Why are westerners retiring to China when they have not contributed to China in anyway ? If you spent your life contributing to the US war state don't come to China and expect to be accepted with open arms especially when the country you gave your taxes to wants to attack China and destroy what china has built . Those who are actual friends of China , that fine your welcome , those who just want an easy life in their retirement after they consistently supported the US warmongers in their suppression of China , please stay where you are ....
I live in the U S A, and I paid off my home. However, you still have to pay property tax, and home owner's insurance. These two things cost me about $860/month, and this is without a mortgage. Imagine someone who bought a home for about $550,000, and put 20% down. They would have to have $110,000 to make the down payment for that home, and they will have to pay a mortgage fee of $3,396/month + $833/month. They would have to pay $4,229/month, and that isn't counting the maintenance fees for the home, like landscaping, replacing the air conditioning unit, replacing the roof, repainting the house, plumbing issues, water heater replacement, etc. In the West, you are working to keep a regular house over your head. Most of your wages goes into your home, so how can you enjoy life?????
That's why west love democracy cause western also love paying property taxes to "own" their property. Unlike Chinese who doesn't pay property tax on their residenal property cause chinese doesn't "own" their home. /s
Before retirement, my property tax was $3,000 per annum. Now I am retired with fixed income, my property tax is now $12,000. Except for normal maintenance, my house is the same as when I bought it. They just keep increasing the valuation of my property every year. The kicker is that if I sell my house, I would not have the same buying power as when my house was worth the $3,000 property tax.
The life as a pensioner in Indonesia is NOT as cheap as China. The food in Indonesia is as cheap as China,but, the health insurance & the health care is way more expensive than in China. The public transportation is almost non-existent,not regulated= not safe as in China. Recently ,a few weeks ago China built tje 1st, higj speed train in Indonesia,betwern Jakarta》《 Bandung only, other public transportation are at a speed of max 100km/h, ..the infrastructure of Indonesia can not be compared to China..
@@qake2021Seems like an illiterate person. Let me write your comment on behalf of u. This person basically said that he/she is a bit crazy, clownlike, likes to eat banana since he/she is a monkey(or descendant of a monkey?). Basically a troll asking for food because CIA didn't pay him/her😂.
Couldn't agree more with you 😊 Chinese transportation is really the best on earth! Their metros are so clean and affordable in getting around towns. Can't wait going back 😁
foreigners will make china usa - one usa is one too many all foreigners long time or born get the f___ out asap u don't want to be blacks there n china don't want to be usa u have u r countries - let the chinese have theirs all non chinese out leave go - no shame - so evil
@@davidmager2827 I will give you 5% for being a mass-media victim but I am 95% sure you are one of the tens of thousands of persons who get paid by some of the big western anti-china funds....
@@davidmager2827Chinese penitentiary system is actually rehabilitating because their social system values bringing honor to their family. If one is imprisoned for a crime they and their family feel an enormous shame, they actually try to do better once they come out. That’s why there’re not a lot of crimes in China.
My wife and I are from Canada we bought a house in the greater Bay area of China and we're going there next year to finish it and they're going to be retiring there in a few years so awesome video keep it up🎉🎉
you'll become black/african of usa - don't go china is chinese's u have u r country china is not u r country - don't be evil - no one wants u don't go colonize n occupy china china is not usa china is a true country by dna blood not fake country global village like usa by paper ink
Many Hongkongers are retiring in the Great Bay Area, least than 2 hours traveling time from HK. Good place to retired with the money saved from working in Hing Kong.
You go to the squares in China in the evenings dance for free and you probably don't even need cholesterol pills. Life is very active in China. People don't sit on the couches in the evening drinking coke and eating potato chips or other unhealthy foods, your chance of taking the pills is much smaller.
Correct. sometimes I doubt there's collusion between the U.S. food industries and Pharmaceutical giants, the former make people unhealthy and the latter sell pills to the people, this is trillion dollar business. 💀
Actually, Cuba should open to Canadian retirees who can bring in money and expertise to help the country and the Cuban people. Cuba is a safe country with relatively decent people who are unlike the other countries in Caribbeans and Latin America which are mostly very dangerous. There's a lot of things for Canadian retirees to do in Cuba, its cost of living is very cheap, much cheaper than China. A lot of business and development opportunities in Cuba. Yes, despite Cuba is a communist/socialist state, it allows private business ownerships. Cuba government should consider accepting Canadian retirees because Canada and Cuba have a good long relationship despite USA's sanction on Cuba.
