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ShanghaiDriver

ShanghaiDriver

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French expat in China

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80

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19

About me

French

Lives in Shanghai, Shanghai Shi

Speaks English

Registration: 29 February 2016

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ShanghaiDriver replied to a thread
6 years ago
joe_leviente

Cost of Living in Shanghai - Family of 4 by joe_leviente

Hi everyone, I'm currently looking for jobs at international schools in Shanghai. I will be moving with my family, and would like an idea of our monthly expenses. We are 2 adults and 2 children (aged 3 and 6). I will be working, but my wife ...

ShanghaiDriver

It's totally true that many single folks could hardly save anything from ~30k monthly income after a few night outs in Shanghai. And I'm not talking KTVs here! While it's possible to make it, I actually sympathize with the missus who ... Read More

ShanghaiDriver replied to a thread
6 years ago
amitgoel394

Teacher Job option in Shanghai for an Indian by amitgoel394

Hello All, I am looking for some information about teaching jobs which could be applied by an Indian having no knowledge of chinese language. My friend is looking a job in shanghai. She has 10 years of experience in teaching field in Indian ...

ShanghaiDriver

Why on earth would someone with solid math qualification and 10+ years experience under his belly leave all the glory and chose a place where nobody would appreciate them. Local education system is 100% Chinese. Not an option. International ... Read More

ShanghaiDriver replied to a thread
6 years ago
CaliGirl4821

Fudan to downtown Shanghai by CaliGirl4821

Hi, I am looking at Fudan for a long term Chinese language course. Can anyone comment on their program? Also how accessible is Fudan from downtown Shanghai (people’s square)? I heard of line 10? Is it practical? How much is a monthly metro ...

ShanghaiDriver

Don't waste your time with ads online, they are mostly fakes. Book a hotel within your budget and inspect area you are interested in. You will notice local agencies with pictures and price tag , example Lianjia. Price for one bedroom apartment ... Read More

ShanghaiDriver replied to a thread
6 years ago
jessica1376

Multicultural Family by jessica1376

Hello, My name is Jessica. I am from the States. My husband and I are considering taking a teaching job at an International school in China. Our son is 14 and would attend the school. We are a white couple with a black child (adopted). I have ...

ShanghaiDriver

Shanghai has so many foreigners from different parts of the world, they don;t raise eyebrows like two decades ago when I first moved here. Main factor to be considered during the move is your neighborhood Most expat families live in what it's ... Read More

ShanghaiDriver replied to a thread
6 years ago
CaliGirl4821

Fudan to downtown Shanghai by CaliGirl4821

Hi, I am looking at Fudan for a long term Chinese language course. Can anyone comment on their program? Also how accessible is Fudan from downtown Shanghai (people’s square)? I heard of line 10? Is it practical? How much is a monthly metro ...

ShanghaiDriver

It doesn't make sense to live in people's square area (expensive and busy) and daily commute and switching lines to get the university. I'd suggest to find accommodation along line 10, many options, there is life , shops, restaurants. ... Read More

ShanghaiDriver replied to a thread
6 years ago
Mickeyevans99

Whats it like to live in Qingpu (shanghai suburbs) by Mickeyevans99

Whats the better offer? 19k RMB (a month) after tax in Qinqpu, 30 hours a week plus housing provided in Qingpu....or 16.5k a month 30 hours a week plus housing in Beijing near city center? I'm a young single male i generally prefer city living ...

ShanghaiDriver

For starters, there's no such thing called "good & cheap" in China according to western standard. You will have to go "extremely local" to same money and maybe enjoy a fun beer/cocktail after a mind-blowing 30+++ ... Read More

ShanghaiDriver replied to a thread
7 years ago
avsreddy

Is 26500 CNY is sufficient for living near Pudong with 15000 saving ? by avsreddy

I am from India. I work as a big data team lead with 7 years of experience in one of the top MNC. I got an offer of 26500 yuan/month (after taxes and allowances) in Shanghai. Company is providing the insurance for myself and kid but not for my ...

