checklist; keep one for yourself and
leave others with the appropriate people.
Inventory
Here are some things to consider when preparing your inventory:
1. Take photographs or a make a video of all your furniture. This is the best way to prove damages in
the event of a loss.
2. Your inventory should be very explicit (i.e. 12 breakfast knives, 12 dinner spoons etc.) for items being imported into China.
3. Make your inventory room by room.
4. Date the inventory and make several copies.
5. Have your valuables appraised by a qualified person.
6. Leave a copy of your inventory with a family member.
7. Record all bank account information (including credit card numbers) and leave a copy with a family
member.
Rent a safe deposit box.
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2.5
Banking
Banking in China gets easier and easier. In Shanghai, ATMs
are almost on every corner of the main streets in downtown
area. You can use your foreign bank card, Chinese banks will
not charge anything extra for the transaction and you receive
the official exchange rate. Most foreign bank charge a small
transaction fee for each withdrawal made in China.
Insurance
When informing your insurance companies of your move,
check whether you are entitled to a refund for your car and
household insurance. Check whether they will insure your
goods in China and make sure your medical insurance includes emergency evacuation coverage. Insurance on personal items is available in China.
Will
If you have not prepared a will, now is a good time to do so. If you already have a will, you may want to
review it with your legal counsel. Consider appointing a legal guardian for your children and write a letter of instruction. Remember to stipulate any funeral arrangements and provide any details on organ
donation. Keep a copy for yourself and leave one with your legal counsel.
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2.6
Packing Tips
Your designated moving company will arrive at
your home and takes control of the packing process. Arrange for young children to spend the day
away from the house with family or friends.
Young children not only are hard to keep track of,
but can also find the experience extremely unsettling.
Arrange for teenagers to spend some time with
friends during packing.
Colour code boxes according to the different
rooms.
Colour code items for air shipment vs. ocean
shipment.
Clearly mark all items that need to be packed

and those that are your hand luggage for on the
airplane.
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2.7
Medical Care
Prevention is the best medicine. Be extra
careful of hygiene. Wash your hands before meals. Toilets can be primitive carry
your own tissues and moist towels. Toilets
in tourist hotels are usually the best and the
cleanest.
Its best to buy fruits and vegetables that
can be peeled, if this is not possible you can
alternatively wash your vegetables with a
special kind of dishwasher which is also suitable for fruit and vegetables and rinse thoroughly before eating.
Never drink tap water unless you are certain
it is safe to do so. Some of the hotels and
apartment complexes have water purifying
systems, but please check with the management before drinking it. Large 18 Liter Bottles of purified water are usually available
through the management of each housing
compound.
VACCINATIONS AND IMMUNIZATIONS

Whilst no vaccinations are compulsory to enter China, it is advisable to be immunized against poliomyelitis, tetanus, and typhoid. Immunization against Hepatitis A and B is strongly recommended as
is stressed below. Most people complete immunization prior to arriving in Shanghai; however immunization is possible upon arrival.
HEPATITIS A
Hepatitis A is a virus which usually causes acute illness when caught, from which it can take 6-12
weeks to recover. It is spread in a similar manner to typhoid and cholera, by contaminated water,
food (particularly shell fish) and poor hygiene.
HEPATITIS B
This is prevalent in Asia as a result of the local populations high incidence of carriers of the virus
that causes Hepatitis B. It is spread by contact with body fluids including saliva. The virus can live
for several days after leaving the body. In the West only certain groups in society are at risk of
Hepatitis B (medical workers, drug addicts, the sexually promiscuous, etc.) but the high carrier rate
in Asia puts everyone at risk. Vaccination against Hepatitis B consists of a series of 3 vaccinations,
which gives 5 or more years protection. This is strongly recommended for all people living or traveling in Asia and especially those who are planning to spend more than 12 months in China.
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3.1
Malaria and Japanese Encephalitis

Although the incidence of Japanese encephalitis in Shanghai has
declined in recent years the best precaution is to avoid mosquito
bites. Malaria is not a problem in Shanghai, but it does exist in some
southern parts of China. Care should be taken to avoid mosquito
bites, especially in rural areas. The risk of mosquito bites is greatest
at dusk and at night so it is best to wear a repellent, or cover up well
with long sleeves. Perfume, after-shave and dark colored clothing
are said to be attractive to mosquitoes. Burning mosquito coils or
buying a mosquito net will keep mosquitoes away.
Respiratory Infections
Coughs, colds and sinus trouble are the most common ailments, especially during the winter. People with asthma and/or other chronic
chest conditions such as bronchitis may have increased difficulties in
China.
EMERGENCY EVACUATION SERVICES

International SOS
Unit D-G, 22F Sun Tong Infoport Plaza,
55 Huai Hai Xi Lu
24 hours Alarm Centre: +8621 - 6295 0099/+86 21 5298 9538
Beijing International (SOS) Clinic
Tel: (+86 10 6462 9100
International SOS (HK) Limited
Tel: +852 2528 9900
World Link Medical Center
24hour Health line: +8621 6445 5999
Shanghai United Family Hospitals and Clinic
24 hours emergency line: +8621 5133 1999
Shanghai East International Medical Center
24 hours emergency line: +8621 5879 9999
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3.2
DENTAL CARE
Local facilities are fine for minor emergencies. Foreigners tend to have regular dental check-ups during
their home leave.
Arrail Dental
Unit 204 Lippo Plaza

222 Huaihai Middle Road
Tel: 021-5396 6538/5396 6539
Email: ash@arrail-dental.com
www.arrail-dental.com
Language: English, Japan, German, French
DDS Dental Care in Shanghai
Room B01~5, Peregrine Plaza

1325, Huai Hai Zhong Lu (Near Bao
Qing Lu)
Tel: 6466 0928
Fax: 5456 2311
E-mail: ddsdental@hotmail.com
www.ddsdentalcare.com
Shanghai United Family Hospital and Clinics
1139, Xian Xia Lu

Tel: 5133 1999
Email: shuptservice@ufh.com.cn
www.unitedfamilyhospitals.com
Dr. Harriet Jin's Dental Surgery
Room 1904, Huiyin Plaza
2088 Hua Shan Lu
Tel: 6448 0882
Email: harrietjin@online.sh.cn
Downtown
2/F,Taojiang RD
Tel: 021-6466 0928
Japanese Speaking: 131
6200 1688
Shanghai Centre
1376 Nanjing Xi Lu
Tel: 6445 5999
Email: services@worldlinkshanghai.com
www.worldlink-shanghai.com
Pudong Clinic
B1-F Pos Plaza Building
1600 Center Avenue RD.
1600 B1-F
Tel: 021-6876 0409
Hongqiao
Suite 2-85 Jinhui RD
(Near the French&German
Schools) 461
Tel: 021-6406 7387
Emergency(English/
Japanese)
131 6200 1688 or 139 1885
5155(Japanese Only)
Chens Dental Clinic

Flat C ,Floor 3 ,1041 Xinzha Road
1041 3C
Tel : 6215 5497
Cidi Dental Clinic
Rm 706~708 495, Jing Ning Lu (near
Kang Ding Lu)
Tel: 5115 4575
dentist@cididental.com
www.cididental.com
DUZ Dental Clinic

28D,East Building,Xin An
Plaza,200 Zhenning Road
200
28D
Tel : 6247 3247/6248 9927
Garden Dental Clinic
41 Yongjia Road
41
Tel: 6445 6099
Fax: 5456 0805
Liwei Dental
13B,993 Nanjing Xi Road
(West Nanjing Road)
41
Tel: 6271 5707/6271 5870
Ivoclar Vivadent
Tel: 021-5458 0776/5456

1451
Fax: 021-6445 1561
www.ivoclarviadent.com
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3.3
Hospitals and Clinics

Sino United Health
Rm 601,West Tower Shanghai Center

1376 Nanjing West Rd
1376 601
Tel : 021-6248 8251
www.sinounitedhealth.com
Shanghai United Family Hospital and Clinics (Hong Qiao)
1139, Xian Xia Lu
Tel: 51331900
Email: shumarketing@ufh.com.cn
www.unitedfamilyhospitals.com
Shanghai United Family Hospital and Clinics (Min Hang)
Lane 555 ,Jinfeng Lu ,Huacao Town, Minhang District
In Shanghai Racquet Club Groud floor
Tel: 5133 1900 (Emergent Hotline : 5133 1999)
SHU offers a complete spectrum including 24/7 emergency services, family medicine, pediatrics, surgery, obstetrics & gynecology and dentistry, alternative medicine and mental health. They also have a
radiology department, pharmacy, laboratory and blood bank.
Shanghai Racquet Club Ground Floor Clubhouse

Lane 555 Jinfeng Rd,Huacao Town
555
Tel : 021-2201 0995
CanAm IntI Medical Center Shanghai
966 Huaihai Zhong Road (Middle Huaihai Road)
By Shanxi Nan Road (South Shanxi Road),in Central of Xu Hui District
966
Tel : 5403 9133 Fax : 5403 8978
International Medical Care Center of Shanghai
585 Jiulong Road ,in the First Peoples Hospital
585
Tel : 6342 3852
Shanghai East International Medical Centre
551 Pudong Nan Lu 551

Tel: 5879 9999
www.seimc.com.cn
Shanghai East International Medical Centre is the first
Sino-American joint venture providing a wide range of
medical services.
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3.3
World Link has currently 5 clinics in Shanghai and is staffed with overseas doctors and provides a
range of medical services. They offer 24 hour emergency service for members.
World Link Medical Center (Jing An )

203 West Tower ,Shanghai Center
1376 Nan Jing Xi Lu (West Nanjing Road)
1376 203
Tel: 6445 5999
Email: services@worldlink-shanghai.com
www.worldlink-shanghai.com
World Link Medical Center (Xin Tian Di )

3/F,170 Danshui Road
170 3
Tel : 6445 5999
World Link Medical Center (Jin Qiao)
51 Hongfeng Road 51
World Link Medical Center (Hong Qiao )

Mandarin City , Unit 30 ,Lane 788, Hongxu Road
788 30
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3.5
Huashan Worldwide Medical Center

15F, New Building
12 Wulumuqi Zhong Lu
Tel: 62489999
www.huashan.org.cn/yuanban/huashan/eng.htm
Ruijin Hospital (Foreign patient department)
197 Rui Jin Er Lu
Tel: 6466-4483, 6437-0045 ext. 668101
www.rjh.com.cn
Ruidong Hospital
120 Yun Jian Road, Pudong (Near Luo Shan Lu)
Tel: 58339595
Hua Dong Hospital (Foreign patient department)
221 Yanan Xi Lu, 2nd Floor North Building
(Near Wulumuqu Bei Lu)
Tel: 6248 3180 ext 3106
Shanghai Ocular Clinic
380 Kang Ding Lu (Near Shan Xi Bei Lu)
Tel: 6271 7733
Pudong Childrens Medical Centre
1678 Dong Fang Lu, Pudong
Tel: 58732020
Pudong Childrens Hospital (Shanghai Medical University)
183 Feng Lin Lu, 3F Te Zhen Building
Tel: 6403 7254, 5452 4666 ext. 2087
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3.6
Chinese Traditional Medicine

Body & Soul The TCM Clinic
Apartment 5,Floor 14,1 Jianguo Xi Road (West
Jian Guo Road)
1 14 5
Tel: 5101 9262
Tong Han Chun Chinese Medicine Professional
3/F,20 Yuyuan Xin Road (New Yu Garden Road )
20 3
Tel 6355 9999
Dr.Li Chinese Medicine Clinic
Room C ,5/F ,No.28 ,Lane 18 Hongqiao

Road
18 28 5 C
Tel : 3424 1989 (Dr.LIis mobile phone
139 1674 1580)
Cai Tong De Drugstore
450 Nanjing East Rd

450
Tel : 021-6322 1259
Word Link (Jin Qiao )-Acupunture

51 Hongfeng Road
51
Tel : 5032 8288
Hu Qing Yu Tang Chinese Medicine Store
620 Xizang Middle Rd

620
Tel : 021-6322 3049
Shanghai Chong Qing
Ginseng Store
175 Chongqing Rd
175
Tel 021- 6386 2402
Yi Mei Studio
Rm 301,Building 2,Lane 90,Dapu Rd

90 2 301
Tel : 021- 6305 1735
Offering classes on tai chi ,traditional Chinese medicine, health care and aromatherapy
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3.7
Residential Areas
Downtown
This area has mainly apartment developments and many excellent restaurants, shops and bars within walking distance.
Hongqiao Domestic Airport 30 min.
Pudong Intenational Airport 50 min.
Xu Jia Hui
This area is located in the Southern
part of the City Center and offers
mainly high rise apartments with
many restaurants and metro stations
in close vicinity.
Pudong International Airport 50 min.
Hong Qiao Area (West)

This area was the first expatriate villa
area in Shanghai and is well developed with many restaurants and shopping facilities.
Hongqiao Domestic Airport10 min.
Pudong Jinqiao
Gubei Area (West)
Pudong Lujiazui
This area, which mainly offers apartments, is located within the Honqiao
area in Shanghai and is and is well
developed with many restaurants and
shopping facilities.
Hongqiao National Airport 10 min.
Pudong International Airport 60 min
This still developing area is the financial district of Shanghai and mainly
apartments are located within this
area.
This area is still developing and many

new villas and schools have opened
up in this area over the last 4 years.
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4.1
HOUSING
In Shanghai you have the following styles of housing:
New Villas
These are fully furnished and they provide all services, including gardening, housekeeping and
maintenance. Most provide sports facilities, a clubhouse and a shuttle bus to major expat shopping
areas.
Older Villas
These are very difficult to find and much sought
after. They are usually near the City center and
were built between 1920 and 1940. They offer a lot
of charm, but they also require a great deal of
Full Service Luxury Apartments