Sounds like Cuba politically is just like China. China ccp is "socialism with Chinese characteristics" while citizens practice full capitalism (d0g eat d0g world). If Cuba uses BRICS+ financial system for international money transfers, then yankee sanctions will be worth toilet paper and Cuba will have full abilities to develop like China
@@alan2102X If you have anything to contribute to aid Cuba and can demonstrate your political dependability, you may be able to work it out with the Cuban government. Because Canada has a long history of excellent relations with the Cuban government and has benefited Cuba greatly in the past, I suggest the Cuban government should consider allowing Canadian people to live in the country as long-term retiree residents. The government of Cuba provides limited selections of basic grocery food items at very low costs. A foreign retiree can live comfortably on a few Canadian dollars per day for staples like rice, beans, veggies, cheese, and some meats. For examples, half a kilogram of rice or beans costs roughly 50 Canadian cents; 1/2 kilo of cheese is $2; a whole chicken is $5; 1/2 kilo of mackerel fish is $1 and one kilo of bananas 25 cents. Government restaurants feature a small selection of menu items, but the foods are reasonable and low priced. As an example, a meal that includes soup, rice, beans, and pork costs approximately Canadian $2; a half-chicken supper with rice costs $3; a 9-inch pizza with tomato and cheese 50 cents. Although high quality government restaurants are rare in Cuba, there are some high-quality restaurants that are comparable to those in Canada or USA; you can enjoy a complete multi-course dinner in a clean professional full-service setting for less than $5. No tax and no tips required. Overall, if you prefer a simple, uncomplicated lifestyle without a focus on materialism or culinary options but dislike third-world filthiness and high crime rates, you might want to consider moving to Cuba. It has a low crime rate; the Cuban population is wholesome and civilized rather than highly sophisticated or violent. Cuba offers many economic prospects if you have money and connections with the government, and setting up a business there is easy if you can speak Spanish. I have traveled to roughly 30 nations across several continents, and I believe Cuba to be the best "poor third world" nation in the entire globe. Cuba is unquestionably where I would live in retirement if I could pick between that country and China. Cuba is more tranquil and has lower living costs than China, which is too commercialized and hectic with materialism and modernization. If this is something that interests you, contact the Cuban embassy or consulate, or the Cuban government directly. Take a trip to Cuba first; you won't be disappointed. Havana is the largest and busiest city, but I prefer to live in a small town in the countryside or near the coast. In terms of tourism and living, Cuba is the most misunderstood and underrated country. I hope the Cuban government will open its doors to Canadian retirees, particularly those with enough money to start a business there. When compared to other poor countries, Cuba's socialist government is actually rather good, if not excellent. I'm here talking a lot about Cuba because I think it's a terrific country for retirees on a tight budget who enjoy a simple, non-materialistic natural lifestyle.
For luxury side to experience in China 5 star Hotel , the same luxury brand hotel W hotel , st Regis, Ritz Carlton etc much cheaper than HK and other western countries
I certainly agree with you about China raising good people. I've been in China almost as long as you have (came here 20 years ago), and one of the first things I loved about China and the Chinese was how entrepreneurial and hard-working they are. Governments have changed and will change, but the fact that the people will work as hard as anyone on this planet for a better life for themselves and their family hasn't. And I, much like yourself, was so very lucky to marry an absolutely fantastic Chinese woman, from whom I have learned so much (I thought I knew it all growing up in the west, oh how wrong was I), and who is not only incredibly beautiful, but more importantly the best mother to our kids I could have ever imagined anyone could be. Always looking for improvement and better ways to do things, better people to learn from, you name it.
yes mate i just spent 2 months in shenzhen i was blown away by the supermarkets and the fresh produce we get shafted here in australia i could get dinner for 6 to 10 rmb!! im also thinking of retiring there the only problem i had was paying for things everyone uses wechat or alipay, as a tourist i couldnt get a phone sim card, i tried a few ATMs to withdraw cash some wouldnt work i had to find a hsbc atm which was 45 mins away other than that its an amazing place!
I’m a Chinese Canadian and I concur that getting a travel Chinese sim card is a hassle, but it’s very possible. Most mobile phone stores got a back office or on the 2nd floor where they can provide you with a sim card, just bring your passport.
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Food prices in China are very cheap. In fact, China is the largest food importer in the world. However, imported food has not significantly affected the domestic market, because the amount of food produced in China is even larger. In other words, if your income is not high, you can choose only local food, and you still have a wealth of options. If you are rich, you can taste imported food as you like.
Wow! $3.000 to $4.000 retirement pension in Canada? I just checked on the site and the new Canadian retirement pension is $772.71 per month if you retire at age of 65 for the year of 2023. Your property tax will take at least half of your pension + an average utilities $450...your pension cheque goes right back to the government hands. The homeless in Canada, will be out of control soon and 1.000's are dying on the street every month.
