This fact sheet is for Canadian nationals only. Please note if you are not a Canadian passport holder you will need to check with your relevant Country Embassy.
| Topic | Information |
|---|---|
| Travel Advice | Travel advice and advisories for China |
| Embassy | Embassies and consulates | China (Government of Canada) |
| Entry Requirements | Preparations before Departure (studyinchina.edu.cn) |
| Visa Information | Visa Application (studyinchina.edu.cn) |
| Currency Conversion | Live Exchange Rate: Canadian Dollar to Chinese Yuan Renminbi |
| Cultural Insights | Hofstede Country Comparison -- China |
| Health Information | Health (studyinchina.edu.cn) |
| Solo Female Travel | China Solo Female Travel Safety Tips and Advice (solofemaletravelers.club) |
| Gay Travel Index | Gay Travel Index (gayguide.travel) |
Emergency Numbers
| Service | Phone Number |
|---|---|
| Ambulance | 120 |
| Fire | 119 |
| Police | 110 |
Country Facts
| Category | Description |
|---|---|
| Capital city | Beijing |
| Language | Mandarin Chinese |
| Currency | Chinese Yuan Renminbi |
| Phone Code | +86 |
| Internet Code | .cn |
| Time Zone | UTC+8 (various time zones) |
| Drives on | Right |
| Plug Types | Type A, Type C, Type I |
| Drinking Water | Not safe to drink |
| Dominant Religion | Buddhist 18%, Christian 5%, folk religion 22%, unaffiliated 52%, Other, including Muslim, 3% |
| Significant Dates | January 21- Feb 20 (depending on year) – Chinese New Year October 1-7 - National Day Holiday |