A city reborn
Travel tips
Climate
Weather during November to April is the coldest, and temperatures range between 3.5°C to 13.7°C (38.3°F to 56.7°F). Weather in May, June, September and October is cool, ranging between 18.6°C to 23.5°C (65.5°F to 74.3°F). Climate in July and August starts to warm and temperatures can go up to 28°C (82.4°F).
Currency
The currency in China is Renminbi. Credit cards and US dollars are widely accepted throughout the country.
Customs
Visitors to China must fill out a customs forms and declare all electronic and luxury items upon arrival. Keep this form until your departure to avoid paying duty on goods you brought into the country. You must declare any cash exceeding US$5,000.
Electricity
Electricity is supplied at 220 volts, 50 cycles.
Time Zone
GMT + 8
Helpful Phone Numbers
Code: +86 21
Police: 110
Fire: 119
Ambulance: 120
Directory inquiries and information: 114
Time: 117
Weather Report: 12121
Mobile Phones
Network accepted in Shanghai is GSM.
Public Phones
In China, making phone calls is relatively easy if you adhere to certain procedures. The best way to place a phone call is to go to the local post office. At most places it is possible to dial directly, in other places you have to ask the operator. There are now public phone booths where you can make calls with a phone card.
Health
Visitors to China are required to fill in a health declaration form at customs.
Shopping and Business Hours
Shops are usually open from 10.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m. everyday.
Banks and Government Offices
Banks and Government offices are open from 9.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m. from Mondays to Fridays only.
Tipping
It is not a custom to tip and it is not necessary to do so.
