News and Policies
Shanghai sees record-high expat accommodation registrations in 2025
The number of temporary accommodation registrations of foreign nationals in Shanghai hit a record high of 7.139 million in 2025, representing a year-on-year increase of 49.6 percent, the Exit-Entry Administration Corps of the Shanghai Municipal Public Security Bureau said Thursday.
Services
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Bilingual e-brochure for foreign services
Everything that expats in the city need to know. Things like exit entries, career development, healthcare and amenities – and a whole bunch of other invaluable stuff – are all included.
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International schools
Shanghai Hongqiao CBD has many schools for foreign children such as Shanghai American School, Singapore International School, and French School to provide high-quality international education for foreign children.
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Visas
Visa applicants can obtain work and residence permits by making a single visit to Shanghai Pudong International Talent Hub in Zhangjiang Hi-Tech Park, Pudong New Area.
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Metro map
The best way to tour around the city
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Transportation Cards
Shanghai Public Transportation Card is widely used for making payments on local buses, taxis, Metro lines and docks.
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Emergency
To prepare for a rainy day
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Exhibition service
Best places for conferences and exhibitions
