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Your Questions Answered


Q:	What can I do if my HSK certificate is lost?
A:	The certificate cannot be reissued if the candidate loses the certificate due to personal reasons. All HSK certificates are issued by the National Commission.


Q:	Can I use my mobile phone in China?
A:	Most of the mobile phones that are supported by GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) do work throughout China.


Q:	How can expats import their personal cars to China?
A:	Please see Measures of the Customs of the People's Republic of China for Supervising the Import and Export of Articles for Personal Use of Non-residential Permanent Visitors.


Q:	Where can I find acupuncture places in Beijing?
A:	There are three specialized TCM hospitals offering acupuncture in this regard.


Q:	How can I apply for a Chinese driver's license in Shanghai?
A:	If you are over 18 and have a valid driver's license from another country then you will most likely only need to complete a written (computerized) test to obtain a 6 year Chinese driver's license.


Q:	How can I stay in China permanently?
A:	Applying for Permanent Residence in China is a way for you to live in the country on a long-term basis. In order to qualify for permanent residence status, you must fill at least one of the following criteria:

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