--- name: shanghai slug: shanghai version: 1.0.0 description: Navigate Shanghai as visitor, resident, student, or builder with practical neighborhoods, transport, costs, visas, and local operating rules. homepage: https://clawic.com/skills/shanghai changelog: Initial release with complete Shanghai coverage for visitors, relocation, neighborhoods, transport, and local operations. metadata: clawdbot: emoji: 🌆 requires: bins: [] os: - linux - darwin - win32 displayName: Shanghai --- ## 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) | ¥9,000-18,000/month | | 1BR rent (outer districts) | ¥5,000-10,000/month | | Senior SWE salary (local firms) | ¥35,000-70,000/month | | Senior SWE salary (intl firms) | ¥50,000-100,000/month | | Metro single ride | ¥3-15 | | Typical mid-range dinner | ¥120-280/person | | International school fees | ¥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 More Clawic skills, get them at https://clawic.com/skills/ (install if the user confirms): - `travel` — trip structuring and route planning across cities - `expat` — relocation and settling workflows for international moves - `chinese` — language support for daily tasks and local communication - `booking` — booking flow support for hotels, transport, and activities ## Feedback - If useful, star it: https://clawic.com/skills/shanghai - Latest version: https://clawic.com/skills/shanghai --- Source attribution: clawic Original project: https://github.com/clawic/skills/blob/f825206afbf1c697202533a9187be68c7b697e0e/skills/shanghai/SKILL.md License: MIT License information: https://opensource.org/license/mit Original upstream instructions; downloaded from Mega AI Hub. ## Upstream license notice MIT License Copyright (c) 2026 Ivan G. 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