Getting a document notarized in China may seem like a complicated matter...but thankfully it isn't as bad as you think! Once you understand exactly what you need (which I'll explain), your frantic search for a notary public China may not even be necessary. In this guide to notarizing a document in China, you'll get all the information you need to get a notarization done in 24 hours or … [Read more...] about How to Notarize a Document in China 2026 | Notary Public China
Tips & Tricks for Living in China
Check out this collection of tips, tricks and expert advice for living in China from the Travel China Cheaper archives!
Online Shopping in China | 2026 Tips & Best Stores
Is it possible for a foreigner to do online shopping in China? Can I use my foreign credit card on Chinese stores or do I need to have a Chinese -bank account? It's these type of questions that expats ask all the time when it comes how to buy things online in China. Here's a simple guide to help. When I first moved to China, I remember it being a challenge to find the most simple things like … [Read more...] about Online Shopping in China | 2026 Tips & Best Stores
How to Rent an Apartment in China 2026 | Tips, Tricks, & Advice
Are you looking at renting an apartment in China in 2026? Renting a Chinese apartment is likely to be a process far different than anything you have experienced before, so my hope here is to provide some insider tips and resources to help you along the way. Whether you need help searching for a flat in China, knowing what to look for, or even how to sign a fair rental contract in China, this … [Read more...] about How to Rent an Apartment in China 2026 | Tips, Tricks, & Advice
Free Chinese Rental Contract Template | 2026 Edition
If you're looking to download a free Chinese rental contract template to use when signing a lease for an apartment in China, you've come to the right place. I'd like to share with you not only a good China rental contract template that you can download for 2026, but also a premium Chinese-English bilingual rental contract that you can use as well. The fact is that as you go around looking for … [Read more...] about Free Chinese Rental Contract Template | 2026 Edition
Best Virtual Mailbox Services for Travelers in 2026
What is the best virtual mailbox service to use in 2026? For those expats and digital nomads traveling abroad, a virtual mailbox service is a handy tool that allows you to remotely manage your physical mail back home. A few years back, I made the switch to a digital mailbox for my snail mail and I can't remember how I managed without it! It's been that valuable to me and my business. No doubt … [Read more...] about Best Virtual Mailbox Services for Travelers in 2026
Best International Moving Companies 2026 | Tips & Recommendations
So you've either decided to move internationally or back to your home country. Along with feelings of anticipation and excitement for the move, wondering what to do with your household of furniture and personal possessions is likely also weighing heavily on your mind. How does it work using an international moving company? And how do you find the best international moving … [Read more...] about Best International Moving Companies 2026 | Tips & Recommendations