There are several of these developments in Shanghai. Foreign developers or joint venture companies
generally build these. Most offer hotel style service
including housekeeping, fitness centers and concierge services.
Standard Apartments
These offer basic expat style housing. Usually they
do have a clubhouse with swimming pool and/or
other fitness facilities.
Lane Housing
Chinese Lane Housing is similar to townhouses in the US. You will probably
be the only foreigner in your compound, but they offer a taste of the local culture that you will not find in any other style of housing. Maintenance will also
be an issue.
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4.2
LEASING YOUR NEW HOME

After you have selected your new home you will need to consider the following points before we approach the Landlord with an offer on your behalf. These points will play an important part in negotiations with the Landlord.
What renovations need to be completed?
Generally Landlords will repaint the walls, refinish the floors, and inspect electrical circuits
and plumbing fixtures. If the apartment does not include an oven, the Landlord will usually
agree to install one.
What electrical appliances do you require?
Generally Landlords will provide two television sets and one DVD-player. Standard kitchen
appliances include a refrigerator, washing machine, dryer and microwave. Dishwashers are
available in most villas, but many apartments do not offer them.
Tap water is not recommended for drinking so you will need to request a water machine.
Most larger compounds offer several Western TV channels. However it is recommended to
check this and if it is not provided you can ask the landlord to install a satellite receiver.
How many telephone lines do you require?
Most residences provide only one telephone line. A second one is usually available upon
request, but it may take 30 days for the line to be connected.
Most landlords provide an ADSL connection.
The term of the lease.
One year Tenancy Agreements are most common.
The rental you are willing to pay.
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This clause enables you or your employer to break the lease after a set period of time. Most Landlords
are willing to include this clause, however the monthly rental will be slightly higher.
Our property agents are all experienced negotiators who understand current market conditions and will
work on your behalf to achieve the best possible lease terms.
After a verbal agreement on the terms has been reached, an Offer Letter detailing all of the major terms
that will be included in the Tenancy Agreement is sent to the Landlord and your company. After both
parties have agreed on the terms of the Offer Letter, your company pays a deposit (usually in the
amount of 2 months rental) to the Landlord. In many cases the property will not be taken off the market
until the deposit has been paid. Therefore once you have made your decision and the terms have been
agreed to, it is important to for the deposit to be made as soon as possible.
The lease terms will be written in English and Chinese. Our office and your company will review the final agreement. Under Chinese law, the Chinese version is the official version of the lease and the one
that will be relied on in the event of a dispute. The lease will be signed and chopped by your company
and the Landlord. Due to local tax requirements, your company will retain the signed copy.
MOVING IN TO YOUR NEW HOME

Prior to your arrival, our property agent will inspect the
property to ensure that all of your requests have been
taken care of and that all appliances are in good working order. Your home will be handed over to you on
the lease start date. The Landlords representative will
meet you as will our property agent when you move in.
At this time we will ask you to confirm that all renovations have been completed to your satisfaction. The
Landlords representative will give you the keys to your
new home, read the utility meters and also make a list
of any defects. We will also check the furniture list.
RENTERS INSURANCE
Landlords generally insure the common areas and the building structures. Rental insurance is available
from several companies in Shanghai. See our Shopping/Services section for names and telephone
numbers.
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4.4
SHANGHAI PRE-SCHOOLS
Many of the larger housing complexes have their own pre-school facilities. The more established programs are:
FORTUNE KINDERGARTEN
Address:
Pudong (main)Campus - 1361 Dong Fang Lu, Pudong
Tel.:
5875 1212
Fax:
5875 1212
Address:
Pudong (longyang) campus 201 Donghuan Long Lu
Tel.:
50398797
Address:
Hongqiao Campus - 2151 Lian Hua Lu, Hongqioa
Tel.:
54580508
Website:
www.fkis.com.cn
Fortune Kindergarten offers early childhood education for 2-6 year old children of expatriate families and
eligible Chinese citizens. The school is equipped with spacious classrooms and various activity rooms,
such as an art room, reading room, social activity room, physical education room, computer room, and a
dancing hall. The curriculum is child centered and activity based. The children are thought both English
and Chinese. The teaching staff, local and foreign, is qualified in Early Childhood Education. Fortune
Kindergarten is open year round and offers both yearly and monthly registration.
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KINDERWORLD INTERNATIONAL KINDERGARTEN

Address:
524 Fuxing Zhong Lu
Tel.:
5403 8376
Website:
www.kinderworld.net
Kinderworld provides full day/half day child care and pre-school education for children in the age range
of 16 months old to 6 years old. Holiday Care and Emergency Care for children aged 3-12.
LITTLE ETON BILINGUAL KINDERGARTEN
Address:
592, Wan Ping Nan Lu
Tel.:
64864250
Website:
www.little-eton.com
Offering bilingual education for foreign and local children in the age group of 18months to 6 years old.
Summer school and after-school baby-sitting service available
RAINBOW BRIDGE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

Address:
2381 Hong Qiao Lu, Shanghai (Located in Shanghai Zoo)
Tel.:
6268 9773
Contact Person:
Irene
Website:
www.rbik.com
Rainbow Bridge International Kindergarten offers an American-style curriculum for children between 2 and
6 years old. Because of its location inside the Shanghai Zoo, children have regular fieldtrips to the zoo to
teach them appreciation and respect for nature. Each classroom is staffed with a licensed, qualified native
English speaker and aided by an English-speaking Chinese teacher.
SHANGHAI CENTRE PRESCHOOL
Address:
1376 Nanjing Xi Lu, 8/F inside Portman Ritz Carlton Hotel
Tel.:
6279 8600 ext. 8766
Contact Person:
Angela Crockett
Open 5 days a week, with qualified expatriate teachers. The school offers morning and afternoon sessions
to children aged 2 years to 4 years. Open to residents and employees of Shanghai Center. This
school will accept non-residents only if there are places available.
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5.2
SOONG CHING LING KINDERGARTEN

Address:
3908 Hong Mei Lu
Office Tel.:
6242 2881
Office Fax:
6242 2881
The Soong Ching Ling Kindergarten International Division was established in 1994. It offers a choice of
curriculums including a Montessori Early Childhood Education (ECE) program. There is a Western
teaching staff with qualified Chinese assistants in every classroom. For children 3-6 years old there is a
full day program and for toddlers there is a half-day or full day program. The school also offers an exceptional outdoor playground, and indoor swimming pool, gym, library, music room and dance room.
TINY TOTS PRE-SCHOOL

Address:
Shanghai Garden Campus - 7888 Humin Lu,
Tel.:
6480 8933
Fax:
6480 8948
Address:
Fuxing Campus - 43 Fuxing Xi Lu
Tel.:
6431 3788
Fax:
6433 2468
Website:
www.tinytotschina.com
Tiny Tots, founded in Taipei (Taiwan) in 1980, is a fully restored international pre-school and kindergarten
in Shanghai. It Provides an English environment with native English-speaking teachers. The maximum
class size is 14 students and it accepts children from 2-5 years old. Classes include English, math, science, manners, Chinese, baking, tennis, violin, kickboxing, ballet and computer skills.
Please note that most of the international schools mentioned under Shanghai Primary , Middle &
High Schools also offer Pre school.
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5.3
SHANGHAI PRIMARY, MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOLS

BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL SHANGHAI
Pudong Address:
600 Cambridge Forest Newtown, No.2729 Hu Nan Lu, Pudong
Tel.:
5812 7455
Fax: 5812 7465
Puxi Address:
111 Jin GunagLu, Huacao Town, Minhang District
Tel:
5226 3211
Fax: 5226 3212
Website:
www.bisshanghai.com
The British International School, founded in 2002 by the Nord Anglia Education Group, offers quality
education based on the British National Curriculum. Currently the programme offered ranges from kindergarten till Year 10 and includes a wide range of extra curricular activities, a specialist science laboratory and computer suite as well as music and physical education facilities. It is set in a secure environment
and has access to high quality sports and recreation facilities.
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5.4
CONCORDIA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL SHANGHAI

Address:
999 Ming Yue Lu, Jin Qiao, Pudong
Tel.:
5899 0380
Fax: 5306 1685
Contact person:
Solveig Kettinger, Director of Admissions
Web Site:
www.ciss.com.cn
Concordia International School Shanghai, a sister school of the Hong Kong International School (HKIS), is
sponsored by The Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. The schools program that ranges from prekindergarten through Grade 12 is based on the American curriculum and is set in a Christian environment.
All courses are taught in English and in order to be accepted students must meet English proficiency
requirements. Mandarin is offered at all levels. Starting from Grade 6, all students are required to purchase
their own laptops for school-use.
CISS is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
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5.5
DULWICH COLLEGE SHANGHAI

Address:
425 Lan An Lu, Jinqiao, Pudong
Tel.:
5899 9910
Fax:
5899 9810
Contact person:
Karen White, Admissions Officer
Web Site:
www.dulwichcollege.cn
Dulwich College Shanghai, affiliated with the 400 years old Dulwich College in London (UK), opened its
doors in 2003. The schools programme that currently ranges from kindergarten to Year 9 is based on the
English National Curriculum and will eventually lead to IGCSE and IB (International Baccalaureate).
A wide range of sporting, musical and dramatic opportunities and co-curricular activities are offered in a
caring, supportive community, which encourages personal and social development among students from
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5.6
SHANGHAI AMERICAN SCHOOL

Address:
West Campus - 258 Jin Feng Lu, Zhudi Town, Minghang District
Tel.:
6221 1445
Fax:
6221 2060
Address:
East Campus - Shanghai Links, San Jia Gang, Pudong
Tel.:
62211445
Fax:
5837 4898
Contact Person:
Grace Huang
Website:
www.saschina.org
Shanghai American School is a private, co-educational International School sponsored by U.S. Consulate
in Shanghai. The school offers an American curriculum, very similar to that of American public schools, for
students from Preschool through Grade 12. The medium of instruction is English and most of the teachers
are from the USA. Several extra-curricular activities and sports are available as well as facilities such as
outdoor track, three gymnasiums (one with a stage area), a Black Box Theater, and a Library and Media
Center for middle and high school students.
SAS is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
SHANGHAI COMMUNITY INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
Address:
Emerald Campus - 800 Xiu Yan Lu, Pudong
Tel.:
5812 9888
Fax:
5812 9000
Address:
Hongqiao Campus - 2212 Hong Qiao Lu, Honqiao
Tel.:
6261 4338
Fax:
62614639
Address:
Changning Campus - No. 79, Lane 261, Jiansu Lu, Changning District
Tel.:
6212 2328 ext 105
Fax:
6212 2330
Contact Person:
Laurie Williams
Website:
www.scischina.org
Shanghai Community International School, operated by the International School Foundation, opened its
doors in September 1996 and offers Preschool through Grade 12. The school follows an international
curriculum mainly based on the American framework, but incorporating the standards from many Western
countries. SCIS has a Mandarin program for all levels along with Computer, Library, French, Visual Arts
and Physical Education classes.
SCIS is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
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SHANGHAI REGO INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

Address:
189 Dongzha Lu, Minhang District
Tel.:
6492 3431
Fax:
6498 5072
Contact Person:
Ruth Feyaerts
Website:
www.srisrego.com
Shanghai Rego International School opened its door in 2003 and provides kindergarten up to Year 13.
The schools curriculum is based on the National Curriculum up to Year 9 and offers IGCSE and A levels
for the highest year levels. Compulsory daily Mandarin classes are added to the curriculum for all students. The medium of instruction is English and most of the teachers are from the UK. A wide range of
facilities are available including science labs, computer labs, indoor swimming pool and all-weather pitch.
There are also several after school activities and sports are available.
YEW CHUNG INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL - SHANGHAI

Address:
Hongqiao Campus - 11 Shui Cheng Road, Hongqiao
Tel.:
6242 3243
Fax:
6242 7331
Address:
Pudong Campus - 1983 Hua Mu Lu, Pudong (Inside Seasons Villas)
Tel.:
6856 7202
Fax:
6856 7344
Address:
Gubei Campus - 18 Rong Hua Xi Dao, Gubei
Tel.:
6219 5910 ext 222
Fax:
6219 0675
Contact Person:
Peter Randall
Web Site:
www.ycef.com
Yew Chung International School, owned by the Hong Kong based Yew Chung Education Foundation, opened in Shanghai in 1993 and offers education for toddlers up to
Year 13. The schools curriculum is based on the National Curriculum for England
leading to IGCSE and IB examinations in the highest year levels. The medium of instruction is English and all subjects are taught by native English speaking teachers.
However every student has compulsory daily Mandarin classes. A wide range of facilities are available, such as science labs, art rooms, libraries, computer labs, gymnasium and outdoor sports field.
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
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SINGAPORE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