Planning to retire to Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia or Philippines. Thailand and Vietnam in top of the list. Philippines easiest due to visa and the fact most ppl speak English. But I’ve plans to try to learn the language of my chosen retirement country. China would be at the top, but the language seem way too difficult, especially written. I think Chinese women are one of the most beutiful in Southeast Asia - Vietnamese very beautiful too- a bit Chinese looking. Well, just my taste. Great vid! 🙂
Retire in US is the best. Go to the street and live in the tent. Don't need to worry about paying rent. Don't even know the time you don't have to mind.
true, life in U$A is like an adventure in the wild wild west, so much fun, you never know when you'd be shot or knifed....it certainly keeps you awake or numb.
Me and the wife are considering retiring back to China in the next few years. The choice is either Shenyang or Hainan, as family have property in both.
In Nanning now with my wife. I'm a US citizen retired with a 10 yr old daughter, would love to retire here, but my daughter's schooling is the problem. International schools are so expensive...what to do??
China is quite fascinating. I could live in China part time as I know enough people who live in Guangdong near Hong Kong. But, my friends work during the week so there are limits on having fun. Eating out is always fun, something that is quite expensive in the States but quite manageable in China. Oh well, maybe things will change.
I am a 62 year old Canadian. Divorced and looking for a new place to try and live for a while (I have travelled lots). I speak zero Chinese (although i would be willing to learn). Do you have any suggestions as to a place (or places) to try in China? I would prefer not Canadian style winters. Thanks
What are you talking about? There's plenty of adventure in US! Dodge bullets, sidewalk feces and piss, avoiding eye contact with the local homeless crazies is plenty adventurous! /s
Probably he feel safe 24/7 in China. And with a beer on his hand relaxing. Less stress. In the West he probably has to turn his head 180 degree every now and then looking out for crazy men roaming the streets with guns. This create more stress and will look older.
Hi Gweilo 60 Can you kindly tell me is it better to rent monthly when retire in China? OR is it better to buy a property to retire in China? Finally Can a visitor living in London UK to open a Chinese bank to put money there so when I visit every year can withdraw the money out to spend. Thanks in advance.
Retiring in China for foreigners is very challenging for those who don't have Chinese spouses or have significant family ties in China. I highly recommend foreigners to explore other Asian countries instead like Thailand.
we dont have any proper scheme for "retirement visitors"... medical care alone is a big consideration for policy makers... and i dont think any other major economies would offer such services, apart from getting tourist visa.
It is demoralising to rent. Most people wants to own their home/condo. Due to the high cost of living most people can't afford to purchase a home. Look up a single room condo in the major city in Can. It will shock you on the price. Insane. Justine Trudeau recently announced more affordable housing will be build. However it is mostly rental apartments. Woooo who doesn't want that.....🤔
I can see westerners or anybody in the world flocking into China and make a living there due to cheap expenses as the living cost of the west increases. This seems natural. This will drive up China consumers spending and help its economy. And help offset Chinese declining population.
The Chinese People work hard & produce goods that they need & want , the world demands % wants what they produce , so what goes around comes around in a value added society ! ❤
She says reitrement facilities are very nice. The staffs are professional. Her major reason for wanting to retire in China is language barrier as she has limited English ability. Cost comes second.
After listening to your video on retirement life which is so exciting that we need a school to teach retired people how to enjoy life with minimum expenditure and with lots of fun getting to meet new friends. Not many know how to plan their budget for a happy and enjoyable retirement .
How does one retire in China anyway? I know you need a Chinese name to buy property but how is this done? Any tips and pointers would be greatly appreciated 👍
@@whatsyourname9289Both Hong Kong and Taiwan is a shit whole. Taiwanese engineers are coming to Shenzhen as the mainland companies pays them more than the Taiwanese one. Also Taiwan and Hong kong is more expensive than the mainland. Hong Kong is the most expensive Asian city. Also Hong Kong is nothing but a small Island boring where only the rich(you need to be a multi millionaire yo even buy a proper 2/3 bedroom apartment)can afford a proper home and have fun. If u don't like China or being skeptical about retiring their, Malaysia is a good option. According to many news articles, Malaysia is the best place for retirement. Thailand is also good.
Draw back to retiring in China is they don't have a retirement visa so you can't stay long. Fortunately my wife is Chinese and I can get a spousal visa.
Gweilo 60 I am buying a Condo in Nanning and have not seen it my stepson is taking care of it for me. With making house and condo payments have not been back to Nanning. Hope to be back in 2024. I will be happy to buy you a beer then. Hope to see you then. Kim 😃
Polite on the outside, and then bad mouth you behind your back. Clearly, you haven't spent any significant time in Japan, and has only been fetishizing for years.
The other side of their dual personality. Politeness as demanded in public ambience but they have the other darker personality that is hidden away. That is very superficial. Whilst generally the Chinese are less polite as they prefer to be true to their feelings. At least you would know where you'd stand with them.
Very true. Plus plus Asian countries value the wisdom of the wise old wo(man). Elders are RESPECTED. Not going to be assaulted on the street. Nightlife is so safe. China does not tolerate unlawfulness. Social credit keeps everyone in check.
