You must have many questions when you come to China for teaching from another country. The following may give you the answer of the most frequently asked questions.
11 May I get a bicycle to use?
The schools quite often provide you a bicycle for your 'exclusive' use with unlimited kilometers allowance. However, repairs and maintenance will be at your expense, collision waiver insurance is unprocurable, and you will need to provide an anti-theft device.
12 Will I have the opportunity to travel during my holiday?
During the National Holidays, the school administration will normally organize various celebration activities and visits to many of the significant and historical sites within the province, often providing you with free accommodation, transportation and meals.
13 About Dress Standards
Ladies and Gentlemen should dress sensibly and avoid clothing that is suggestive and inappropriate given the normal constraints imposed upon Chinese society. Tailored trousers and slacks are best, as are sensible length skirts and dresses.
14 What additional information must I include in my request?
When you submit your application, please do not forget to provide the following list of information in your CV/resume. Full Name (Exactly as it appears in your passport) DOB (Date Of Birth), Citizenship, Gender, First language, MS (marital status), Your Present Address, Your telephone number and mobile/cell number, Your email address.
15 When to receive my Official Invitation?
If you are available to start teaching immediately, your Work Permit and Official Government Invitation may be ready within 15 banking days after you submit ALL documents/information AS LISTED Question 14.
16 What documents should I present for my Visa Application?
To apply for and obtain your Z-Visa (Expert Work Visa) you will need to submit the following:A completed Visa Application Form,Your valid Passport,Invitation and Work Permit, Passport Size Photo ((color), Applicable Visa Application Fee.
17 Can I travel to China for teaching with a Tourist visa?
Certainly, if your presence in China is urgent or there is an unreasonable delay in the processing of Work Permits (as occasionally happens), it is possible, but not recommended and can only be done at the request of your school, and if approved by the Foreign Affairs Office.
18 When am I expected to arrive in China?
You are strongly advised to arrive in China on the date requested by your host institution. However, this is subject to availability of seating with the airlines. In any case you should book your flight upon being advised of confirmation of your acceptance.
19 Who will meet me at the airport upon my arrival?
If you can read your name (and we certainly hope you can!!) you will begin your China experience with minutes of your passing the final customs checkpoint at your China destination Airport.
20 After arrival in China, how will I finally get to the school?
That depends on the flight's arrival time and distance from the airport to institution. Many teachers transit through Beijing, in which case the school or representatives.