Address:
Minhang Campus - 288 Ji Di Lu, Zhu Di Town, Min Hang District
Tel.:
6221 9288
Fax:
6221 9188
Address:
Xuhui Campus 1455 Hua Jing Lu, Xu Hui District
Tel.:
6296 6110
Fax:
6296 6101
Website:
www.ssis.cn
The Singapore International School provides pre-kindergarten up to High School. The Singapore-based
curriculum offers a bilingual education in English and Chinese, with Mathematics, Science & Technology
and Humanities (for the Secondary students) as core subjects. Information Technological skills and Interdisciplinary Project Work are infused into the curriculum. Other subjects include social studies, health
education, music, arts, Speech and Drama. Besides providing a firm academic foundation, SSIS also
emphasizes character education though moral education and the provision of an extensive co-curricular
activities programme.
SHANGHAI HIGH SCHOOL INTERNATIONAL DIVISION
400 Shang Zhong Road
TEL: 6476 5516
FAX: 6453 5008
Shanghai High School, with a 130 years old Chinese school foundation, offers a bilingual teaching approach in a good campus environment with modern facilities. The school caters for Grade 4 through to
Grade 12 students.
SHANGHAI FRENCH SCHOOL

Address:
No. 30 Lane 399 Zhu Guang Road
Tel.:
3976 0555 ext 505
Fax: 3976 0577
Website:
www.chez.com/ecolefrancaiseshanghai
This school is only open to French speakers, with preference for French passport holders.
SHANGHAI GERMAN SCHOOL

Address:
No. 30 Lane 399 Zhu Guang Road
Tel.:
3976 0555 ext 206
Fax: 3976 0566
Website:
www.ds-shanghai.org.cn
This school is only open to German speakers, with preference for German passport holders.
SHANGHAI JAPANESE SCHOOL

Address:
3185 Hong Mei Lu, Hongqiao
Tel.:
6406 8027
Fax: 6401 2747
Website:
www.srx.net.cn
This school is only open to Japanese speakers, with preference for Japanese passport holders.
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
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NANJING SCHOOLS
NIS NANJING INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
Address:
Xian Lin University and College Town, Qi Xia District, Nanjing 210046
Tel.:
025-85899111
Fax:
025-8589 9222
Website:
www.nanjing-school.com
NIS is a community school for expatriate students living in Nanjing. NIS admits students from age 3 to
18. The NIS program is based on the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program.
SUZHOU SCHOOLS
SINGAPORE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
Address:
Xin Han Street, Suzhou Industrial Park, Suzhou 215021
Tel.:
0512-7610062
Fax:
0512-7617699
Website:
www.ssis-suzhou.com
The Suzhou Singapore International School provides kindergarten up to Secondary school to expatriate
children living in Suzhou, Kunshan, Changshu, Wujiang, Luzhi and other nearby areas. The core of the
curriculum is based on the Singapore syllabus. In the secondary school the school is fully authorization
for the International Baccalaureate's Middle Years Programme and International Baccalaureate Diploma
Program.
HANGZHOU
SCIS HANGZHOU INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
Address:
80 Dong Xin Street, Bin Jiang District, Hangzhou 310053
Tel.:
0571-8669 0045
Fax:
0571-8669 0044
Website:
www.scischina.org
SCIS - Hangzhou International School, operated by the International School Foundation, offers Preschool
through Grade 12. The school follows an international curriculum mainly based on the American framework, but incorporating the standards from many Western countries. HIS has a Mandarin program for all
levels along with Computer, Library, French, Visual Arts and Physical Education classes.
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
5.10
ANTIQUES
Antique furniture shopping is a major pass time among the expatriate community in Shanghai. You will
find an amazing selection in the various shops and warehouses in the city. We advise you to visit a few
different shops before purchasing so that you can get a sense of the style and variety of furniture and
craftsmanship they carry.
Bargaining is part of buying antiques, especially in the street markets. There are lots of great bargains but
be aware of fakes, there are lots around.
If you plan to collect Chinese antiques you should understand the current laws regarding the export of
antiques from China. Any item more than 40 years old will need to have a red seal before it can be
exported. The red seal is your guarantee that you can take your purchase out of China. Keep all purchase
receipts. Red seals can be affixed and appraisals carried out (for a fee) at the Cultural Relics Bureau, prior
to leaving China. You can arrange for an inspector to inspect your purchases and advise which articles
need seals. The inspector can fix seals as appropriate. Many people prefer to have the seals affixed
during the course of their stay rather than during the busy period just prior to departure. Those who already own Asian antiques should check to make sure they will not have any problems exporting them at
the end of their assignment. Anything over 100 years old is considered to be an antique by the Chinese
government and therefore, may be restricted from
leaving the country.
CHINE ANTIQUES
1660 Hong Qiao Lu (showroom)
TEL: 6270 1023
Call for an appointment to visit the warehouse located off Hua Jiang Lu. It is difficult to find without
any assistance.
FIVE STORY ANTIQUE MARKET (Formerly Sunday Antique Market, close to Yu Yuan)
Corner of Fang Bang Lu and Henan Lu
Open 7 days a week from 8 AM - 4 PM
HNERY ANTIQUE
3F, Building 2, 359 Hong Zhong Lu
Tel: 6401 0831 Website: www.h-antique.com
Dong Tai Rd Market

Dongtai Rd (near Xizang Rd)Luwan District
HU & HU ANTIQUES

A number of crossing streets of small stalls with an 1685 Wu Zhong Lu, Manager: Marybelle Hu,
amazing collection of antiques and bric-a-brac. A TEL: 6405 1212 Website: www.hu-hu.com
lot of fun but do not forget to bargain!
G. E. TANG ANTIQUE COMPANY
No. 8 Hu Qing Ping Highway ( on the way out from
Henrys Studio & Antiques
Hong Qiao Airport)
796 Suining Rd
796
Tel:021-5219 4871 / 5219 4872
www.antique-designer.com
Unique Hill Studio
Suite 301, 907 Tianyaoqiao Rd Xuhui District

907 301
Tel: 021-5410 4815
A huge collection of old Shanghai posters and
photos.
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
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6.1
BANK ACCOUNTS
Most foreigners keep only a small amount of money in the local banks, typically enough to maintain
themselves for 4-6 weeks. Be careful how much you deposit though as it is difficult to convert it back to
foreign currency. You must present the original receipt that was issued to you when you converted the
money to RMB to convert the RMB back to your original foreign currency. This receipt is only valid for a
certain number months.
To open a local bank account you need to go to the bank in person, they will ask you to fill out an application form and should bring your passport along. Foreign passport holder can apply for a multi-currency
bank account, but please check with the bank of your choice first if they require a minimum deposit. After
opening an account you will receive a passbook and an ATM- card. With the ATM-card you can only
directly access your RMB savings, to access your foreign currency savings you need to visit the bank with
your passbook, ATM-card and your passport.
ATM MACHINES
ATM machines are located on just about every corner in the downtown area of Shanghai. The main banks
offering this service are Bank of China (daily limit of RMB 5,000), Industrial Commercial Bank of China
(daily limit of RMB 5,000) and Citibank. Bank of China only accepts cards on the Cirrus system. Industrial
and Commercial Bank of China accepts cards on both Cirrus and Plus systems. You will receive the
official bank exchange rate on all transactions. You may be charged a withdrawal fee by your home bank.
BANK OF CHINA
Many locations in Shanghai
CITIBANK
Peace Hotel on the Bund, Marine Tower Pudong, Xintiandi
HSBC
HSBC Tower Pudong, Shanghai Centre, Hong Kong Plaza
INDUSTRIAL AND COMMERCIAL BANK OF CHINA (ICBC)
Many locations in Shanghai.
CREDIT CARDS
Credit cards are becoming more and more popular and most of the large department stores, airlines,
hotels and foreign restaurants accept them nowadays.
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
6.2
BOOKSTORES
FOREIGN LANGUAGE BOOKSTORE
Main shop is located at:
390 Fuzhou Lu, near Fujian Zhong Lu. 390 6322
32000
1F #17 North Square, Xin Tian Di. 181 17
6385 0601
No.59 Maoming Nan Lu 59 6472 1273
No.71 Shuicheng Nan Lu 71 6270 4188
No.65 Yanan Xi Lu 65 6248 5245
No.8 Zuiyi Nan Lu 8 6275 9879
4F Mei Luo Cheng No.1111 Zhao Jia Bang Lu 1111
4 6426 8955
No.516 Hengshan Lu 516 6445 6348
They have several small shops around town, located in several 4-5 star hotels as well as in the Friendship Store in Hongqiao.
CAR RENTAL
SHANGHAI AVIS CAR RENTAL CO.
Several locations in Shanghai, Website: www.avischina.com
SHANGHAI HERTZ CAR RENTAL CO.
Several locations in Shanghai, Website: www.hertz.com
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
6.3
BUSINESS ASSOCIATIONS
AMERICAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE (AMCHAM)
Suite 568, Shanghai Centre, 1376 Nanjing Xi Lu
Tel: 62797119, Website: www.amcham-shanghai.org
Asia Pacific CEO Association APCA
Email: info@cmagroup.org.hk
www.cmagroup.org.hk
AUSTCHAM SHANGHAI
Suite 605, Apollo Building, 1440 Yanan Zhong Lu
Tel: 62488301, Website: www.austchamshanghai.com
Austrian Consulate General Commercial Section
Tel: 6279 7197
Email: austria@uninet.com.cn
1376 514
BENELUX BUSINESS ASSOCIATION (BBA)
Tel: 68414266, Website: www.bbash.org
BRITISH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE (BRITCHAM)
1703 Westgate Tower, 1038 Nanjing Xi Lu
Tel: 62185022, Website: www.britcham.org
CANADA CHINA BUSINESS COUNCIL
Suite 912, Central Plaza, 227 Huangpi Bei Lu
Tel: 63598908, Website: www.ccbc.com
Chicago Business Club
- 31 Contact Rob Delach
mobile: 135 8554 6216
Email: chicagobusinessclub@yahoo.com
China Britain Business Council
Tel: 6218 5183
Email: cbbcsh@online.sh.cn
www.cbbc.org
China Link, Liverpool Chamber of Commerce & Industry (Shanghai)
Contact Shirley Sheng
Tel: 6323 7703
Email: shanghaioffice@ChinaLink.org.uk
www.chinalink.org.uk
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
6.4
China-Italy Chamber of Commerce, Shanghai

Suite 325, West Bldg, Shanghai Centre, 1376 Nanjing Xi Lu
Tel: 3222 0891, 3222 5891 Fax: 3222 5321
Email: infoshanghai@cameraitacina.com
www.cameraitacina.com
1376 325
Colombia Chamber of Commerce
18/F, The Bund Centre, 222 Yan'an Dong Lu, by Henan Lu
Tel: 6335 1609 Fax: 6335 1336
222 18
Consulate General of Ireland
Suite 700A, Shanghai Centre, 1376 Nanjing Xi Lu
Tel: 6279 8729 Fax: 6279 8739
Email: ireland@sh163.net
1376 700A
Danish Chamber of Commerce in China - Shanghai Branch
Fax: 6219 2711
Email: mail@dccc-sh.com.cn
DELEGATION OF GERMAN INDUSTRY AND COMMERCE
29F, Pos Plaza, 1600 Century Avenue Pudong
Tel: 50812266, Website: www.china.ahk.de
Direct Marketing Association
Contact Yidir Plantade
Tel: 2402 8022
Email: Yidir@theChinaDMA.com
DPRK Business Association
Email: roger@fbda.net
www.fbda.net
Expatriate Professional Womens Society
Email: epws2001@yahoo.com
French Chamber of Commerce
Tel: 6281 3618 Fax: 6281 3611
Email: ccifc-shanghai@ccifc.org
www.ccifc.org
Internet and Information Forum
Twice a month.
Email: headoffice@iandiasia.com
www.iandiasia.com
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
6.5
Nigeria Trade Office

Suite 16A, Jiushi Fuxin Mansion, 918 Huaihai Zhong Lu
Tel: 6415 7289 Fax: 6415 7287
918 16A
Shanghai Stock Exchange Club
Tel: 6881 9188, 6881 8088
Email: ssc7777@vip.163.com
Suth African China Business Association SACBA
Contact Marius Moss
Tel: 6212 2005
Email: marius@mosscoglobal.com
www.sacba.com.cn
Swiss Chinese Chamber of Commerce, Shanghai
Rm 22-A, 1078 Jiangning Lu
Tel: 6276 1171 Fax: 6276 0856
Email: info@sha.swisscham.org
www.sha.swisscham.org
1078 22A
EUROPEAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE IN CHINA
Suite 1709-1710, Building No.1, Corporate Avenue, 222 Hubin Lu
CHINESE LANGUAGE EDUCATION

There are a lot of Chinese language schools as well as individual Chinese teachers in Shanghai to help
you to learn Mandarin. Some of the language schools also offer culture appreciation courses.
BERLITZ
21/F Shui On Plaza, 333 Huai Hai ZHong Lu, Shanghai
TEL: 53868866, FAX: 53868811
Website: www.berlitz.com.hk
EASE CHINESE
G/F 101 Bldg No 2, Lane 25 Wu Xing Lu, Shanghai 200030
TEL: 5465 6999, FAX: 5465 5999, Website:
www.easemandarin.com
IMANDARIN
TEL: 32221028, FAX: 32221188, Website:
www.imandarin.net
THE MANDARIN CENTER (FORMER FUDAN HUMANITIES COLLEGE)
16, Songyuan Lu, Honqiao area & 498, Guoshoujing Lu, inside Zhangjiang software park, Pudong.
TEL: 6270 7668, Fax: 62707661, Website: www.mandarin-center.com
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
6.6
DEPARTMENT STORES
Brilliance West Shopping Mall
88 Xianxia West Rd Changning District