2:30 😂😂😂 I get enough pension in Canada to aford steak every day,retired early too. Dont even spend all of my pension.get other Gov perks hst refund,carbon credits,ontario homeowners benefits,I call it all bribery so you vote for them again 😊
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I plan to spend 50% of my time in China when i retire. Peace everyone 😊
maybe a smaller city.
@@ralphwiggum250N live in a smaller city in China?
@@ralphwiggum250Nfind a third tier city that has good weather, for example some cities in Guizhou province , Yunnan province
Why are westerners retiring to China when they have not contributed to China in anyway ? If you spent your life contributing to the US war state don't come to China and expect to be accepted with open arms especially when the country you gave your taxes to wants to attack China and destroy what china has built . Those who are actual friends of China , that fine your welcome , those who just want an easy life in their retirement after they consistently supported the US warmongers in their suppression of China , please stay where you are ....
@@primarytrend7915 And enjoy BK burgers with the King of Burgers and family 😀
I live in the U S A, and I paid off my home. However, you still have to pay property tax, and home owner's insurance. These two things cost me about $860/month, and this is without a mortgage. Imagine someone who bought a home for about $550,000, and put 20% down. They would have to have $110,000 to make the down payment for that home, and they will have to pay a mortgage fee of $3,396/month + $833/month. They would have to pay $4,229/month, and that isn't counting the maintenance fees for the home, like landscaping, replacing the air conditioning unit, replacing the roof, repainting the house, plumbing issues, water heater replacement, etc.
In the West, you are working to keep a regular house over your head. Most of your wages goes into your home, so how can you enjoy life?????
Yup and honestly if you live in a big city most houses are way more then 550k..
@@joek7031 The average 3 bedroom 2 bath home is about $550k. In some states, like where I live(California), the average home costs $750k.
That's why west love democracy cause western also love paying property taxes to "own" their property. Unlike Chinese who doesn't pay property tax on their residenal property cause chinese doesn't "own" their home.
/s
Before retirement, my property tax was $3,000 per annum. Now I am retired with fixed income, my property tax is now $12,000. Except for normal maintenance, my house is the same as when I bought it. They just keep increasing the valuation of my property every year. The kicker is that if I sell my house, I would not have the same buying power as when my house was worth the $3,000 property tax.
@@wroughtforge7547 F property tax... we don't really own property in the US, if we have to pay rent on it every year.
The life as a pensioner in Indonesia is NOT as cheap as China. The food in Indonesia is as cheap as China,but, the health insurance & the health care is way more expensive than in China. The public transportation is almost non-existent,not regulated= not safe as in China. Recently ,a few weeks ago China built tje 1st, higj speed train in Indonesia,betwern Jakarta》《 Bandung only, other public transportation are at a speed of max 100km/h, ..the infrastructure of Indonesia can not be compared to China..
Give Indonesian government time, i think they really working on it for those tourism income & jobs for locals
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I can certify everything you said in this video as true.
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go and see the fact, the wisdom of life Peace
Does that mean Kurt has other Western nonce friends in China, Leon, Anthony, Gary, Ronnie & Dave? Are they registered on the sex offenders list too?
@@qake2021Seems like an illiterate person. Let me write your comment on behalf of u. This person basically said that he/she is a bit crazy, clownlike, likes to eat banana since he/she is a monkey(or descendant of a monkey?). Basically a troll asking for food because CIA didn't pay him/her😂.
Couldn't agree more with you 😊 Chinese transportation is really the best on earth! Their metros are so clean and affordable in getting around towns. Can't wait going back 😁
foreigners will make china usa - one usa is one too many
all foreigners long time or born get the f___ out asap
u don't want to be blacks there n china don't want to be usa
u have u r countries - let the chinese have theirs
all non chinese out leave go - no shame - so evil
China is the safest place on the planet - for any religion ,race or color
Tell that to those in jail and relatives of missing forced organ donors
@@davidmager2827 I will give you 5% for being a mass-media victim but I am 95% sure you are one of the tens of thousands of persons who get paid by some of the big western anti-china funds....
@@davidmager2827 ha ha american zombies with their imagination
@@davidmager2827really, rehashing that old shit?
@@davidmager2827Chinese penitentiary system is actually rehabilitating because their social system values bringing honor to their family. If one is imprisoned for a crime they and their family feel an enormous shame, they actually try to do better once they come out. That’s why there’re not a lot of crimes in China.
My wife and I are from Canada we bought a house in the greater Bay area of China and we're going there next year to finish it and they're going to be retiring there in a few years so awesome video keep it up🎉🎉
Lucky you🎉🎉
you'll become black/african of usa - don't go
china is chinese's
u have u r country china is not u r country - don't be evil - no one wants u
don't go colonize n occupy china
china is not usa
china is a true country by dna blood not fake country global village like
usa by paper ink
in the west monopolies monopolize markets and prices, hence people suffer.
