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China delivers Western purchasing power at 30% of global living costs—high quality of life, unbeatable affordability for your expat reset.
What it's like to live in China
China, located in East Asia, is the world's most populous country and the third-largest by land area. Spanning diverse geographical regions, the nation encompasses vast landscapes ranging from the Himalayan mountain ranges in the west to the fertile...
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Healthcare
- China operates a two-tier healthcare system with mandatory public insurance for employed foreign residents, while private options offer enhanced services.
- Public hospitals are generally affordable but can have long waiting times and language barriers; private and international facilities offer higher quality and English-speaking staff at a premium.
- Expats employed in China are typically required to enroll in the Urban Employee Basic Medical Insurance (UEBMI) scheme, with enrollment streamlined via a 'Join in Card'.
China's entry requirements in 2026 combine strict advance visa requirements for most nationalities with expanded visa-free programs for select countries. US, UK, Canada, and Australian citizens generally require a tourist L visa applied for in advance through Chinese embassies, consulates, or visa centers. The process involves a valid passport (6+ months validity), application form, photo, flight itinerary, hotel bookings, and financial proof. Single-entry L visas cost ~$140-200 USD, process in 4-10 working days, and allow 30-day stays (extendable). No standard...
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Data Source: Safety, crime, and quality metrics are sourced from Numbeo, a crowd-sourced global database of reported data.
All scores are relative comparisons on a 0-100 scale, where 50 = global average. Higher scores mean better than average, lower scores mean worse than average.