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A NEW CHAPTER, WITH LOCAL SUPPORT
Study, work and
build your future
in China.
From choosing a university to finding your feet in a new city, we’ll help you feel confident at every step.
CAPITALBeijing
LANGUAGEMandarin Chinese
CURRENCYRenminbi (CNY)
TIME ZONEUTC+8
WHY CHINA?
A world of possibility.
A person in your corner.
China offers a rich mix of leading education, new business opportunities and everyday discoveries. Our local team helps you approach it with a plan.
A smoother arrival
Get help with practical decisions, local services and settling into daily life.
A culture that rewards curiosity
Build understanding and relationships with guidance from people who know both worlds.
Local business perspective
Make sense of the market and find trusted local partners before taking the next step.
HOW WE HELP IN CHINA
Everything you need,
in one place.
Pick the support you need now. Most clients combine two or three services as their plans take shape.
01
University applications
Shortlists, applications and scholarships for Chinese universities, including the Chinese Government Scholarship.
See what’s included02
Personal guidance
Housing, a SIM card, a bank account and the apps that make daily life in China work.
See what’s included03
Translation services
Certified Chinese translations of diplomas, transcripts and contracts.
See what’s included04
Legal services
Guidance on X1 study visas, work permits and residence permits, with licensed lawyers when needed.
See what’s included05
Business support
Market research, supplier visits and introductions in China’s major business hubs.
See what’s included06
Brand & advertising
Localised campaigns for WeChat, Douyin and Xiaohongshu.
See what’s includedWHERE PEOPLE GO
Four cities,
four different Chinas.
Beijing
Home to Tsinghua and Peking University, government institutions and centuries of history.
Shanghai
China’s most international city, with Fudan, Jiao Tong and a large expat community.
Hangzhou
A lakeside tech hub and home to Zhejiang University, with a calmer pace than the megacities.
Shenzhen
A young, fast-moving city at the centre of electronics, hardware and start-ups.
STUDYING IN CHINA, STEP BY STEP
From first idea
to first day on campus.
- 01
Choose your program
Shortlist universities and check language requirements, intakes and scholarships.
- 02
Apply
Submit your application with transcripts, recommendations and certified translations.
- 03
Receive your admission documents
Your university sends an admission letter and a JW201 or JW202 form for your visa.
- 04
Get your X1 student visa
Apply at the Chinese embassy or visa centre in your country with your admission documents.
- 05
Arrive and register
Register your address after arrival and apply for a residence permit within 30 days.
Requirements depend on your nationality and program. We confirm the current rules for your situation.
GOOD TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
The practical
details.
Mobile payments
Alipay and WeChat Pay are used almost everywhere, and both can now be linked to many foreign bank cards.
Apps and internet
Many familiar apps and websites work differently or not at all. Set up local alternatives before you arrive.
SIM card
Mobile numbers are registered with your passport. A local number makes banking and deliveries much easier.
Health insurance
International students need valid health insurance, and many universities require their own plan.
UNIVERSITIES IN CHINA
Where you could
be studying.
ChinaFull guide
Tsinghua University
清华大学
- WHERE PEOPLE GO
- Beijing
- Founded
- 1911
China
Peking University
北京大学
- WHERE PEOPLE GO
- Beijing
- Founded
- 1898
China
Fudan University
复旦大学
- WHERE PEOPLE GO
- Shanghai
- Founded
- 1905
China
Shanghai Jiao Tong University
上海交通大学
- WHERE PEOPLE GO
- Shanghai
- Founded
- 1896
China
Zhejiang University
浙江大学
- WHERE PEOPLE GO
- Hangzhou
- Founded
- 1897
CHINA GUIDES
Read before you go
Do I need to speak Chinese to study in China?
Not necessarily. Many universities offer English-taught programs, especially at master’s level. Basic Mandarin still makes daily life much easier.
Are there scholarships for international students?
Yes. Options include the Chinese Government Scholarship, provincial scholarships and university awards. Deadlines are often months before the intake.
Can I work while studying?
Part-time work and internships are possible only with permission from your university and the immigration authorities. We can explain the current rules.
How long does the visa process take?
Once you have your admission documents, the visa itself usually takes about a week, but the whole journey from application to visa can take several months.
A GOOD PLACE TO START
Start with a question.
Leave with a plan.
Tell us what you hope to study, build or experience in China. We’ll help map out a next step that makes sense for you.
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