88
Tel: 021-5219 4632
A shopping complex including aFriendship Store, Decathlon, Hola andsupermarket.
Citic Square
Large shopping complex offering many brand labels. Theres a Starbucks, a Pizza Factory Restaurant,
and other restaurants
No.1168 Nanjing Xi Lu, Shanxi Bei Lu 1168 62180181
City Plaza
A modern Japanese style department store with a wide range of world famous brands names. Opened in
June2004.
No1618 Nanjing Xi Lu. Next to Jingan Temple 1618 62882205
FRIENDSHIP SHOPPING CENTRE IN HONG QIAO
6 Zunyi Lu,Hong Qiao, TEL: 62700000
This store offers a full range of stationery, appliances, clothing, shoes, toys, some furniture and carpets.
There is also a supermarket with a wide variety of Western style goods.
Friendship Shopping Center on the Bund
This shop has a wide range of antiques and handicraft items
40 Beijing Dong Lu 40
Citic Square
1168 Nanjing West Rd Jingan District

1168
Tel: 021-6218 0180
Five floors of shopping in the classy end of Nanjing Rd
6 Zunyi South Rd, Hongqiao
6
Tel: 021-6270 0000
GRAND GATEWAY PLAZA
1 Hong Qiao Lu, Xu Jia Hui, TEL: 64070111
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
6.7
Green Sports & Leisure Centre
633 Biyun Rd (near Lantian Rd) Jingiao, Pudong

633 ()
Near Carrefour, an open mall including Pines Supermarket, Decathlon, a bookstore, golf shop, restaurants and bars.
Pacific Department Stores
Shopping Mall selling a variety of moderately priced clothing, shoes, sports equipment, cosmetics, and
appliances. Licensed by
the government as a medical institution. Offering Chinese herbs, medicine, acupuncture, etc
333 Huaihai Zhong Lu at Huangpi Nan Lu Subway Station 333 53068888 or
932 Hengshan Lu Xu Jia Hui 932 64078888
ISETAN
527 Huai Hai Zhong Lu and 1038 Nanjing Xi Lu, TEL: 53061111
A popular Japanese store that has some Western style clothing brands including Nautica, Benetton, Esprit. They also stock Western cosmetics and fitness products. Best selection of linens in Shanghai.
MAISON MODE
1312 Huai Hai Zhong Lu TEL: 6471 1194
Maison Mode has a selection of Western style clothing brands including Ports International, Prada and
Christian Dior. Cosmetics and some furnishing items are also available.
NEW WORLD DEPARTMENT STORE

2 Nanjing Xi Lu
Local department store with a good selection of childrens shoes, toys and kitchen tools.
NEXTAGE OR YOAHAN
501 Zhang Yang Lu, Pudong, TEL: 58360000
TAI PING YANG, PACIFIC DEPARTMENT
STORE
333 Huai Hai Zhong Lu, TEL: 5306 8888
932 Heng Shan Lu, Xujiahui.
This store sells a wide variety of products including clothes, toys, groceries, furniture, fabrics and
appliances.
PARKSON
918 Huai Hai Zhong Lu, TEL: 64158818
100 Zun Yi Lu, Hongqiao, TEL: 623735
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
6.8
Raffles City
A department store in the city center offering a wide range of brands name clothes. Also providing
beauty salon, fast food,
convenient store, flower shop, bank. A gym on the top floor and many other amenities
268 Xizang Zhong Lu 268 63403600
SHANGHAI ORIENT SHOPPING CENTER
8 Cao Xi Lu, Xu Jia Hui, TEL: 64070000
This store sells a wide variety of products including clothes, toys, groceries, furniture, fabrics and appliances.
Shanghai #1 Department Store
A large locally managed department store that is worth a visit
830 Nanjing Dong Lu 830 63223344
TIMES SQUARE
No. 500 Zhangyang Lu, Pudong\
This modern department store in Pudong has 7 floors, all very well arranged. It has a wide variety of
clothing, appliances, and toys at fair prices. Just opposite to Yaohan.
The Oriental Shopping Center
A wide range of Chinese carpets on display
8 Caoxi Bei Lu Shanghai 8 64870000
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
6.9
DRY CLEANING
CHICAGO DRY CLEANERS
This dry cleaning chain gets its name from the owner who spent many years in Chicago. They have free
pick-up and delivery services to most villa and apartment compounds. Below are addresses of some of
the more central locations.
City Center
195 Tong Ren Lu
TEL: 6247 7922, Ext.1
Gubei New Area
80 Shui Cheng Nan Lu
3918 Hong Mei Bei Lu
TEL: 6270 4742

TEL: 6262 0924
3297 Hong Mei Nan Lu
TEL: 6405 8573
Da Zhong Laundry and Cleaning Company

1041 Jingdu Rd 1041
Tel: 021-6497 2558
Free delivery, speak English.
Sams Dry Cleaning from America
Room 101, 7, Lane 19 Ronghua West Rd
19 7 101
Free pick up and delivery.
EXPRESS SERVICE
TNT
268 Xi Zang Zong Lu, 45/F Raffles City, Tel: 8008209868, Webiste: www.tnt.com
FEDEX
615, Xin Jin Qiao Lu, Pudong, Tel: 8008201338, Website: www.fedex.com
UPS
Room 607, Marine Tower, No.1, Pudong Avenue, Tel: 8008208388, Website: www.ups.com
DHL
303 Jinian Road, Tel: 8008108000, Website: www.dhl.com
OCS-SINOTRANS
865 Hong Jing Lu, Tel: 6269, We2299, website:
www.shipocs.com
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
6.10
FOOD
The availability of Western style goods is good. However supplies can be erratic
with some items appearing in plentiful quantities one week and not available the
next. If there is something you especially want, it is best to buy it when you see it.
Street market vendors sell meat, fish, eggs, fruit and vegetables. Meat is substandard quality and not kept in a refrigerated environment. Fruit and vegetables
are quite good and safe to eat.
GROCERIES SUPERMARKETS AND DELIVERY

CITY SUPERMARKET
3211 Hong Mei Lu (Gubei), 1376 Nanjing Xi Lu, 99 Huai Hai Zhong Lu, 939 Huai Hai Zhong Lu.
TEL: 62150418 and 62674248, Website: www.cityshop.com.cn
The supermarket also offers delivery services. You can get their catalogue at the store.
PINES, THE MARKET PLACE
633 Bi Yun Lu (Pudong), 18 Lane 896 Jian He Lu (Hongqiao)
TEL: 50306971 and 6262 9055, Website: www.chiro.com.cn
The supermarket also offers delivery services. You can get their catalogue at the store.
GROCERIES DEPARTMENT STORES

CARREFOUR SHOPPING CENTER
185 Fangdian Rd
TEL 5033 6966
268 Shui Cheng Lu (Gubei)
TEL: 6295 6638)
279 Biyun Lu (Pudong, Jinqiao)
TEL: 5899 1899
20 Wuning Rd
TEL:6231 7788
No.560 Quyang Rd (Hongkou District)
TEL:6555 8078
7388 Humin Rd (Xuhui District)
TEL:021-3611 4510
This shopping center offers a selection of international products and small electrical appliances.
HONG QIAO FRIENDSHIP SHOPPING CENTER
6 Zunyi Lu (Near Westin Hotel)
This department store has a large grocery store and bakery on the ground floor. A good selection of
Japanese food, pet supplies and herbs is also available.
YAOHAN (NEXT AGE)
501 Zhang Yang Lu, Pudong
HRS: 9.30 a.m. - 8.30 p.m. Open 7 days a week.
This large department store in Pudong has a large supermarket on the 7th floor with many local and imported products.
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
6.11
GROCERIES DELICATESSINS
GLENMORES AUSTRALIAN DELI
501 Wuzhong Dong Lu
TEL: 6464-8665
FAX: 6464-3043
An Australian meat/fish/deli store. They sell imported Jet Fresh beef, lamb and veal as well as a cheeses,
pates, cream and a variety of frozen fish. This company has a comprehensive list of available products
that they can fax to you. It is best to place your order a day before you collect it. Edward Cripps is the
resident Australian.
HILTON HOTEL DELI
250 Hua Shan Lu
TEL: 6248-0000
This deli sells a variety of baked goods, cheeses and some meat products.
SHANGRI-LA DELI
33 Fu Cheng Lu, Pudong
TEL: 6882-8888
This deli is managed by an Austrian pastry chef and offers 20 types of bread, pastries, wine and cold cuts.
Cakes can be ordered for all occasions.
SHERATON HOTEL DELI
5 Zun Yi Nan Lu
TEL: 6275-8888
This deli offers a good selection of baked goods, cheeses, pats, fresh meats, poultry and fish. Many
specialty items and prepared foods are available as well.
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
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GROCERIES WAREHOUSE STYLE

Warehouse style store similar to Costco, Sams or Macro in the USA. It is a German JV that sells local
and imported products as well as a large selection of wine, beer and liquors. Membership is free and
may be obtained on the spot if you have your business card with you. Be prepared to leave your purse
in a locker at the entrance.
LOTUS SUPERCENTER
1126 1128 Yang Gao Nan Lu, Pudong(Pu
Dong District)
TEL: 5873-1228
168 Lujiazui West ,Pudong(Pu Dong District)
TEL:5873 1228
3521 Shanghai Rd(Pu Dong District)
Tel: 6832 1188
No.2128 Jin Gao Road(Pu Dong District)
TEL:5132 9588
No.1256 Jin Gao Road (Jin Qiao District)
Tel: 5865 9300
178 Chuanchang Rd
TEL:6443 9966
Wal-mat
No.252 North Lin Xin Road (Pu Dong New Area)
TEL:5094 5881
City Shop(www.cityshop.com.cn)
No.33 Hua Yuan Shi Qiao Road(PuDong New
Area)
TEL:6477 9671
Parkson Shopping Center
Basement 918 Huaihai Middle Rd(Lu Wan District)
Tel: 6415 8818
METRO
1425 Zheng Bei Lu, Putuo District
TEL: 6265 8888
80 Gudai Lu
TEL: 6480 8888
4295 Zhoujiazui Rd
TEL:6568 0044
1218 Wuzhong Rd(Ming Hang District)
TEL:6446 2118
1538 Caoan Rd
Tel:6918 5599
No.28 Middle Rong Le Road(Song Jiang District)
Tel: 5770 3333
No.258 Wen Cheng Road (Song Jiang District)
Tel:3766 8555
This is a warehouse style store that has a
large grocery shopping area, bakery & deli.
Basement,City Center Building 100 Zunqiao Rd
Tel:5257 4518
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
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GROCERIES WET MARKETS

FRUIT AND VEGETABLE MARKETS
Many residential neighborhoods have a nearby market. For an adventure
in bargaining, to discover new foods and products visit these markets.
FURNITURE STORES
Anthony Chao
Suite 401, 30 Tianshan Rd Minhang District
Tel: 021-6259 3060
Silk fabrics and furnishings.
BO CONCEPT
737 Cao Xi Bei Lu
TEL: 6427 8348
Scandinavian furniture, very modern and well
made with attractive designs. This Danish manufacturer has several distributors in Shanghai. The
largest outlet is in the Xujiahui area close to Ikea.
Caoan Rd Market
1618 Caoan Rd Putuo District
Tel: 021-5918 8888
Three floors of furnishing fabrics for curtains, upholstery, sheets, quilts and cushions.
Casa & Co.
115 Hongzhong Rd, Block 2
115 2
Tel: 021-5458 1029 / 6406 9518
www.casacosh.com
Elm Workshop
2347 Yanggao South Rd Pudong
2347
Tel: 1368 1642 555
Hand made furniture.
www.elmworkshop.com
Jisheng Wellborn
75 Loushanguan Rd Hongqiao
75 Tel: 021-6236 9572
Five floors of furniture with over 100 individual
stores.
Hola
LG, Brilliant West Shopping Mall 88 Xianxia West

Rd (Near Jianhe Rd) Changning District
88 ()
Tel: 021-5219 1919
10.00am-10.00pm
A fabulous range of home furnishings from cups,
curtains and curio to furniture and home appliances.
Homemart
7388 Humin Rd Xuhui District

7388
Tel: 021-6412 8169
9:00am - 8:00pm
This home furnishing store has five branches
throughout town.
House and Garden
198 Caoxi Rd Xuhui District

198 Tel:021- 6438 7158
9:00 am - 6:00pm
One of three branches.
Golden Silk Road Oriental Rugs
1394 Beijing West Rd

1394
Tel: 021-6289 2260
www.goldensilkroad.cn
IKEA
No. 126 Cao Xi Lu, Xu Jia Hui
TEL: 5425 6060 FAX: 6427 6978
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
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Jisheng Wellborn
75 Loushanguan Rd Hongqiao
75 Tel: 021-6236 9572
Five floors of furniture with over 100 individual
stores.
Torana House
339-15 Changle Rd.