ShanghaiDriver

Let me explain a few things to you: Pudong means eastern side of the river, technically half of Shanghai. I bet you company is located somewhere in Zhangjiang High-Tech park or Zhoupu sub- district in Pudong. Transportation: It's not going to ... Read More

ShanghaiDriver replied to a thread
7 years ago
Priscilla

Cost of living 2018 in China by Priscilla

Hello everyone, As per our annual tradition, we invite you to share your experiences and tell us more about the average prices of products and services in your town/city/area, so that we have updated information regarding cost of living and ...

ShanghaiDriver

@Jofromdetroit You may consider moving to China and leave your family back home. 60K/month plus sponsored flat and insurance are great for a single person or a small family with pre-school 1-2 kids. I came across this guy who did the above, he ... Read More

ShanghaiDriver replied to a thread
7 years ago
Priscilla

Cost of living 2018 in China by Priscilla

Hello everyone, As per our annual tradition, we invite you to share your experiences and tell us more about the average prices of products and services in your town/city/area, so that we have updated information regarding cost of living and ...

ShanghaiDriver

60k RMB/month is not that much to feed 5 people the way you do back home plus some entertainment/short getaways and so on. It's probably a bad idea without allowances for housing and health insurance. Grocery: I pay 2-3x for imported diary ... Read More

ShanghaiDriver replied to a thread
7 years ago
ShanghaiDriver

Unfortunately, there is no reliable source to find apartments because of the local business etiquette and fast moving market, supply/demand and so on. The best strategy is to book two different hotel/motel etc. depends on your budget for at least ... Read More

ShanghaiDriver replied to a thread
7 years ago
RaphLecrist

Internship in Shanghai by RaphLecrist

Hi dear community ! i just arrived on ½ûÂþÌìÌà and i would like to ask you some questions for the expats in China. My name is Raphael and i am a MBA student in hospitality management in Singapore ( i am Belgian). In order to terminate my studies i ...

ShanghaiDriver

répondez bande de fils de putainswow, you still have a long way ahead of you to learn a thing or two about anger management and control your inner napoleon syndrome! For those interested to know whats the deal with internship programs; X2 in ... Read More

ShanghaiDriver replied to a thread
7 years ago
Nustun

Need some advice - where do we stand? by Nustun

Hi, I've come here for some advice. A bit of background is me and my girlfriend (27 and 29yrs) have been working as English teachers in Hulunbuir, Inner Mongolia since August 2017. After a good year or two of hunting and planning our long ...

ShanghaiDriver

it's a very sad tale. Do you have a solid chinese contract and prove your employer is breaching some clauses? if so, you should go the nearest Labour Arbitration Office in Hulunbuir or Hulunbeier and report the matter, maybe with crying red ... Read More

ShanghaiDriver replied to a thread
7 years ago
MartinFFM

Shanghai assignment for three years by MartinFFM

Hi everyone. I just got asked by my employer, to go to Shanghai for three years. (ok, never done something like that before, I only have a half-assed idea, for what I'm getting involved with and I'm literally shi.... my pants here, but ...

ShanghaiDriver

Imagine the ARD/WDR crew flew to Shanghai to shoot a local version of "Ungleichland" :lol: I'm happy to know that the negotiation with your employer is moving the right way, and that you are a true believer of the system and ... Read More

ShanghaiDriver replied to a thread
7 years ago
MartinFFM

Shanghai assignment for three years by MartinFFM

Hi everyone. I just got asked by my employer, to go to Shanghai for three years. (ok, never done something like that before, I only have a half-assed idea, for what I'm getting involved with and I'm literally shi.... my pants here, but ...

ShanghaiDriver

I'm sure you will figure out the living cost and other info during the look and see trip but I'm afraid it will be too late by then. The year on year salary increase is not significant and there's no penalty-free walking back from the 3 ... Read More

ShanghaiDriver replied to a thread
7 years ago
MartinFFM

Shanghai assignment for three years by MartinFFM

Hi everyone. I just got asked by my employer, to go to Shanghai for three years. (ok, never done something like that before, I only have a half-assed idea, for what I'm getting involved with and I'm literally shi.... my pants here, but ...

ShanghaiDriver

Keep in mind that they have asked you to live 12 hours flight away from home, not the other way around. 2 to 3x of what you are making right now plus other benefits is a good start. Also remember they want you on a 3 years fixed salary, it's ... Read More