Many Hongkongers are retiring in the Great Bay Area, least than 2 hours traveling time from HK. Good place to retired with the money saved from working in Hing Kong.
That's what I heard. You guys are lucky that you have a mainland travel permit, not so lucky for us Canadians.
Why does Kurt burn bridges in the West?
Smart. Make money in hk and spend it in cheaper mainland
I am not retired, but I plan on visiting China yearly and more when I retire.
You go to the squares in China in the evenings dance for free and you probably don't even need cholesterol pills. Life is very active in China. People don't sit on the couches in the evening drinking coke and eating potato chips or other unhealthy foods, your chance of taking the pills is much smaller.
Correct.
sometimes I doubt there's collusion between the U.S. food industries and Pharmaceutical giants, the former make people unhealthy and the latter sell pills to the people, this is trillion dollar business. 💀
Scenery is nice and clean .I travel there before .I want to visit again
America's just one big retirement home. Plain parks, bars and terrible slow service.
Now Hong Kong people can retire in China, especially around Big Bay Area! It is more affordable and more places to go.
香港人原来在哪国退休？在美国吗？
Many HKongers who "flee" to UK for freedom and democracy are now realizing the grass is not greener.
Actually, Cuba should open to Canadian retirees who can bring in money and expertise to help the country and the Cuban people. Cuba is a safe country with relatively decent people who are unlike the other countries in Caribbeans and Latin America which are mostly very dangerous. There's a lot of things for Canadian retirees to do in Cuba, its cost of living is very cheap, much cheaper than China. A lot of business and development opportunities in Cuba. Yes, despite Cuba is a communist/socialist state, it allows private business ownerships. Cuba government should consider accepting Canadian retirees because Canada and Cuba have a good long relationship despite USA's sanction on Cuba.
Sounds like Cuba politically is just like China. China ccp is "socialism with Chinese characteristics" while citizens practice full capitalism (d0g eat d0g world). If Cuba uses BRICS+ financial system for international money transfers, then yankee sanctions will be worth toilet paper and Cuba will have full abilities to develop like China
Very hard to get residency in Cuba.
I thought they had a retirement visa?
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If you have anything to contribute to aid Cuba and can demonstrate your political dependability, you may be able to work it out with the Cuban government. Because Canada has a long history of excellent relations with the Cuban government and has benefited Cuba greatly in the past, I suggest the Cuban government should consider allowing Canadian people to live in the country as long-term retiree residents.
The government of Cuba provides limited selections of basic grocery food items at very low costs. A foreign retiree can live comfortably on a few Canadian dollars per day for staples like rice, beans, veggies, cheese, and some meats. For examples, half a kilogram of rice or beans costs roughly 50 Canadian cents; 1/2 kilo of cheese is $2; a whole chicken is $5; 1/2 kilo of mackerel fish is $1 and one kilo of bananas 25 cents.
Government restaurants feature a small selection of menu items, but the foods are reasonable and low priced. As an example, a meal that includes soup, rice, beans, and pork costs approximately Canadian $2; a half-chicken supper with rice costs $3; a 9-inch pizza with tomato and cheese 50 cents.
Although high quality government restaurants are rare in Cuba, there are some high-quality restaurants that are comparable to those in Canada or USA; you can enjoy a complete multi-course dinner in a clean professional full-service setting for less than $5. No tax and no tips required.
Overall, if you prefer a simple, uncomplicated lifestyle without a focus on materialism or culinary options but dislike third-world filthiness and high crime rates, you might want to consider moving to Cuba. It has a low crime rate; the Cuban population is wholesome and civilized rather than highly sophisticated or violent.
Cuba offers many economic prospects if you have money and connections with the government, and setting up a business there is easy if you can speak Spanish.
I have traveled to roughly 30 nations across several continents, and I believe Cuba to be the best "poor third world" nation in the entire globe. Cuba is unquestionably where I would live in retirement if I could pick between that country and China. Cuba is more tranquil and has lower living costs than China, which is too commercialized and hectic with materialism and modernization.
If this is something that interests you, contact the Cuban embassy or consulate, or the Cuban government directly. Take a trip to Cuba first; you won't be disappointed. Havana is the largest and busiest city, but I prefer to live in a small town in the countryside or near the coast. In terms of tourism and living, Cuba is the most misunderstood and underrated country.
I hope the Cuban government will open its doors to Canadian retirees, particularly those with enough money to start a business there. When compared to other poor countries, Cuba's socialist government is actually rather good, if not excellent.
I'm here talking a lot about Cuba because I think it's a terrific country for retirees on a tight budget who enjoy a simple, non-materialistic natural lifestyle.