339 15
Tel: 021-5404 7787
www.toranahouse.com
Master Enterprises Furniture Department
Block 4, Level 2, West Side 1030 Tongpu Rd

1030
Tel: 021- 5270 1278 / 3202 3246
B&Q
1800 Hutai Rd. Bao Shan District

1800
Tel: 021-6634 6611
Shanghai Bedding Company
652 Huaihai Middle Rd Luwan District

652
Tel: 021-5306 4934
Mr. Yuen and some of the staff speak English.
They custom make quilts,duvet covers, pillows and
sell silk comforters.
118 Longwu Rd
118
Tel: 021-6483 6611
Simply Life
Unit 101, 159 Madang Rd. (Xintiandi)
157 101 ()
Tel: 021-6387 5100
www.simplylife-sh.com
Slumberland Soft Furniture
227 Luchun Rd Minhang District

227
Tel: 021-6430 9977 / 6430 6800
You can place orders with the factory for mattresses, sofas and easy chairs.
393 Yinxiao Rd
393
Tel: 021-5033 6611
1616 Huangxing Rd
(Near Yangpu Rd)
1616 ()
Tel: 021-5505 6611
OBI
518 Lantian Rd
518
Tel: 021-3870 0008
1318 Meichuan Rd
1318
Tel: 021-5250 1000
Xujiahui Furniture World

202 Wen Ding Lu, Xujiahui
CATEGORY OF 1 INTERIORS
233 Shan Xi Nan Road, Shanghai, P.R.China
200020
TEL: 5466 0222 FAX: 6431 4412
HOBA FURNITURE
1367 Dong Fang Lu, Pudong
TEL: 50897118
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
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INSURANCE
AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL ASSURANCE CO., LTD. (AIU)
Visit their website for the contact details http://www.aiush.com.cn/en/8contact/contact.asp
15/F, Bank of China Tower 200 Yincheng Middle Rd, Pudong

200 15
Tel: 021-2893 8000
Customer Service: 800 820 6019
Comprehensive Household Coverage
AIU is a member of the American International Group Inc., a U.S. based international insurance organization and the largest underwriter of commercial and industrial coverage in the U.S. AIU provides insurance for medical emergencies (i.e. evacuations and hospital services) as well as household insurance.
Winterhur Insurance (Asia) Ltd.
528 Pudong South Rd Pudong

528
Tel: 021-6882 3351
American International Assurance Company
17 Zhongshan No. 1 East Rd Huangpu District

17
Tel: 021-6321 6698
Hotline: 800 820 3588
Household and Office Insurance as well as Automobile Insurance.
Peoples Insurance Company of China (PICC)
700 Zhongshan South Rd Huangpu District

700
Tel: 021-6377 3000
China Pacific Insurance Company (CPIC)
400 Wusong Rd Hongkou District

400
Tel: 021-6677 9900
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
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INTERNET SERVICE PROVIDERS

CHINANET
1122 Yanan Dong Lu
TEL: 6327 0333, Ext. 2154
EMAIL: chinanet@public.sta.net.cn
PRODIGY CHINA
2601 Song Hui Jiang Lu
TEL: 6552 2195
EMAIL: prodigychina@prodigychina.com
UNINET
5B-3, Central City Building
No. 8 Ruijin Yi Lu
TEL: 6218 9568
FAX: 6218 4895
EMAIL: uninet@uninet.com.cn
GUOMAI
1F, 1207 Jiang Ning Lu
TEL: 6276 9466
EMAIL: xxx@guomai.sh.cn
JADE
JADE CARVING FACTORY
33 Caobao Lu
TEL: 6436 2660
This factory has a large selection of styles to choose from.
JEWELRY
LILLIS SHANGHAI
Maosheng Mansion, 4B
1051 Xin Zha Road
TEL: 6215 5031
FAX: 6215 2011
Shanghai Centre Show Room
Apt. 605 - West Tower
TEL: 6279-8987
www.lilishanghai.com
Lilli Makinson has an excellent selection of Chinese and Japanese pearls at reasonable prices. She
also sells hand made pillows and many other interesting items.
YU YUAN PEARL MARKET ( on the 3F of Ya Yi Gold Jewelry Store)
PEARL CITY ON 558 NANJING DONG LU
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
6.17
OPTICAL STORES
AMERICAN EYES
There are many locations around Shanghai. Daily wear contact lenses are now available. One central location is 1038 Nanjing Xi Lu (telephone number 6218 0414).
505 Nanjing East Rd Huangpu District

505
Tel: 021-6351 7576
Paris Miki
www.paris-miki.com.cn
1149 Nanjing West Rd

Jingan District
1149
Tel: 021-6258 4838
63 Tianyaoqiao Rd Xuhui District

63
Tel: 021-6487 1342
1977 Huashan Rd Xuhui District

1977
Tel: 021-6447 2740
Grand Gateway Plaza Xujiahui

Tel: 021-6407 6412
Ruijin Eye Hospital
197 Ruijin No. 2 Rd Luwan District

197
Tel: 021-6437 0045 ext 668101
Appointment required. Dispensary also on site.
838 Nanjing West Rd Jingan District

838
Tel: 021-6258 5458
409 Nanjing East Rd
409
Tel: 021-6360 8206
500 Huaihai Middle Rd
500
Tel: 021-5382 4882
268 Shuicheng South Rd
268
Tel:021- 6295 0852
1211 Century Avenue
1211
Tel: 021-5820 5957
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
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POSTAL SERVICES
All of the major hotels in Shanghai sell stamps and will mail letters and postcards on your behalf. Technically, only Post Office issued envelopes are accepted for mailing domestically and internationally however, as long as you are not a business they will generally accept your envelopes. Approved envelopes
have red boxes in the upper left-hand corner for the postal code. Envelopes are on sale at all post offices.
The postal staff will weigh your parcel and give you the necessary stamps. Glue them to your package as
they are not pre-glued. Glue is available on one of the counters, but it is usually dried out so you may wish
to bring your own glue stick.
The Postal and Telecommunications Bureau in the lower level of the retail plaza at Shanghai Center is
staffed with English speaking personnel.
Shanghai Centre (lower level)
1376 Nanjing West Rd Jing'an District

1376
Tel: 021-6279 8044
1337 Huaihai Middle Rd Xuhui District
1337
Tel: 021-6437 4272
365 Shangcheng Rd Pudong
365
Tel:021-5876 0969
212 Xinhua Rd Hongqiao
212
Tel: 021-6280 1455
389 Caobao Rd Xuhui District
389
Tel: 021-6483 0938
8 Huangxing Rd Hongkou District
8
Tel: 021-6570 5553
250 Beisuzhou Rd
250
Tel: 021-6306 0438 / 6324 0425
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
6.19
TRAVEL AGENTS
COUNTRY HOLIDAYS
258 Tong-ren Road, Jiu-An Plaza
TEL: 3222 0616
www.countryholidays.com.cn
CHINA EXCURSION TRAVEL
Rm 725 Summit Center, 1088 Yanan Xi Lu
TEL: 6207 6758
www.excursion-travel.com
FORBIDDEN FRONTIER
Suite 8D, 388 zhao Jia Bangt Lu
TEL: 641508691
www.forbiddenfrontier.com
CTRIP TRAVEL AGENCY
TEL: 800 820 6666
www.ctrip.com/english/
Book online and they deliver the tickets to your home or office.
CITS
1277 Beijing West Rd

Tel: 021-6289 8899
www.scits.com
Jade Travel
Suite 427 West Tower, Shanghai Centre 1376 Nanjing West Rd
Tel: 021-6279 8393
1376 427
Smart Travel
www.smarttravelasia.com
Great West Travel
Suite 660, East Tower Shanghai Centre 1376 Nanjing West Rd

1376 660
Tel: 021-6279 8489
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
6.20
VETERINARIANS/PET SUPPLIES
Bark
741 Hongxu Rd
741
Tel: 021-5422 4457
www.sh-bark.com
JIALIANG K-9 KENNEL
1858 Sanlu lu
TEL: 6411 0049
www.jialiang.com
Shanghai Paw Veterinary Surgeons
B64-65 Xinying Flower Centre 570 Huaihai West Rd

B64-65 570
Tel: 021-5254 0611
For Emergencies: 1381 668 5486
Provides a full range of veterinary services, quality pet
food and supplies. Admin staff also speak English.
Shanghai Naughty Family
2293 Hongqiao Rd
2293
Tel: 021-6268 9507
www.naughtyfamily.com
Shanghai United Animal Hospital
3333 Qixin Rd
3333
Tel: 021-5485 9099
http://www.jialiang.com/unitedah/index.htm
Second Chance Animal Aid
Tel: 13817811443 - Ms. Carol A. Wolfson
www.scaashanghai.org
SHANGHAI PAW VETERINARY SURGEONS
B64-65 Xinying Flower Centre, 570 Huai Hai Xi Lu (near Hongqiao Lu)
TEL: 5254 0611
VIP-PET
489, Xiang Yang Nan Lu
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
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PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
Pedestrians
There are plenty of sidewalks where pedestrians can stroll at leisure. Watch out for loose tiles which are
difficult to see at night. Crossing the road like a local take practice. A pedestrian crossing offers no safety;
cars will not stop for you. Try to cross at traffic lights, remembering that traffic can turn right at any time
regardless of a red light.
Metro
There is two Metro lines and one light rail line. The underground train is very efficient and inexpensive but
gets very crowded especially at weekends. The cost is 3 to 6 RMB. Some of the main stops are listed
below.
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
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Metro Line 1
Station Number
Station Name
Points of Interest
Shanghai Railway Station

(Shanghai Huo Che Zhan)
Peoples Square
(Renmin Guang Chang Zhan)
This is the most Northern station. Jusco department store is nearby.

There are (5) exits.
No. 1 Department Store, New World Department Store
Peoples Park
City Hall, Grand Theatre, Shanghai Museum &
Underground Shopping Mall
Wuzun/Xizang Road (From here catch the number 3 bus to go by tunnel to Pudong
(6)
Shanxi Road
(7)
Changshu Road
Close to the Garden Hotel, Old Jin Jiang Hotel,

Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Eddie Tams
(peasant paintings), Printemps Department
Store, Jingwen Flower Market, Parksons Department Store, TGI Fridays (next to Parksons
Department Store) and the Music Conservatory.
Maison Mode Department store, Huating clothing market and the Hilton Hotel
(8)
Hengshan Road
(9)
Xu Jia Hui
(10)
Shanghai Stadium (Shanghai

Tiyuguan Zhan)
(1)
(4)
Hengshan Community Church, Regal International East Asia Hotel, Sashas, TGI Fridays
(Hengshan Road location), Pasta Fresca & Mr.
Stones
Oriental Shopping Centre, Pacific Department
Store, Xu Jia Hui Catholic Cathedral
Stadium, Sheraton Hotel and IKEA
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
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Metro Line 2
Station Number
Station Name
Points of Interest
(1)
(3)
(5)
Zhongshan Park
JingAn Temple
Peoples Square
Good Childrens Park

JingAn Temple
Changing Metro Line 1; Grand Theatre;
Peoples park
(7)
Lujia Zhui Area Pudong
(10)
(13)
Centure Park
Zhangjiang Development Zone
Finance Banking Area; Pearl TV Tower;

JinMao Tower;
Science Musium; Centure Park;
Main Bus Routes

Buses run every 10-15 minutes from 4.30 a.m. to midnight.
Listed below are some of the major bus routes.
*37 runs East on Nanjing Lu from Jing An Park to the Bund.
*20 runs East on Nanjing Lu from Zhong Shan Park to the Bund.
*49 runs from Dong An Lu to Peoples Square.
*15 runs from Shanghai Gymnasium (Sheraton) to the old Shanghai train station.
*57 runs from Jian An Park to the Zoo on Hong Qiao Lu.
*911runs from Hongqiao Airport to the Yu Yuan Garden
*925 runs from Hongqiao Airport to the Peoples Square
*936 runs from Hong Qiao Airport to Pudong
*941 runs from Hongqiao Area to the Train Station
Taxis
Shanghai Dazhong Taxi Company.
Shanghai Qiang Sheng
Friendship Taxi Company
Dazhong Taxi
Jinjiang Taxi
Bashi Taxi
Qianwei Red Flag Taxi
Haibo Taxi
Zhenhua Taxi
TEL: 6258 1688

TEL: 6258 0000
TEL: 6215 5555
TEL: 96822
TEL: 96961
TEL: 96840
TEL: 021-5683 2029
TEL: 96965
TEL: 021-6255 0808
Taxis are plentiful and provide an inexpensive means of transportation. All taxi drivers will provide a
receipt if requested. Usually taxi drivers do not speak English so be sure to have your destination written
in Chinese. It is also helpful to have a Chinese and English map.
Car/Van With Driver

Rental of a car or van with a driver is available at all major hotels through the concierge. You can also
make arrangements through the taxi service companies if you are able to speak Chinese.
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
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Trains
The new railroad station is located on Tian Mu Xi Lu.
TEL: 6317 9090
Tickets 021-6317 1880 / 6354 3193
There are two types of train, tourist and ordinary class.
You can purchase your tickets directly from the train station or travel agents and concierges at the hotels
will purchase on your behalf for a small surcharge. Near the train station at Longman Hotel there are
English speaking agents who will assist with the purchase of train tickets.
There are several trains a day going to Suzhou, Wuxi and Nanjing. Check with your travel agent for the
exact times.
DRIVING IN CHINA
Foreign drivers usually need to modify their driving habits in China. The traffic is heavily congested and
many of the local drivers are inexperienced. Cyclists and Pedestrians are generally undisciplined and
often ignore traffic lights. The best way to avoid accidents is to drive slowly and defensively.
In the event of a traffic accident involving personal injury, Chinese law requires the following:
Injured people should be immediately taken to the hospital
The scene of the accident should be preserved and the police should be called. Those involved
should wait at the scene of the accident until the police arrive
If an accident occurs and there is no personal injury the parties may agree amongst themselves at to the
cost of the damages and settle the case themselves on the spot. This course of action may jeopardize any
insurance claims.
License plate restrictions to city areas.
Be aware of traffic restrictions for certain license plates. Certain plates may not go into the city centre
during certain days or hours.
Motor Vehicle Control Service Centre,
Zhong Sahan Bei Yi Lu No. 870.
Tel. 6542 0370
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RELOCATIONS ADVISOR
YOUR
7.4
CAR INSURANCE
Third party liability insurance is available in Shanghai through the Peoples Insurance Company. Traffic
accidents must be reported in writing within 48 hours to the insurance company to maintain the validity of
the policy and ensure that the insurance company accepts the responsibility of the claim.
PICC PEOPLES INSURANCE

23 Zhong Shan Lu, Shanghai.
TEL: 6321-7466
OPEN: 8 a.m. 4 p.m. Monday to Friday.
CHINA PACIFIC INSURANCE CO
1226 Zhong Shan Be Xi Lu
TEL: 6536-7846
OPEN: 9 a.m. 5 p.m. Monday to Friday.
Annual premiums are inexpensive,

around 12,000 RMB annually for both
damage and third party liability. The
TPL portion, (mandatory) is about 500
RMB per year and covers up to 100,000
RMB, which is not enough if you have a
serious accident.
Both PICC and CPIC Insurance will send a representative to your home of office if you have a claim, you
do not need to go to their office. You need to have proof of ownership, passport, residence visa (green
book) and legal proof of proper import of car and registration.
AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL ASSURANCE CO.

