Expat Essentials Information

Expat Essentials publish relocation guides for expats and their families moving to Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Hong Kong, Singapore and Ho Chi Minh City. Unlike most guides, Expat Essentials is designed specifically for families and individuals who are moving to south-east Asia to live for an extended period of time. The information in our guides is geared towards making the entire moving process easier and helps to make settling in when you arrive as stress free as possible. Our relocation guides are divided into four sections to make it easier for you to find the specific information that you’re looking for, depending on where you are in the relocation process. Preparations – Our guides include a history of the city, insights into the people and culture, and useful language tips as well. If you’re planning on bringing pets, we give you advice on how to organise this, as well as useful pre-move checklists and advice for your Look-See visit. Soft Landing – From the moment you arrive at the airport, our guides help you to make the most of your move. This includes comprehensive listings of international schools, healthcare options and where and how to find housing, as well as everything you need to know to establish your home, the best places to shop and how to get around. Living the Life – Benefit from our insider knowledge about how to enjoy life to the full in your new home city, including the best places to eat and drink, the hottest shopping and fashion districts, and all the most interesting sights and attractions. We also help you to become a real part of the community, introducing you to sporting clubs, fitness and recreation facilities and courses that you can take. Neighbourhoods – We describe in detail the most popular expatriate neighbourhoods so that you can get a feel for what they are like before you even set foot in your new city, including the types of housing you can find, and the schools and hospitals in the area.