The food in Cuba is not as good as it is in China!
For luxury side to experience in China 5 star Hotel , the same luxury brand hotel W hotel , st Regis, Ritz Carlton etc much cheaper than HK and other western countries
I certainly agree with you about China raising good people. I've been in China almost as long as you have (came here 20 years ago), and one of the first things I loved about China and the Chinese was how entrepreneurial and hard-working they are. Governments have changed and will change, but the fact that the people will work as hard as anyone on this planet for a better life for themselves and their family hasn't. And I, much like yourself, was so very lucky to marry an absolutely fantastic Chinese woman, from whom I have learned so much (I thought I knew it all growing up in the west, oh how wrong was I), and who is not only incredibly beautiful, but more importantly the best mother to our kids I could have ever imagined anyone could be. Always looking for improvement and better ways to do things, better people to learn from, you name it.
yes mate i just spent 2 months in shenzhen i was blown away by the supermarkets and the fresh produce we get shafted here in australia i could get dinner for 6 to 10 rmb!! im also thinking of retiring there the only problem i had was paying for things everyone uses wechat or alipay, as a tourist i couldnt get a phone sim card, i tried a few ATMs to withdraw cash some wouldnt work i had to find a hsbc atm which was 45 mins away other than that its an amazing place!
I’m a Chinese Canadian and I concur that getting a travel Chinese sim card is a hassle, but it’s very possible. Most mobile phone stores got a back office or on the 2nd floor where they can provide you with a sim card, just bring your passport.
There apps that can talk to alipay to pay with your foreign sim card
love this one thumb up .
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you can see everybody having no trouble mixing up together on the street of China
China is a Metropolitan for peace and progress , China is the future
China is the size of a continent. Many things to experience, like rivers, deserts, dams.
snow mountains in the west part, huge grassland in Inner-Mongolia, and great forest in the Northeast where tigers live. 🐯
Food prices in China are very cheap.
In fact, China is the largest food importer in the world. However, imported food has not significantly affected the domestic market, because the amount of food produced in China is even larger.
In other words, if your income is not high, you can choose only local food, and you still have a wealth of options. If you are rich, you can taste imported food as you like.
Yuppur. That is why I live in Zhuhai.
Beautiful Guanxi scenery in your back drop.
Thank you for your informative video sharing🙏👍🙏
Wow! $3.000 to $4.000 retirement pension in Canada? I just checked on the site and the new Canadian retirement pension is $772.71 per month if you retire at age of 65 for the year of 2023. Your property tax will take at least half of your pension + an average utilities $450...your pension cheque goes right back to the government hands. The homeless in Canada, will be out of control soon and 1.000's are dying on the street every month.
Planning to retire to Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia or Philippines. Thailand and Vietnam in top of the list. Philippines easiest due to visa and the fact most ppl speak English. But I’ve plans to try to learn the language of my chosen retirement country. China would be at the top, but the language seem way too difficult, especially written. I think Chinese women are one of the most beutiful in Southeast Asia - Vietnamese very beautiful too- a bit Chinese looking. Well, just my taste. Great vid! 🙂
Malaysia would be the best of all the choices you are considering.
Heading to GZ. in January. Hard stopping career and going to enjoy.
Retire in US is the best. Go to the street and live in the tent. Don't need to worry about paying rent. Don't even know the time you don't have to mind.
lmaooooo
true, life in U$A is like an adventure in the wild wild west, so much fun, you never know when you'd be shot or knifed....it certainly keeps you awake or numb.
You can take drugs freely in the United States
Me and the wife are considering retiring back to China in the next few years. The choice is either Shenyang or Hainan, as family have property in both.
In Nanning now with my wife. I'm a US citizen retired with a 10 yr old daughter, would love to retire here, but my daughter's schooling is the problem. International schools are so expensive...what to do??
China is quite fascinating. I could live in China part time as I know enough people who live in Guangdong near Hong Kong. But, my friends work during the week so there are limits on having fun. Eating out is always fun, something that is quite expensive in the States but quite manageable in China. Oh well, maybe things will change.
Glad to see cats are cats, no matter where they are from. Always gotta knock something off the table or counter haha
Gweilo, thank you for telling us the facts about living in China.
I am a foreign Chinese who was born in Thailand. I want to live in China. I am 60 now and appreciate your time. I can't speak or read mandarin.
Thanks!
I am a 62 year old Canadian. Divorced and looking for a new place to try and live for a while (I have travelled lots). I speak zero Chinese (although i would be willing to learn). Do you have any suggestions as to a place (or places) to try in China? I would prefer not Canadian style winters. Thanks
Fantastic choice, very wise to living in China!
to migrate to another country, one needs to completely change their lifestyle they used to..... especially in food....
