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    2012-12-08The currency in China is known as the renminbi or yuan. It is not a freely convertible currency, but its value has been allowed to rise and fall within a wider range in recent years.

  • Visas, Documents and Embassies

    2012-12-08Once inside the country, a Chinese visa can be extended for an extra 30 days for up to two separate occasions by visiting the Foreign Affairs Section of the Public Security Bureau.

  • Newspapers, Magazines and TV

    2012-12-08Beijing offers a wide range of English-language magazines and newspapers, including Beijing This Month, Business Beijing, The Beijinger, City Weekend, Time Out, China Daily, Global Times and Beijing Today.

  • Communications

    2012-12-08International calls can be made directly from hotel rooms with IDD lines. Some large post offices also provide this service.

  • Banks

    2012-12-08These tutorials provide step-by-step instructions in English for people who want to use local bank services in Beijing.

  • Pets

    2012-12-08Documents for Registration and Health Checks of Pets

  • Adoption

    2012-12-08Learn about the legal process of adoption in Beijing. Find information on the legal process and download the necessary forms here.

  • Jobs

    2012-12-08Employment of foreigners in Beijing refers those who have not obtained the right of permanent residence and who work and receive remunerations for their work in accordance with law within the Chinese territory.

  • Marriage

    2012-12-08Learn about the legal process of marriage in Beijing. Find information on the legal process and download the necessary forms here.

  • Education

    2012-12-08The education system in China can be simply summarized as "four educations" and "seven levels".

  • Hospital and health

    2012-12-08Hospital and health information is provided for reference.

  • 10 tips for westerners traveling in Beijing

    2012-09-2010 simple tips make your trip to Beijing easy and joyful.

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