SHCONTEMPORARY - SHANGHAI CONTEMPORARY ART FAIR
Travel & Accommodation
Accommodation
The cooperated travel agency will provide hotel booking service on a later stage.
Business Hours
| Banks: | 09:00 to 17:00, Monday to Saturday |
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| Business Offices: | 09:00 to 17:00, Monday to Friday |
| Post Offices: | 08:00 to 18:00, Monday to Saturday |
| Department Stores and Shops: | 10:00 to 22:00, daily, some close later |
| Museums: | 09:00 to 18:00, Monday to Friday, some open on weekends |
Currency
The Chinese currency is called the renminbi (RMB), and there are bills in denominations of 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50 and 100 yuan. Yuan are commonly referred to as Kuai. Traveller's cheques and foreign cash can be exchanged at banks and hotels throughout the city. Credit cards are accepted at various establishments such as hotels, restaurants and shops, although they may not be accepted at smaller independent businesses. ATMs are plentiful throughout Shanghai.
Customs
Before entering China, you will need to fill out a customs declaration form that will be given to you. If you are bringing in more than US$10,000 in cash, this will need to be declared. The import of live animals, fresh produce or pornographic material is strictly prohibited. Visitors may import 400 cigarettes, two litres of alcohol and a reasonable amount of perfume.
Electricity
220 V, 50Hz. Plug types can vary, but the two narrow-pin plugs are most common.
Language
Mandarin Chinese is the official language of China, but there are hundreds of dialects. English is not widely spoken, although you will find that many professionals have a grasp of English.
Passport/Visas
Everyone who visits China is required to have both a valid passport and visa. Visa applications should be made in advance, at least one month before the intended departure date. Passports must be valid for at least six months if you have a single or double entry visa, or nine months for a multiple entry visa. Your port of entry must be indicated in your passport.