True. But Asian cuisine are better than American, Canadian and European ones. Asians use proper seasonings unlike the white Europeans.
What are you talking about? There's plenty of adventure in US! Dodge bullets, sidewalk feces and piss, avoiding eye contact with the local homeless crazies is plenty adventurous! /s
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Hey! he looks younger each and everyday. Just wonder how he did it?
Probably he feel safe 24/7 in China. And with a beer on his hand relaxing. Less stress.
In the West he probably has to turn his head 180 degree every now and then looking out for crazy men roaming the streets with guns. This create more stress and will look older.
Hi Gweilo 60 Can you kindly tell me is it better to rent monthly when retire in China? OR is it better to buy a property to retire in China? Finally Can a visitor living in London UK to open a Chinese bank to put money there so when I visit every year can withdraw the money out to spend. Thanks in advance.
Guangxi is great place to live, and can go to Gulin, and that is gorgeous with spectacular view!
Hi Gweilo
Just got back from Nanning. It was hot there. Glad I went in late Sept to mid Oct. I don't think I can handle the summer weather.
Retiring in China for foreigners is very challenging for those who don't have Chinese spouses or have significant family ties in China. I highly recommend foreigners to explore other Asian countries instead like Thailand.
Just adaption and learning the customs, takes time but worth it. LESS CRIME
@@SagittarianArrowshard to get a visa to stay in China unless u have a good reason like a Chinese spouse (which I do)
@@SagittarianArrows Bro, all that doesn't matter if you cannot get a long-term stay visa which MOST foreigners don't qualify at the retirement age.
Malaysia would be a better choice compared to Thailand
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What are the requirements of the Chinese government for retirement for foreigners? 🎉
we dont have any proper scheme for "retirement visitors"... medical care alone is a big consideration for policy makers... and i dont think any other major economies would offer such services, apart from getting tourist visa.
Same as in USA, foreigners are not permitted to stay as permanent residents unless under some certain qualifications and approved by the government.
When you got money you can do anything you want except come back to life after death.
@@danwelterweight4137 Yep, you are so right Dan. Dead right! How are you? Hope you are ok and keeping well. Bao zhong.
Is the background video Guilin? So beautiful !🤩🤩
It is demoralising to rent.
Most people wants to own their home/condo. Due to the high cost of living most people can't afford to purchase a home. Look up a single room condo in the major city in Can. It will shock you on the price. Insane.
Justine Trudeau recently announced more affordable housing will be build.
However it is mostly rental apartments.
Woooo who doesn't want that.....🤔
Sold, but what about health insurance? Any good medical insurance in China for foreigners?
The background is magnificent 👏👏👏👏👏
Another great vlog
Brilliant
I’m working on it
Would love you and Wai Fong come to see us in Huizhou one day
Plenty of beer on the beach here
no - all old people do not take pills.
I'm in Nanning now ,back to Perth ( Aussie ) in 4 weeks, but will be back in Nanning for 6 weeks in January February for another 6 weeks.
I WANT TO RETIRE IN US LIVING IN THE STREET IN THE TENT IN PHILADELPHIA THANKS KIRK FOR THE VIDEO CHEERS N HULAHULALUIA❤
I didn't know they had a retirement visa. What are the requirements?
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Makes sense to retire & have fun after squandering part of your boring life making both ends meet.
I can see westerners or anybody in the world flocking into China and make a living there due to cheap expenses as the living cost of the west increases. This seems natural. This will drive up China consumers spending and help its economy. And help offset Chinese declining population.
drink "baijiu" in the morning...man you are hardcore at it.
So how come you're located in Canada and making greenscreen videos from there?
i would say just invest in a good drone, get a tourist visa and just go.
How much do you need on average per month to retire in China if you want to travel too?thanks
2500 USD would make you rich in Chinese 2nd tier cities. If you lived more rural the price goes down. Travel is inexpensive and easy.
Great video. Would love to see a video about how you ended up retiring in China. What steps you had to do.
If I were a mainland born Chinese, I would certainly chose to retire in China. I heard many many mainlandborn are returning to China for retirement.
How do you get a long term visa to live in China?
How to get long stay visa?
China content coming soon on my channel.
couldn't agree more!!! my plan retire in asia!!!
Gweilo, dim Sum & baijiu is definitely a Nanning's local bad habit. You are supposed to be drinking tea with dim sum.
The Chinese People work hard & produce goods that they need & want , the world demands % wants what they produce , so what goes around comes around in a value added society ! ❤
is it still safe to retire in china now? are there updates?
I was thinking of doing an update video on this subject so soon
China - paradise? Hell no...
unlike the west most Chinese food have no preservatives PEACE
That's a very good move❤
Is there a retirement visa in China? Can a Canadian retire in China?
She says reitrement facilities are very nice. The staffs are professional. Her major reason for wanting to retire in China is language barrier as she has limited English ability. Cost comes second.