7th Floor, Novel Plaza, 128 Nan Jing Road West, Shanghai 200003
Contact Greg Rushton. TEL: 6350-8544
TEL: 6350-8180
FAX: 6350-8183/4
Most automobile policies in Shanghai only have cover for US$60,000 (RMB 500,000) sometimes even
less. If an accident happens, this US$60,000 is to pay for any damages to other vehicles or property, any
injury to third parties and your court costs. AIA provides a policy that will increase the cover from
US$60,000 to US$900,000 for an annual premium of RMB 1,000 for a sedan.
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
7.5
ADULT EDUCATION
MANDARIN CENTER FUDAN UNIVERSITY
6F, 16 Song Yuan Lu
TEL: 6270 7668
FAX: 6270 7661
www.mandarin-center.com
IMANDARIN
4 campuses in Shanghai, please look at their website for the nearest location
TEL: 3222 1028
www.iMandarin.net
MANDARIN HOUSE LANGUAGE INSTITUTE
6 campuses in Shanghai, please look at their website for the nearest location
TEL: 6288 2308
FAX: 6288 2309
www.mandarinhouse.cn
EASE MANDARIN
Several campuses in Shanghai, please look at their website for the nearest location
TEL: 5465 6999
FAX: 5465 5999
www.easemandarin.com
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
8.1
EXPATRIATE SOCIAL ORGANIZATIONS

AMERICAN WOMENS CLUB OF SHANGHAI
This club offers monthly luncheons, day trips and regular social gatherings. If you would like more information, please call at 6268 8598 or visit their website at: www.awcshanghai.org
Belgian Nights
42 Taojiang Lu
Contact: Keith
Tel: 139 0191 7238
Belgians and their friends meet every
2nd Fri of the month at OMalleys.
Belgian beers provided.
BRITS ABROAD
Meet at OMalleys on the first Tuesday of every month for coffee. If you would like more information,
please call email to: britsabroad57@hotmail.com
CERCLE FRANCOPHONE DE SHANGHAI
Regular meetings for the French community in Shanghai. If you would like more information, please call
Beatrice Dutfoy at 6262 1508 for details or visit: www.cerclefrancophonedeshanghai.com
CERCLE FRANCOPHONE DE SHANGHAI
Regular meetings for the French community in Shanghai. If you would like more information, please call
Beatrice Dutfoy at 6262 1508 for details or visit: www.cerclefrancophonedeshanghai.com
COMMUNITY CENTER
Offers social, educational, new orientation programs and recreational resources toi help families and
individuals survive and thrive in Shanghai. The center sponsors River of Hearts, an organization that
collects new and used items for people in need.
www.ccshanghai.org
China-Italy Association
No.1 Longxi Rd
021-6262 6258 Ms. Zhu
www.cina-italia.com
Club Italia
Tel: 021-6364 6059-Daniela
Comitato@clubitaliashanghi.org
www.clubitaliashanghai.org
Activities for the Italian community andtheir friends.
Dutch Community
Contact: Lily Pasaritu
Email: nvsdss@online.sh.cn
http://nvsdss.diy.163.com
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
8.2
EXPATRIATE PROFESSIONAL WOMENS SOCIETY

Monthly meetings and regular social gatherings for expatriate working women
www.epws-shanghai.org
FINNISH SOCIETY
Monthly meetings are held at OMalleys at 6:30 on the last Friday of the month. Contact Rob Young at
64744533 for details.
GERMAN CENTRE
Regular events are held. If you would like more information, please visit:
www.germancentreshanghai.com
HASH HOUSE HARRIERS
Run or walk around Shanghai every weekend, locations vary from week to week. If you would like more
information, please visit: www.shanghaihhh.com
HEALTH PROFESSIONALS ORGANIZATION
Monthly meetings to discuss topics related to health and health care. Meetings are held in the evenings.
Contact Susan Hine at the American Consulates Health Unit. TEL: 6433 6880, ext. 244. Monday,
Wednesday or Friday.
PUDONG EXPATRIATE FAMILIES
Monthly meeting, weekly social activities and
dinner dances for expats living in Shanghai at
the New Asia Tomson Hotel. Contact Rita
Wong or Mr. Yamada at 58318888 ext.
3890,3896.
Malaysian Association
For membership details, contact Maureen Lai
Tel: 138 0164 8058
Contact: Maureen Lai
Email: iglai@yahoo.com
www.maproc.org
Norweigian Club
Contact: Christel Lorentzen
Tel: 136 5165 6674
Email: c.lorentaen@mail.com
Rotary Club of Shanghai
Building 6, Lane 1279, Zhongshan West Rd
Contact: Kim Fee Cheah
Tel:13472670285
Email: rotaryshanghai@gmail.com
www.rotaryShanghai.com
Shanghai American Club

No. 99 Huangpu Rd
Tel: 021-6393 2880
Fax: 021-6393 6766
Email:membership@sh.americanclubs.org
Shanghai English Christian Worship Hengshan
Community Church
53 Hengshan Rd
Call for more information
Tel: 021-6262 2505
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
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SHANGHAI EXPATRIATE ASSOCIATION

This club offers monthly luncheons, day trips and regular social gatherings. If you would like more information, please visit: www.seashanghai.org
SHANGHAI JEWISH CENTER
Villa 1, Shang Mira Garden, Lane 1720 Hongqiao Lu.
TEL: 6278 0225 www.chinajewish.org
SHANGHAI INDIAN ASSOCIATION
Monthly meetings and activities. If you would like more information, please visit:
www.indianconsulate.org.cn/ia
SWEDISH SOCIETY
Monthly meetings are held at OMalleys at 6:30 on the first Friday of the month.
Swiss Club Shanghai
Contact: Philippe Zwahlen
Tel: 021-6258 9452 Nicole Sillito
Fax: 021-6276 0856
Email: Nicole @Sillito.com
www.swisscclubshanghai.com
Talking China Languages Exchange Club
8E, East Tower, 200 Zhenning Rd
Contact: Sisi
Tel: 021-6289 4308 / 6289 4299
Email: talkingchina@msn.com
www.talkingchina.com
TOASTMASTERS
Toastmasters is an international group aiming to help you improve your public speaking with the
help of fellow toastmasters. Several chapters in Shanghai meet at different location.
www.toastmasters.org
Shanghai Peoples Square
Toastmaster Club
YMCA (Qing Nian Hui) 2/F
123 Xizang South Rd
Every Tuesday Night at 7pm
www.shanghai585.com
Xujiahui Toastmaster Club
4/F Qi Xiang Hotel next to the church
166 Caoxi North Rd
Contact: James Tao
Tel: 13601637652
Meets every Thursday at 7pm
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
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FAMILY ACTIVITIES
Aquaria 21
Great place for children's birthday parties and aquarium sleepovers. Massive South American-themed
underwater world aquarium. Scuba dive in the 2.2 million litre oceanarium (all equipment provided),
plus simulator rides, large sharks, rays, sea turtles, penguins and lots more.
Daily 9am-5pm. RMB 80 for adults, RMB 60 for children (1-1.4m tall). Gate 4,
Changfeng Park, 451 Daduhe Lu, by Jinshajiang Lu.
Contact Anthony (5281 8888 ext 6838, 137 0176 4231 anthony@oceanworld.com.cn)
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AKTIVE KIDZ SHANGHAI

AKS is a non-profit, volunteer organization dedicated to providing quality sports and recreational programmes to the expatriate community in Shanghai. www.activekidz.org
CENTURY PARK
No. 701 Jin Xiu Lu, Pudong
TEL: 5833 7243
CHANG FENG PARK

No. 15, Lane 420, Jin Sha Jiang Lu
This park includes an underground aquarium built by a
New Zealand joint venture. The aquarium is underneath the lake and over 10,000 aquatic animals from
over 300 species are on display.
Dino Beach
Grab your bathing suit and your floaties for a day at the
beach.
78 Xinzhen Lu, Minhang District Daily 9am-11pm.
, 78
TEL: 6478 3333
Fun Dazzle
Indoor playground with floor-to-ceiling connected tunnels, slides, mazes, ball pits and a spooky black
light maze. Organises birthday parties as well. Daily 9am -5pm. RMB 25/2h.
780 Changning Lu, in Zhongshan Park.
, 780 ,
TEL: 6210 7388 6210 7288
Fuxing Park
RMB 1-5 for 3 min on the bumper cars, jumping bed and other gadgets. Daily 6am-6pm. RMB 2 for 1.2m
above. Entrance at Fuxing Lu and Chongqing Lu.
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TEL: 5386 0662
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
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Gongqing Forest Park

Abundant flowers and trees, BBQ area, leisure sections with fishing, horseback riding and boating.
Last entry 4pm. Daily 6am-7pm. RMB 12.
2000 Jungong Lu.
, 2000
Tel: 6574 0586
Guyi Garden
Ming dynasty garden with ancient buildings, waterside pavilions, long verandahs, winding waters,
ancient trees, flowers and bamboo. Daily 5am5pm. RMB 10, free entry if under 1.2m.
218 Huyi Lu.
, 218
Tel: 5912 2225
Jing'An Park
Free entry. 1649 Nanjing Xi Lu.
, 1649
Tel: 6248 3238
Jinjiang Amusement Park

Carousels, loop-the-loop roller coasters, log rides, bumper cars, tots' playground, swinging pirate ship
and horror house. Water area is closed. Daily 8am -5pm. RMB 60, includes 8 ride tickets.
201 Hongmei Lu.
, 201
Tel: 6436 4956/6468 0844
Lu Xun Park
Big entertainment section for children. Daily 6am -6pm. RMB 2.
146 Dongjiangwan Lu.
, 146
Tel: 6540 0009
Renmin Park
Now open to the public. Entry RMB 2, free if under 1.2m.
231 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Huangpi Lu.
, 231
Tel: 6372 0646
Fax 6279 7197
Shanghai Botanical Garden Park

Flowers and a lake with duck-shaped boats for hire. Picnic BBQ area too.
Daily 8am-5pm. RMB 10, free if under 1.2m.
1111 Longwu Lu, south of Longhua Lu.
, 1111 ,
Tel: 5436 3369
Fax 5436 3460
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
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Shanghai Children Museum

A museum designed especially for kids. Last entry 3.30pm. 8.30am -5pm.
RMB 20 for adults, RMB 10 for kids.
61 Songyuan Lu, close to Hongqiao Lu.
, 61 ,
Tel: 6278 3127
Shanghai Discovery Childrens Museum

Provides a playful learning experience for children aged 2-10 through hands -on and interactive exhibits
and educational programmers.
Tue-Sun 9am -5pm. RMB 25 for children, RMB 15 for adults. 330 Yangqu Lu, by Linfen Lu.
www.shanghaidiscovery.org
, 330
Tel: 3606 0832
Shanghai Ocean Aquarium

Featuring a 155m -long underwater viewing tunnel. 28 themed exhibitions display 10,000 species of fish
from around the globe.
Daily 9am -9pm. RMB 110, RMB 70 for kids under 1.4m, free for kids under 0.8m.
158 Yincheng Bei Lu, Pudong.
, 158
Tel: 5877 9988
Shanghai Zoo
Green grass, large trees, a couple of ponds, ferris wheel, amusement park (sometimes closed), Little
Tykes indoor playground. Also occasional events and exhibitions.
Daily 7am-5pm. RMB 20. 2
381 Hongqiao Lu, by Hami Lu
, 2381 ,
Tel: 6268 7775
Shanghai Science Museum

A new museum with high-tech displays,
indoor rainforest and childrens amusement centre, sound and light shows.
Shanghais two new IMAX 3D cinemas are
housed inside this complex. See Cinema
Directory for details. Tue-Sun
9am-5pm. RMB 55. 2000 Shiji Da Dao.
, 2000
Tel: 6862 2000
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
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SHANGHAI DINO BEACH

78 Xin Zhen Lu, Minhang District
TEL: 6478 3333
Beach with a 2 acre wave pool, 3 kids pools, 21 slides, an ice tunnel and an activities pool. This facility
also offers 2 restaurants with 3 take-away outlets. Very well run facility.
SHANGHAI CIRCUS WORLD

