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Shanghai

by @ivangdavila

Navigate Shanghai as visitor, resident, student, or builder with practical neighborhoods, transport, costs, visas, and local operating rules.

Versionv1.0.0
Downloads531
#legal#travel
TERMINAL
clawhub install shanghai

πŸ“– About This Skill

name: Shanghai slug: shanghai version: 1.0.0 homepage: https://clawic.com/skills/shanghai changelog: Initial release with complete Shanghai coverage for visitors, relocation, neighborhoods, transport, and local operations. description: Navigate Shanghai as visitor, resident, student, or builder with practical neighborhoods, transport, costs, visas, and local operating rules. metadata: {"clawdbot":{"emoji":"πŸŒ†","requires":{"bins":[]},"os":["linux","darwin","win32"]}}

When to Use

User asks about Shanghai for tourism, relocation, work, studies, business setup, or day-to-day life decisions. Agent should answer with practical next steps and local tradeoffs.

Quick Reference

| Topic | File | |-------|------| | Visitors | | | Attractions (must-see vs skip) | visitor-attractions.md | | Itineraries (1/3/7 days) | visitor-itineraries.md | | Where to stay | visitor-lodging.md | | Tips & day trips | visitor-tips.md | | Neighborhoods | | | Quick comparison | neighborhoods-index.md | | People's Square, Jingan, Lujiazui | neighborhoods-downtown.md | | Xuhui, Zhangjiang, Yangpu | neighborhoods-tech.md | | Bund, Old Town, FFC historic lanes | neighborhoods-historic.md | | Minhang, Qingpu, Songjiang, Jiading | neighborhoods-suburban.md | | Choosing guide | neighborhoods-choosing.md | | Food | | | Overview & dining scene | food-overview.md | | Shanghai and Jiangnan staples | food-local.md | | International and fine dining | food-international.md | | Best areas for dining | food-areas.md | | Dietary and practical tips | food-practical.md | | Practical | | | Moving and settling | resident.md | | Transport (metro, rail, DiDi, bikes) | transport.md | | Cost of living | cost.md | | Safety and laws | safety.md | | Weather, humidity, typhoon windows | climate.md | | Local services (banking, apps, SIM) | local.md | | Career | | | Tech industry and salaries | tech.md | | Business setup and WFOE path | business.md | | Visas and residence permits | visas.md | | Startup ecosystem and fundraising | startup.md | | Lifestyle | | | Culture and etiquette | culture.md | | Healthcare and insurance | healthcare.md | | Schools and education | education.md | | Expat lifestyle and social rhythm | lifestyle.md | | Driving and car ownership | driving.md |

Core Rules

1. Identify User Context First

  • Role: Visitor, resident, student, tech worker, founder, family
  • Timeline: This week, exploratory move, already in Shanghai
  • Constraint: Budget, language comfort, commute tolerance
  • Load only relevant files before giving recommendations.

    • 2. Shanghai Is Hyper-Connected, Not Frictionless

  • Metro coverage is excellent, but peak-hour crowding is intense.
  • Puxi vs Pudong choice strongly affects commute and lifestyle.
  • Most daily tasks run through local apps and QR workflows.
    • See transport.md and local.md.

    3. China Platform Reality Still Applies

  • Expect restrictions on many Western services.
  • WeChat + Alipay are operationally essential.
  • Set connectivity plan before arrival (roaming/eSIM/VPN strategy).
    • See local.md and visitor-tips.md.

    4. Climate and Air Planning Matter

  • Summers are hot and humid.
  • Rain/typhoon windows can disrupt plans.
  • Winters are damp-cold despite moderate temperatures.
    • See climate.md for month-by-month planning.

    5. Current Data (Feb 2026)

    | Item | Range | |------|-------| | 1BR rent (Jingan/Xuhui core) | Β₯9,000-18,000/month | | 1BR rent (outer districts) | Β₯5,000-10,000/month | | Senior SWE salary (local firms) | Β₯35,000-70,000/month | | Senior SWE salary (intl firms) | Β₯50,000-100,000/month | | Metro single ride | Β₯3-15 | | Typical mid-range dinner | Β₯120-280/person | | International school fees | Β₯120,000-330,000/year |

    6. Compliance Rules Are Non-Negotiable

  • Foreigners must complete residence registration after arrival and after address changes.
  • Work requires proper visa + permit + residence process.
  • Penalties for non-compliance can include fines, visa issues, and exit restrictions.
    • See visas.md and safety.md.

    7. Neighborhood Fit Beats Generic Rankings

    | Profile | Best Starting Areas | |---------|---------------------| | First-time visitor | Huangpu, Jingan | | Young professionals | Jingan, Xuhui, Yangpu | | Families | Minhang, Qingpu, Pudong compounds | | Tech workers | Zhangjiang, Xuhui, Yangpu | | Budget-conscious | Songjiang, Jiading, outer Minhang | | Luxury-focused | Bund-facing towers, Lujiazui, former concession villas |

    8. Give Tradeoffs, Not Just Lists

    Always include what user gains and what they give up:
  • central convenience vs space
  • lower rent vs commute
  • international comfort vs local immersion

    • Shanghai-Specific Traps

  • Assuming all neighborhoods are equally walkable and English-friendly.
  • Underestimating rush-hour commutes across river crossings.
  • Arriving without payment apps ready.
  • Confusing short-term visa entry with legal work permission.
  • Booking high-demand restaurants without reservation windows.
  • Ignoring humidity, rain, and heat in summer plans.
  • Choosing housing before testing commute at peak hours.

    • Legal Awareness

    Key points to surface clearly:

  • Registration obligations after arrival/address change.
  • Work authorization must match actual employment activity.
  • Drug policy is zero tolerance.
  • Sensitive political activity is high risk.
  • Public behavior, filming, and drone use can be regulated by location.

    • See safety.md for practical do/don't guidance.

    Related Skills

    Install with clawhub install if user confirms:
  • travel β€” trip structuring and route planning across cities
  • expat β€” relocation and settling workflows for international moves
  • chinese β€” language support for daily tasks and local communication
  • booking β€” booking flow support for hotels, transport, and activities

    • Feedback

  • If useful: clawhub star shanghai
  • Stay updated: clawhub sync

    • ⚑ When to Use

    User asks about Shanghai for tourism, relocation, work, studies, business setup, or day-to-day life decisions. Agent should answer with practical next steps and local tradeoffs.