Nikwestside

Aug 20, 2019 23:55

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news 6 Tips for Achieving a Work-Life Balance in China

For your sake, I sure hope you're not an English teacher. Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Aug 19, 2019 11:28

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news Foreign Teachers in China Facing More Arrests and Deportation

100 percent true. Can confirm. Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Jul 18, 2019 22:38

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news China to Issue More Long-Term Visas and Green Cards to Foreigners

Jesus Christ, what did I just read? Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Jul 14, 2019 09:49

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news Foreign Teachers in China Detained in Drugs Crackdown

How are they supposed to revoke something that isn't there to begin with? Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Jun 30, 2019 20:44

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news 5 Ways to Increase Your Chances of Being Headhunted in China

If your goal is to be "the foreigner", then sure. If you aim anywhere above that, you better up your game. Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Jun 07, 2019 21:51

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news 5 of China’s Best Bike Races for 2019

Yes, we quite like this form as well. Thank you very much for your insightful comment, lianne367 from Cuba. Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Apr 07, 2019 22:43

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news 7 Things That China Does Better Than Anywhere Else

I'm adding "Pollyanna FOB" to my personal dictionary. Thanks! Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Apr 07, 2019 22:39

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news Chinese Employers Banned From Asking Female Applicants About Family Status

Put down that signed copy of Atlas Shrugged, and go feel bad about yourself in the corner right this instance. Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Mar 03, 2019 15:35

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news How to Transfer Your Chinese Work Visa to a New Company

That's quite the comment you have there. First things first - yes, it should be noted that this guide refers to Beijing, I'll see to it that it is clearly stated in it. Obviously, you won't know the names of these documents if your visa officer/HR person is taking care of it for you. A new health check is not always ... Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Feb 27, 2019 13:58

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news How to Transfer Your Chinese Work Visa to a New Company

For the simple reason that all the Ukrainians I know are absolutely wonderful people with a great sense of humour. I had no idea anonymous commenters would find it offensive, let alone racist. Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Feb 26, 2019 22:37

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news How to Transfer Your Chinese Work Visa to a New Company

If you leave China while your work permit is in the hands of the government, you ain't getting back in again. So no, you'd better not leave China during this process. Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Feb 23, 2019 16:25

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news 6 Things that Affect Employment Prospects and Salary in China

Well, that's a burn if I ever saw one. Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Jan 22, 2019 22:21

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news 6 Ways to Get Your Money Out of China 

I'd also add Alipay in and by itself as a reasonable option, but it requires that you have a friend with a Chinese ID card that you can trust. The app can actually send money to foreign bank accounts but only allows accounts that are connected to a Chinese citizen to do it. The limit should be 10,000 RMB for every ... Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Jan 19, 2019 17:22

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news How to Make Sure Your Dream China Job Isn’t a Scam

Hi Dracon44, you're probably right. China's new regulations are not as much becoming stricter, as they are just catching up to international norms. With that out of the way, what on earth are you talking about? The PSB can't issue visas, as that falls under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Not to ... Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Jan 19, 2019 17:08

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news 4 Reasons Why Now is the Best Time to Work in China

While Degen is certainly one of the top contributors to this website, I'm not convinced this time. There's writing on the wall, and they all point towards an unfavourable development here. But as Guest14168468 already pointed out, the target audience here at eChinacities is obviously not interested in hearing jaded ... Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Dec 26, 2018 11:05

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news China’s Latest Work Visa and Resident Permit Rules

Of course not. You cannot apply for a visa when you're already inside the country you're applying for. Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Dec 16, 2018 12:20

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news How to Make a Kick-Ass Demo Lesson to Impress any Chinese School

Although you're correct, that's how it works in China whether you like it or not. Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Dec 10, 2018 09:47

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news A Guide to Working Remotely in China

Why yes, of courses there is. It's called a work visa. Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Dec 05, 2018 14:00

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news How to Make Sure Your Dream China Job Isn’t a Scam

I appreciate your comment and feedback, and you're absolutely correct about the unfavourable development for foreign workers since the new visa regulations came into play last year. I didn't mention anything regarding the process of obtaining a visa and all the documents that goes with it, as I've covered that topic ... Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Nov 26, 2018 22:48

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news How to Make a Kick-Ass Demo Lesson to Impress any Chinese School

Go away. Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Nov 26, 2018 22:46

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news How to Survive Your First Week Living in China

No advertising in the comment section, thank you. Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Nov 08, 2018 14:28

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news 4 Reasons Why Breaking a Work Contract in China isn't the End of the World

The article is correct given the author's own experience, so it's only natural that your mileage may vary. I'd say that the most frequent and blatant breaches to labor contracts are done by ESL-training centers. Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Oct 29, 2018 21:32

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news China’s Latest Work Visa and Resident Permit Rules

Hi Kristina1111, while I can't speak for Hong Kong and Macau, your legalized documents need to be stamped or approved by the Chinese embassy in your home country too, or else they won't be accepted by the PRC. If you follow the link in Step 2, you can read more about that. Even though the link is specifically for US ... Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Sep 25, 2018 22:12

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news Picking Your Battles in the Chinese Workplace

What I would give to have a chance to interview you. Full Comment>>

Nikwestside

Sep 10, 2018 17:22

Articles : Nikwestside commented on news The Hidden Advantages of Being the Only Foreigner in a Chinese Office

I could call you a bitter cynic. But that's a pretty accurate summary - if you're unlucky. Full Comment>>