2266 Gong He Xin Lu
Tel: 5665 6622
SHANGHAI WILD ANIMAL PARK

Nan Hui San Zao Zhen, Pudong
TEL: 5803 6000
HRS: Daily from 8 5 p.m.
A safari park in Pudong with real lions, tigers and bears! A real Jurassic Park experience!
SHANGHAI ZOO AND LITTLE TYKES FUN DAZZLE

2410 Hong Qiao Lu
TEL: 6268 7775
SUN ISLAND RESORT

Qingpu County, Shanghai
TEL: 5983 0888
FAX: 5983 1865
This resort is an hour drive from Shanghai. There are many different attractions to keep a family busy
for a day or a weekend. It offers a golf course, water slides, horseback riding, bowling and many other
activities.
Traffic Park
For about RMB 1-6/10 min, kids (or parents) can drive the streets of Shanghai (e.g. Huaihai Lu) in battered but functional electric vehicles ranging from motorbikes to cars. Pedal monorail and small playground (with slide and trampoline) too.
Daily 6am -5.30pm. RMB 1, free if under 1.2m.
101 Zunyi Lu.
, 101
Tel: 6259 9446
Xiangyang Park
Bouncy things and little battery-operated cars to amuse the little troublemakers.
Daily 6am-6pm, last entry 5.30pm. Free entry.
1008 Huaihai Zhong Lu, at Xiangyang Lu.
, 1008 ,
Tel: 5404 2208
ZHONG SHAN PARK

780 Chang Ning Lu
This park has a large indoor section with laser tag, which may be of interest to your children and a paintball
range. There are also some outdoor rides.
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
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CULTURAL CLASSES
THE MANDARIN CENTER, FUDAN UNIVERSITY
TEL: 6270 7668
Semesters begin in January, July and September. Private tutors and cultural appreciation classes are
also available. Daytime courses meet Monday Thursday from 8:45 12:00. Evening courses meet
Monday and Wednesday from 6:30 9:00. Tuition for daytime courses ranges from USD1100 for the
spring semester to USD440 for the summer semester. Tuition for evening courses is USD240.
GOLF DRIVING RANGES

Lake Malaren Golf Club
No. 6655, Hutai Road (9, Lake Meilan Road) 6655 ( 9 ) 201908
www.lakemalarengolf.com , location: http://www.lakemalarengolf.com/web2/tongdao.asp
Shanghai Dongjeng Golf Club
No 87, Lane 391, Huqingping Gong Lu. (6420 6666)
DONG ZHEN GOLF COUNTRY CLUB
No. 1008 Hu Qing Ping Highway
TEL: 6420 6666
HRS: 6:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
FEES: 20 RMB for 30 balls and admission fee of 30 RMB for
non-members
Driving range with 48 driving bays. Facilities include: a restaurant, bowling alley, golf pro shop, snooker room, audio and video
center, fitness center, sauna and business center.
SHANGHAI EAST ASIA GOLF CLUB
135 Jian Guo Xi Lu
TEL: 6433 1198
HRS: Monday Saturday: 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Sunday: 1:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
FEES: Members: 15 RMB for 50 balls and 8 RMB for Golf Club Rental
Non-Members: 30 RMB for 50 balls and 20 RMB for Golf Club Rental
A 46 double tier outdoor driving range conveniently located close to the Shanghai Centre. The club also
offers golf clinics. Facilities include: a pro-shop, bar, restaurant, sauna and showers.
SHANGHAI GRASSLANDS GOLF CLUB
1386 Hu Qing Ping Highway
TEL: 6219 6054
FEES: Non-members pay 20 RMB for 50 balls and 20 RMB to rent a golf club
Individual Membership: US$12,000
Corporate Membership: US$15,000This driving range
is equipped with an auto-ball retrieval system and has over 90 driving bays. Facilities include: a pro
shop, coffeehouse, and childrens playroom.
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
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GOLF 9 HOLE COURSE

HONG QIAO GOLF & RODIN GARDEN VILLA
567 Hong Xu Lu
TEL: 6401 6666
FAX: 64063502
This course was designed by Golfplan Design of New York. The course is equipped with night lighting.
SHANGHAI GRAND CITY GOLF CLUB
16F, 669 Beijing Road(W)
TEL: 62727999
9988 Zhong Chun Road
TEL: 64790943
FEES: Monday - Saturday: Green Fee RMB250
Caddie RMB100
Night Lighting RMB30 (this is based on 18 holes)
Sundays & Holidays:
Green Fee RMB350 Caddie RMB100
Night Lighting RMB30 (this is based on 18 holes)
This 9-hole course is located a few minutes from the Hong Qiao airport and also offers 64 driving bays
and a fitness facility.
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
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GOLF CLUBS
(Qing Pu County is located about 1-1/2 hrs. from Shanghai Center)
SHANGHAI INTERNATIONAL GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB
Zhu Jia Jiao, Qing Pu County
TEL: 5924 1969
Located in the Qing Pu district, this club has many expat members, is well maintained and has good caddies.
This golf course was designed by Robert Trent-Jones, Jr. Facilities include: 18-hole par 72 golf course, a
pool, restaurant, clubhouse, tennis courts, cycling path and marina.
SHANGHAI RIVIERA GOLF RESORT
277 Yangzi Road, Nanxiang, Jiading
TEL: 5912 6888 FAX: 5912 9712
CONTACT: Tetly King, Membership Executive
FEES:
Ladies Days: Tuesday & Thursday
Fees: RMB 368, including lunch and 18 holes of golf
Weekday Fees: With VIP Card: RMB 285 (green fees, caddy fee & general fee). Without VIP Card: RMB 500
Weekend Fees: With VIP Card: RMB 385 (green fees, caddy fee & general fee). Without VIP Card: RMB 600
VIP Guest Card: RMB 5,000 (1 year)
VIP Guest Card Spouse: RMB 2,500 (1 year)
Individual Membership: US$2,500 (1 year) US$5,000 (2 year)
Spouse Charge: US$500 (1 year) US$1,000 (2 year)
This is an 18 hole, par 61 golf course. The Manager is Paul Ashman and the resident golf pro is Ian Watkins.
They offer shuttle bus service from the Shanghai Centre every day except Monday,when the course is closed.
Golf lessons for adults and children are also available. The resort includes a swimming pool, full hotel facilities, restaurants, an entertainment area and a sport shop.
SUN ISLAND GOLF CLUB
Shenxiang, Qingpu County
TEL: 5983 1863 FAX: 5983 1865
Located on an island, the club is connected to the shore by a single bridge, which leads to the entrance gate.
Facilities include an 18-hole, par 72 golf course with water hazards and sand traps. The resort also offers a
wave machine pool, horse back riding, spa, sauna, gym and a playroom for the kids. The resort is about an
hour drive from Shanghai. There is a shuttle bus from the Yangtze New World Hotel and the Convention Hotel
on weekends.
TOMSON GOLF SHANGHAI LTD.
# 1 Longdong Road, Pudong
TEL: 5855 5858
SHANGHAI LINKS GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB
1600 Lingbai Road, Pudong
Tel: 58975899
SHANGHAI GOLF CLUB
Shuangtang Village, Tanghang Town, Qingpu County
Tel: 59950111
SHANGHAI COSMOPOLITAN LADIES GOLF GROUP
Email: SCLGolf@hotmail.com
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
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HEALTH CLUBS
SHANGHAI INTERNATIONAL TENNIS CENTER
516 Hengshan Lu
TEL: 6437 8300
CITIGYM
333 Huai Hai Zhong Lu
8/F, Shui On Plaza
TEL: 5306 6868
FAX:
5306 6000
HOLIDAY INN (PUDONG)

899 Dong Fang Road
TEL: 5830 6666
FAX:
5830 5555
PORTMAN RITZ-CARLTON
Shanghai Center
7/F, 1376 Nanjing Xi Lu
TEL: 6279 8888
SHANGHAI GOLDEN RAINBOW CLUB
2109 Hong Qiao Lu
TEL: 6242 3274
SHANGHAI GRAND CLUB
568 Ju Lu Lu
TEL: 6289 4835
SHANGHAI WORLDFIELD CONVENTION HOTEL

2106 Hong Qiao Lu
TEL: 6270 3388
SHANGRI-LA KERRY CENTRE
1515 Nanjing Xi Lu
TEL: 6279 1515
SHANGRI-LA HOTEL HEALTH CLUB
33 Fu Cheng Lu, Pudong
TEL: 6882 8888, ext. 27
YANGTZE NEW WORLD HOTEL
2099 Yanan Xi Lu
TEL: 6275 0000
FAX: 6275 0750
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
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GO-KARTS PLACE
DISC KART
326 Aomen Lu, near Jiangning Lu
Tel: 62775641
SHANGHAI FUSHIDA RACING CAR CLUB
880 Zhongshan Bei Yi Lu
Tel: 65316800
SHANGHAI OLYMPIC KART CLUB
205 Yude Lu
Tel: 64686468
ZHONG SHAN PARK
780 Changning Lu
Tel: 62105805
SSC KARTING
888 Tian Yao Qiao Lu
Tel: 64265116
LOCAL MARKETS
CLOTHING MARKET
Qipu Lu or Nanjing Lu/Chongqing Lu
These indoor markets sell designer clothes from
companies such as Ralph Lauren, Nike, North Face
etc. Some are copies, some are seconds and some
are the real thing. Good place to find childrens
clothing. Weekends are extremely crowded.
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
8.13
MUSEUMS AND PLACES OF INTEREST

SHANGHAI MUSEUM
201 Renmin Da Dao (Peoples Square)
TEL: 6372 3500
HRS: 9 5 p.m. and Saturdays 9 8 p.m.
An excellent new museum, which has a superb display of porcelain, sculptures and bronzes ware. All
items are beautifully displayed and have descriptions in English. The museum gets very crowded at
weekends. If you take your Chinese green card, you can pay local prices.
Paradise Warner Cinema
6/F Grand Gateway, 1 Hongqiao Rd
1 6
Tel: 021-6407 6622
www.paradisewarner.com
UME International Cineplex
4/F No. 6 Lane 123 Xinye Rd (inside Xintiandi)
123 6 4 ()
Tel: 021-6373 3333
www.ume.com.cn
Broadband International Cineplex
6/F Shanghai Time Square 93 Huaihai Middle Rd
93 6
Tel: 021-6391 0363
www.swy99.com
SHANGHAI NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM
260 Yanan Dong Lu
TEL: 6321 3548
HRS: 8:30 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 4 p.m. Closed Mondays.
This museum has an excellent collection of ancient and modern exhibits. Interesting collection of prehistoric creatures and a nice aquarium.
FIRST NATIONAL CONGRESS OF THE COMMUNIST PARTY OF CHINA
374 Huang Pi Nan Lu
TEL: 5383 2171
SUN YAT-SENS FORMER RESIDENCE
7 Xianshan Lu
HRS: 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
This English country-style house was home to Dr. Sun Yat-sen and his wife Soong Chingling from 1918
24. It contains many of his personal belongings, books and photographs.
ZHOU EN LAI RESIDENCE
73 Sinan Lu
Located in the former office of the Shanghai communist party. Ther are many old photographs on display.
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
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TENNIS CENTRES
CHANG NING TENNIS CENTRE
173, Lane 1038, Huashan Road
Tel: 62524436
HONGKOU SPORTS CLUB TENNIS CENTRE
33, Lane 370, Chifeng Road
Tel: 65361549
JINGAN STADIUM
681 Weihai Road
Tel: 62531334
LUWAN TENNIS CENTRE
128 Zhaojiabang Road
Tel: 64679488
SHANGHAI INTERNATIONAL TENNIS CENTRE
516 Hengshan Road
Tel: 64155588
XIANXIA TENNIS CENTRE
1881 Hongqiao Road
Tel: 6262 8327
XIJIAO SPORTS CENTER
1949 Hongqiao Road
There is ladies social tennis here from 09:00-12:00 every Monday morning for all levels. There are
indoor courts as well. This center also has an indoor swimming pool, squash courts, bowling and a
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
8.15
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Care for Children
Contact: Rob Glover

Tel: 021-6288 1710
www.careforchildren.com
Friends of Hope
Contact: Michael Gotschlich

Tel: 021-6501 5100*4100
9:30-11:30 and
1:30-3:30 7 days a week
Kmdjeharvey@yahoo.com
Provides training for Chinese doctors and assistance in Chinese hospitals. This includes English conversation classes for doctors and nurses preparing to study abroad.
Operation Smile
Contact: Clara Love

Tel: 021-6433 1816
clove@poerationsmile.org
Provides reconstructive surgery and related healthcare to children and adults.
River of Hearts
Community Center Shanghai

Royal Gardens Clubhouse 476 Mingyue Road (near Jinqiao Carrefour)
476 ()
Tel: 021-5030-3313 ext. 215
Fax: 021-5030-3313
http://www.communitycenter.cn
Second Chance Animal Aid
Tel: 13817811443
www.scaashanghai.org
Roots and Shoots
Ocean Tower,15/F, 550 Yanan East Rd