可以移民台湾，然后申请台胞证，台湾人在中国大陆被视为准国民，台湾承认双重国籍，但如果台湾被中国大陆统一，双重国籍就没有了，中国大陆不承认双重国籍
Oh, do you still get Japanese seafood in China or has it really been banned since the radioactive ☢️ water release.
China bans import of all seafood from Japan.
JP seafood banned in china since last month
Living in a foreign land at old age is NOT for everyone.
After listening to your video on retirement life which is so exciting that we need a school to teach retired people how to enjoy life with minimum expenditure and with lots of fun getting to meet new friends. Not many know how to plan their budget for a happy and enjoyable retirement .
I am sold...I will come to retire with you in Nanning!
Are you in China now Kirk?
Yes, he's in China now.
Any suggestions as to which city is best to retire in? I don't like southern China. It's way too hot in the summer.
Kunming Yunnan
Depends on what you like.
@@Gweilo60 i came from there !! my town baby
Chengdu is nice .
Will get worse with climate change, too.
Hi Kirk, You are a very lucky man.
How does one retire in China anyway?
I know you need a Chinese name to buy property but how is this done?
Any tips and pointers would be greatly appreciated 👍
移民香港或者台湾
@@whatsyourname9289 我是英国人的
怎么可以找个中文名字呢？
@@whatsyourname9289Both Hong Kong and Taiwan is a shit whole. Taiwanese engineers are coming to Shenzhen as the mainland companies pays them more than the Taiwanese one. Also Taiwan and Hong kong is more expensive than the mainland. Hong Kong is the most expensive Asian city. Also Hong Kong is nothing but a small Island boring where only the rich(you need to be a multi millionaire yo even buy a proper 2/3 bedroom apartment)can afford a proper home and have fun. If u don't like China or being skeptical about retiring their, Malaysia is a good option. According to many news articles, Malaysia is the best place for retirement. Thailand is also good.
@@8est8its89你可以自己取一个，比如xx杰克
@@FrostKaiser我只是提供一个能进入中国大陆长久居住，或者购买房产的方法
China doesn't have a retirement visa.
Yeah, that's the downside.
who has "retirement visa"???? any ask major economies in the whole world, thats very strange
@@cyberywayne3128 Philippines, Thailand, Malaysia
@@roccoboy32
Philippines, Thailand, Malaysia aren't major economies in the world.
With enough money you dont need visa.
How to apply
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I'm gonna go to Chiner and buy me a pangolin!
Draw back to retiring in China is they don't have a retirement visa so you can't stay long. Fortunately my wife is Chinese and I can get a spousal visa.
They have 10 year visas with stays of 180 days. It is a pain though to have to travel every six months.
I thought it was every 60 days (for an L visa,) guess I'll have to reread that.@@Gweilo60
It's what you request. If you don't ask they auto give 60 days.
Gweilo 60 I am buying a Condo in Nanning and have not seen it my stepson is taking care of it for me. With making house and condo payments have not been back to Nanning. Hope to be back in 2024. I will be happy to buy you a beer then. Hope to see you then. Kim 😃
I will see you there next year and hopefully more than just one beer. Smile
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What's the requirement to retire in China for a foreigner?
哈，第一个
Too old to retire in China.
Chinese language is the bigest obstacle for living in China,Im considering Japan tho most polite people in the world
Polite on the outside, and then bad mouth you behind your back. Clearly, you haven't spent any significant time in Japan, and has only been fetishizing for years.
They don't speak English either. We went there thinking no problem they speak English. Not.
😂😂you think Japanese is easy?
The other side of their dual personality. Politeness as demanded in public ambience but they have the other darker personality that is hidden away. That is very superficial. Whilst generally the Chinese are less polite as they prefer to be true to their feelings. At least you would know where you'd stand with them.
@@grouchypatch9185 I prefer the realness than the fake politeness of the Japanese.
Very true. Plus plus Asian countries value the wisdom of the wise old wo(man). Elders are RESPECTED. Not going to be assaulted on the street. Nightlife is so safe. China does not tolerate unlawfulness. Social credit keeps everyone in check.
Looting in china is a big mistake 🤣🤣🤣
Pity, I am too old to emulate you by choosing to retire and live in China! 👍🏻🙏🏼
Never to old. Age is just a number. It's the health that stops most older people from adventure.
I agree with you but having a Chinese wife makes things easier😊
Yes it sure does but there are alternatives like learn a bit of the language or have bilingual friends.
ok in u r 60's - for a few yrs - how about when u r really old🤣
2:30 😂😂😂 I get enough pension in Canada to aford steak every day,retired early too. Dont even spend all of my pension.get other Gov perks hst refund,carbon credits,ontario homeowners benefits,I call it all bribery so you vote for them again 😊