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Expatriate Relocation Services

Shanghai Garden's bilingual team of expatriates and local Chinese are dedicated to providing a smooth and enjoyable transition for expatriates relocating to Shanghai.

In addition to English, service is available in French, German, and Japanese.

Our comprehensive free service includes:

  • Orientation Program
  • House Hunting
  • School Search
  • Assistance Settling-In
  • Ongoing Follow-up
  • Orientation Program

  • Airport pick-up, hotel arrangements
  • Introductory orientation tour of Shanghai, including major landmarks, tourist destinations, popular retail outlets and shopping districts, restaurants, and entertainment districts
  • Guidance and advice regarding Shanghai housing options and the current residential property market
  • Neighborhood tours, including large expatriate communities
  • Assistance with basic purchases, including mobile phones and calling cards
  • Medical/dental clinic consultation
  • School and kindergarten consultation
  • Introduction to social activities, including clubs, sports, volunteer and religious groups
  • Guidance on how to use public transportation
  • Introduction to the restaurant scene, from Western cuisine to local favorites
  • Nightlife introduction and recommendations
  • House Hunting

  • Bilingual Property Consultants (expatriate and local Chinese) with extensive knowledge of residential market
  • Substantial property database
  • Contract negotiation
  • School Search

  • Information regarding both local and international schools and kindergartens, including background and necessary qualifications
  • Coordination of appointments with administration and school visits
  • Registration assistance
  • Assistance Settling-In

  • Conduct move-in procedure
  • Arrangement of maid and water service
  • Assistance in purchasing household items, such as furniture, appliances, etc. (as needed)
  • Neighborhood orientation, including practical tours of banks, supermarkets, post offices, restaurants, etc., relevant to expatriates
  • Opening bank accounts (as needed)
  • Registration with local authorities and embassies
  • Consultation on visa application process, including procurement of all necessary paperwork (as needed)
  • Rental car and driver service (upon request)
  • Ongoing Follow-up

  • Follow-up telephone call 7 days after move-in
  • Follow-up telephone call every 3 months for length of stay
  • Ongoing assistance with maintenance and technical issues at request
  • Consultation regarding asset management, accountants,and investment opportunities, as well as assistance in registering a company
  • Assistance in planning trips within China, including transportation, hotel accommodations and tour guides