550 15
Tel: 021-6352 3580
Rootsandshoots@zuelligpharma.com.cn
Contact: Tory Zwisler
A non-profit organisation looking for volunteers to assist with youth oriented environmental awareness
programmes.
Shanghai Charity Foundation
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
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80 ShanWest North Rd
80
Tel: 021-6256 0723/6258 4343
Shanghai Sunrise
18/F, Ciro's Plaza, 388 Nanjing West Rd
388 18
Tel: 136 8161 7871
www.shanghaisunrise.com
GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC CHURCH
Volunteers organize Church activities. Contact one of the priests.
2/F 361 Ju Lu Lu.
ORPHANAGES
There are several orphanages in the city and all of them need help. There are womens groups who periodically visit the children and care for them. Various groups also collect toys, blankets etc. from the
community to donate to the children.
Contact John Zhang Jing Di (he teaches English and French so his English is very good) at 6377 1298.
PROJECT HOPE
This project helps to improve medical facilities and train personnel. People are needed to teach English to
doctors and to help in the hospitals.
Contact: Helen Brock at 6279 8134 or Lilly Lee at 6384 0609
SCHOOLS
The schools welcome parents to volunteer in libraries, classrooms, and offices. Speak to your childs
teacher or the Principal.
SHANGHAI SUNRISE
This expatriate organization helps underprivileged children in Shanghai to meet educational needs.
Contact: Bonnie Guerra at 5897 2233
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
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HIRING A MAID (Aiyi)

Many expatriate families employ an ayi while they are living in Shanghai.
While you may not have enjoyed this service back home, it is certainly a great
help in Shanghai. Finding an English speaking aiyi is not always possible, but
if you are willing to work with the person, you will find even a non-English
speaking person is a great help. It is the best to find one who has previously
worked for a foreigner. The best way to find a good one is through word of
mouth. It is important to get a reference from the previous employer. It is
important to remember that many of our household appliances are not common in a Chinese home (i.e. a dishwasher) so you may need to explain how to
use them. To enjoy the benefit of an aiyi, it is very important to instruct her in
your way of doing things. Do not presume that she will know. For example, in
Chinese households dishes are washed in cold water, often without soap, and
dried with a damp towel.
Diplomatic Service Bureau
Technically diplomatic personnel are required to hire their aiyis through this
agency, however many recruit their own staff.
TEL: 6360 1355
YMCA Housekeeper College
123 Xi Zang South Road, Room 321
TEL: 6326-1040 ext. 8928
LOTUS Family Service Centre
Room 1603 Vanke Building, No. 37 Shui Cheng (S) Road, Gubei
TEL: 6270 2810
Boni Housekeeping Service Co.
Rm 201, No.3, Lane 919 Dalian Rd
Tel: 021-6501 5602/13386293516
www.boni-hk.com
Shanghai Ren Ren Housekeeping Service Co. Ltd.
HQ: Rm 605A, 370 Jinling East Rd
Tel: 021-6374 6628/6374 6627
Gubei Branch: 8A, Lane 39, Ronghua West Rd
Tel: 021-62707 2771/6270 7266
www.rrjz.com
Shanghai EJLL Home Economics Service Co., Ltd.
4E, 982 Changning Rd
Tel: 021-5108 8321 / 5273 5355/800 820 9185
www.ejll.com
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
9.1
The YMCA offers a housekeeping and baby care training program for local women who are looking for
employment in foreign households. The YMCA charges a referral fee of RMB 200 (approximately
USD24.00). A 3-month probation period is offered for all referrals.
Maids usually earn USD100-125 a month. They work 6-8 hours a day and 5 or 6 days a week. They
expect a bonus of one months salary at Chinese New Year. They also expect all major Chinese holidays,
at least 3 days holiday for Chinese New Year and possibly the holidays of the country of the employer.
BABY-SITTERS
Many people with small children employ a Baby Ayi to care for the children in addition to their housekeeper. These nannies expect to work evenings. You may also be able to hire teenagers from the foreign
community. The going rate is RMB 30 per hour.
INFANT CARE TRAINING PROGRAM

1376 Nanjing Xi Lu, Suite 568
TEL: 6279-7688
World Link periodically offers a variety of infant care training programs for you and your maid. Check
with World Link for a schedule of dates and times.
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
9.2
HOUSEWORK TERMS IN ENGLISH & CHINESE

THINGS TO DO:
Wash Dishes
(Xi wan die)
Clean Stove
(Qingjie luzao)
Wipe down all cabinets
(Chashi suoyou de
guizi)
(Chashi dianbingxiang)
Clean Refrigerator
Wipe tile in kitchen
(Chaxi chufang nei

de cizhuan)
Clean windows with spray
() (Cha chuanghu,
yong penwuqi)
Sweep floor
(Sao di)
Mop floor with cleaner & water
(Yong qingjieji he shui tuo di mian)
Wash bathtub with cleanser
(Yong qingjieji qingxi xizaopen)
Clean bathroom tile

Clean mirrors with spray
(Qingxi yushi cizhuan)

(Yong penwuqi cha jingzi)
Vacuum floors
Dust with Old English
- move items and dust under them
Clean toilets with cleanser
Clean balcony
Wipe down walls
Dust lampshades
() (Xichen (ditan))
(Yidong jiaju deng, dasao xiamian
de huichen)
() (Shua Matong (Yong qingxiji))
(Dasao yangtai)
(Cha qiangbi)
(Cha qu dengzhao shang de huichen)
Pull furniture away from wall and

dust / mop underneath-couches
- (Bankai jiaju, dasao

huoyong tuobu tuo, baokuo changshafa)
Iron clothes
(Yun yifu)
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
9.3
THINGS TO USE:
Using bleach
(Shiyong Piaobaiji)
Using dishwashing liquid
(Shiyong Xidieji)
Using disinfectant
(Shiyong Xiaoduji)
Using washing machine powder
(Shiyong Xiyifen)
Using spray multi - purpose cleaner
(Shiyong Penwuji bing chagan)
Using dishwasher powder
(Shiyong xidieji)
Using toilet cleanser
(Shiyong weishengjian qingjieji)
Using spray starch
(Shiyong Shangjiang penwuji)
Using furniture polish
(Shiyong jiaju shangguangji)
Using floor cleaning liquid
(Shiyong diban qingjieji)
Using window cleaning liquid
(Shiyong bolichuang qingjieji)
WHEN YOU WOULD LIKE IT DONE:
Daily
(Mei tian)
Weekly
(Mei zhou)
Monthly
(Mei yue)
Twice a week
(Yi zhou liang ci)
Every other day
(Mei ge liang tian)
Before lunch
(Wu fan qian)
As required
(An yao qiu)
Monday
(Xing qi yi)
Tuesday
(Xing qi er)
Wednesday
(Xing qi san)
Thursday
(Xing qi si)
Friday
(Xing qi wu)
Saturday
(Xing qi liu)
First thing in the morning
(Zaochen zuo de di yi jian shi)
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
9.4
EMERGENCY INFORMATION
SOS 24 Hour Service (Shanghai)
Ambulance
Fire
Police
Poison Control 24 Hour Services
San Francisco University
Georgetown University
Drug & Poison Information Bureau
University of Hong Kong
GENERAL INFORMATION
Directory Assistance (Limited English)
International Operator
International Directory Assistance
Time
Weather
AIRLINES
Arrivals/Departures
Flight Information
Aeroflot
Air France
Air Macau
All Nippon Airways
Asiana
Austrian Airlines
Canadian Airlines
China Eastern (PuXi)
China Eastern (Pudong)
Dragonair
Easterb Aurkubes
Japan Airlines
Korean Airlines
Lufthansa Airlines
Malaysia Airlines
Northwest Airlines/KLM Airlines
Quantas
Shanghai Airlines
Singapore Airlines
Swissair
Thai Airlines
United Airlines
Virgin Atlantic Airways
6295 0099
120
119
110
(001) 415-476-2845
(001) 202-625-3333
(0852) 2635-1111
114
106
116
117
121
6268 3659 (Hongqiao)
3848 4500 (Pudong)
6268 8918 (Hongqiao)
3848 4500 (Pudong)
6415 6700
6268 8817
6248 1110
6279 7000
6219 4000
6375 9051
6375 8899
6247 2255
5887 1858
6375 6375
6247 5953
6472 3000
6275 6000
6248 1100
6279 8607
6279 8088
6279 8660
6268 8558
6289 1000
6375 8211
6248 7766
6279 8009
6269 0340
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
10.1
BUSINESS ASSOCIATIONS
American Chamber of Commerce
6279 7119
Australian Chamber of Commerce
6248 8301
British Chamber of Commerce
6218 5022
Canadian Business Forum
6279 8400
China Austrlia Chamber of Commerce
6248 8301
Dutch Business Association Shanghai
6437 6598
French Chamber of Commerce
5306 0812
German Centre
6501 5100
Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce
5306 9533
Shanghai Singapore Business Association
6437 0511
COURIERS
TNT (777 Hang Xin Road)
8008109868
DHL (2/F Shanghai Centre)
6536 2900
Federal Express
6472 3060
Airborne Express
5899 5174
TAXI
Shanghai Da Zhong Taxi
6258 8888
Shanghai Friendship Taxi
6215 5555
6258 0000
Tourism Taxi
6464 8888
Shanghai JinJiang Automobile Service Co., Ltd.
6215 5555 (Taxi Booking)

6464 7777 (Mini Bus Booking)
TRAVEL SERVICES
Qantas Holidays
CITS (Tony Chen)
Jin Jiang City Bus Tour
Thomas Cook (Down Yang)
6375 8866
6289 2503
6289 8899, Ext. 278
6323 1053
6289 0100
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
10.2
CONSULATES
Australia
6433 4604
Austria
6474 0269
Belgium
6437 6579
Brazil
6437 0110
Canada
6279 8400
Czech Republic
6471 2420
Chile
6249 8000
Cuba
6275 3078
Denmark
6209 0500
Egypt
6433 1020
Finland
6474 0068
France
6437 7414
Germany
6433 6953
Great Britain
6279 7650
India
6275 8885
Iran
6281 4666
Israel
6209 8008
Italy
6471 6980
Japan
6433 6639
Korea
6219 6417
Mexico
6437 9585
Netherlands
6209 9076
New Zealand
6471 1108
Norway
6323 9988
Poland
6433 9288
Russia
6324 2682
Singapore
6437 0776
Sweden
6474 1311
Switzerland
6270 0519
Thailand
6323 4095
Turkey
6474 6838
USA
6433 6880
Yugoslavian
6208 1388
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
10.3
HOTELS
Cypress Hotel
6268 8868
Equatorial Hotel
6248 1688
Galaxy Hotel
6275 5888
Garden Hotel
6415 1111
Grand Hyatt
5830 3338
Hilton Hotel
6248 0000
Holiday Inn Crowne Plaza
6280 8888
Holiday Inn (Pudong)
5830 6666
Hua Ting Hotel and Towers
6439 6000
Hyland Sofitel
6351 5888
JC Mandarin
6279 1888
Jing An Guest House
6248 1888
Jing Jiang Hotel
6258 2582
Jin Jiang Tower
6415 1188
New Asia Tomson Hotel
5831 8888
Nikko Hotel
6268 9111
Ocean Hotel
6545 8888
Peace Hotel
6321 6888
Portman Ritz-Carlton
6279 8888
Regal International East Asia Hotel
6415 5588
Regal Shanghai East Asia (Stadium Hotel)
6426 6888
Shanghai International Convention Centre
5037 0000
Shangri-La Pudong
6882 8888
Westin Tai Ping Yang
6275 8888
Worldfield Convention Hotel
6270 3388
Yangtze New World Hotel
6275 0000
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
10.4
TAXI
Shanghai Da Zhong Taxi
6258 8888
Shanghai Friendship Taxi
6215 5555
6258 0000
Tourism Taxi
6464 8888
Shanghai JinJiang Automobile Service Co., Ltd.
6215 5555 (Taxi Booking)

6464 7777 (Mini Bus Booking)
TRAVEL SERVICES
Qantas Holidays
CITS (Tony Chen)
Jin Jiang City Bus Tour
Thomas Cook (Down Yang)
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Tel: (8621) 2401 1200
Fax: (8621) 5403 7430
6375 8866
6289 2503
6289 8899, Ext. 278
6323 1053
6289 0100
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CONTENTS

Leasing Your New Home

Moving In To Your New Home

Chinese Customs Dining Out

Chinese Customs Name Cards

SHOPPING & SERVICES

Vaccinations and Immunizations

Emergency Evacuation Services

Hospitals and Clinics

Hiring a Maid (Ayi)

Infant Care Training Program

Housework Terms in English & Chi-

YOUR RELOCATIONS ADVISOR

To convert Fahrenheit to Centigrade: Subtract 32,

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Seven Seas Worldwide

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Import Permit Application, with company chop

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Shanghai PAW (Pets Are Wonderful)

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CHINESE CUSTOMS DINING OUT CHINESE STYLE

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CHINESE CUSTOMS - NAME CARDS

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Additional Records & Paperwork

Lack of availability/any medication to be taken on a regular basis

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Lack of availability of woman's clothes larger than an American

Poor quality (except for babies)

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Clearly mark all items that need to be packed

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VACCINATIONS AND IMMUNIZATIONS

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Malaria and Japanese Encephalitis

EMERGENCY EVACUATION SERVICES

YOUR RELOCATIONS ADVISOR

Unit 204 Lippo Plaza

DDS Dental Care in Shanghai

Room B01~5, Peregrine Plaza

Shanghai United Family Hospital and Clinics

1139, Xian Xia Lu

World Link Medical Center

Chens Dental Clinic

DUZ Dental Clinic

Tel: 021-5458 0776/5456

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Hospitals and Clinics

Rm 601,West Tower Shanghai Center

Shanghai Racquet Club Ground Floor Clubhouse

551 Pudong Nan Lu 551

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World Link Medical Center (Jing An )

World Link Medical Center (Xin Tian Di )