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Advice wanted on moving to China with a baby.

14 years ago
I'm planning to relocate to China in the near future with my fiance and 10 month old baby.

Will not being married pose problems for us when applying for visas, permits, or leasing an apartment?

How long does it take to get a work visa with assistance from the school employing me? I know I can get a tourist visa the same day at my local consulate, but work visas might be a different story.

What is the best mode of transportation for someone with a baby in a city like Beijing? Will I need to bring her car seat with me or leave it behind?

I want to teach English in an early childhood setting... anywhere from about age 2-8, but I don't have a Bachelors degree. Will this present problems as far as finding a job and being treated fairly/with respect once I arrive? I have a true passion for teaching and children as well as experience teaching the relevant age group.

Can anyone recommend a few good schools (preferably in the Beijing area, though I'm open to suggestions as far as cities go) to start my search?

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