Shanghai City Guide
Essential addresses and contacts for foreigners. Tap to copy Chinese addresses or open in maps.
Emergency Numbers
Exit-Entry Bureau (出入境管理局)
Shanghai Exit-Entry Administration Bureau — Main Office
上海市公安局出入境管理局
Main office for visa extensions, residence permits, and all foreigner-related immigration matters. Take a queue number on arrival. Bring passport, photos (white background), application form, and supporting documents. Processing: 7–15 working days.
Jing'an District Exit-Entry Service Center
静安区出入境办证中心
Handles visa extensions and residence permits for Jing'an residents. Usually shorter queues than the main office.
Pudong New Area Exit-Entry Service Center
浦东新区出入境办证中心
Serves Pudong residents. Convenient if you live/work in Lujiazui, Jinqiao, or Zhangjiang areas.
International Hospitals
Shanghai United Family Hospital — Pudong
上海和睦家医院（浦东）
Full-service hospital. English-speaking doctors. Direct billing with Cigna, Aetna, Bupa, Allianz. Pediatrics, dental, OB/GYN.
Shanghai United Family Hospital — Puxi
上海和睦家医院（浦西）
Near Hongqiao. Walk-in and appointments. International pharmacy on-site.
Jiahui International Hospital
嘉会国际医院
Partnership with Massachusetts General Hospital. Full departments. Bilingual staff.
Parkway Health — Specialty Center
百汇医疗（专科中心）
Multiple clinics across Shanghai. GP, dental, dermatology. Direct billing with 40+ insurers.
Raffles Medical Shanghai
莱佛士医疗上海诊所
Singapore-based. GP, health screening, vaccinations. Convenient for Gubei/Hongqiao expats.
Global HealthCare
环球医疗
Established expat clinic. All doctors speak English. Good for routine visits.
Banks — Foreigner-Friendly Branches
ICBC — Bund Financial Center Branch
中国工商银行外滩金融中心支行
Experienced with foreigner accounts. Bring passport + residence permit or hotel registration slip. Account opening takes ~1 hour. English-speaking staff sometimes available.
Bank of China — Bund Branch
中国银行外滩支行
Best for international transfers and currency exchange. Bring passport, registration slip, and proof of employment/study. Their mobile app has English.
China Merchants Bank — Lujiazui Branch
招商银行陆家嘴支行
Popular with expats for their excellent mobile app (partially in English). International card-friendly ATMs. Lower fees for overseas transfers.
Mobile Carriers — Flagship Stores
China Mobile — Nanjing Road Flagship
中国移动南京路旗舰店
Largest carrier. Bring passport to buy a SIM. Plans from ¥59/month. Staff may speak basic English. Number portability available.
China Unicom — Nanjing West Road Store
中国联通南京西路营业厅
Best international roaming options. 'B Abroad' plan recommended for foreigners (~¥128/month for 30GB). Some English-speaking staff.
China Telecom — Lujiazui Flagship
中国电信陆家嘴旗舰店
Good 5G coverage. Competitive data plans. Bring passport for SIM purchase.
Embassies & Consulates
U.S. Consulate General Shanghai
美国驻上海总领事馆
American Citizen Services for passport renewal, notarials, and emergency assistance. Book appointments online at ustraveldocs.com.
British Consulate General Shanghai
英国驻上海总领事馆
Consular services, passport applications, and emergency support for British nationals.
French Consulate General Shanghai
法国驻上海总领事馆
Visa services, passport renewal, and citizen registration. Appointment required.
German Consulate General Shanghai
德国驻上海总领事馆
Passport services, legal assistance, and registration for German nationals.
Consulate General of Japan in Shanghai
日本国驻上海总领事馆
Japanese citizen services, visa inquiries, and notarial services.
Korean Consulate General Shanghai
韩国驻上海总领事馆
Passport and consular services for Korean nationals.
Australian Consulate General Shanghai
澳大利亚驻上海总领事馆
Passport, notarial, and emergency consular assistance for Australian citizens.
Last updated: March 2026 · Addresses verified against official sources. Hours may vary on public holidays — call ahead to confirm.