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[quote=BARONTWANGLE,320038]Pickle.  Totally understand where you are coming from about being tired of the UK.  That is the reason I have been living in China for the past 3 years.  Here's a couple of things you need to think about.  If you have never been to China before, then you need to come for an extended visit before deciding to move here.  I suggest you spend a couple of weeks in all the places on your shortlist, and see which one you feel most at home in.  I started off living in Beijing and loved it.  I now live in Guangzhou, but would move back to Beijing tomorrow if I could.  It is not that I hate GZ - it is just not as suitable for me as BJ.  I wouldn't live in Shanghai if you paid me, but that is because I just don't feel comfortable there.  To me it is a souless city, similar to Singapore or Kuala Lumpur.  However, I know other people who love it.  So it is up to you to test the water with each option.

Another thing you need to be aware of is the exchange rate.  It is 30% down on what is was last December, which means if you are earning £'s, China isn't so cheap at the moment.  Sure it is still cheaper that than the UK, but some things are getting comparable in price.  If the exchange rate keeps free falling, I'll be looking to move back to the UK and earn RMB!

Regarding getting a visa to stay here permanently - forget it, it is virtually impossible.  Even if you marry a Chinese girl (or guy - well you never know these days!) then you are not entitled to stay here permanently.

RobertL - You sound like a in-bred red neck from Alabama, and I hope I never have the misfortune of meeting you.

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