Forums > Living in Kunming > Paying Taxes on a package from the states?

I have been sent a package from the states, which includes some climbing gear among other things, and the lady at customs is telling me that I must pay taxes in order to receive my package. I speak Mandarin and understood what the lady said, and she told me that everyone must pay taxes.

I don't believe I should be paying taxes on personal items. Has anyone else had to deal with this? How can I get around it? Is there something I am missing about Kunming/Chinese law?

Any help or suggestions is greatly appreciated.

Forums > Living in Kunming > Foreign Businesses in Kunming

Hello,

I am an American living here in Kunming and am trying to find out more about the foreign business community here. I am trying to get into this community and hopefully find a job! I would appreciate any help!

Thanks,

Nat

Forums > Living in Kunming > what qualifications you need to translate chinese to english...

I have some questions as well for Bernie and Xiefei.

How long have you two been translating?

Which "niche" of translating have you found yourself in, or, do you just do more basic translation?
Can you do translation work here in Kunming?

I am looking to to things with the tourist industry in the US and in China. I am not really sure what kind of translation I should be studying. Any suggestions for books or worksheets or practice exercises?

Thanks

Forums > Living in Kunming > Mountain Biking around Kunming

Hello,

I am fairly new to Kunming and have just bought a mountain bike last week. I would love to take it around the hills and explore some but am unsure where to go.

Are there any single track trails around?

Or trails that aren't roads?
If you know, and are willing to bike, I would really wanna go!

Nat

Forums > Living in Kunming > Looking for DJ equipment

Hi there,

New to Kunming but would like to start djing around here. I am looking for any and all DJ equipment, if you have some or know someone who does and wants to be rid of it, please tell me. I would greatly appreciate your help!

Nat