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Join us in Shanghai

A smooth journey

What's in this guide

More information for your trip

01 Accommodation

02 Visa requirements

03 Transport to the venue

01
Book your accommodation

As part of our commitment to positively impact our host cities, we support local businesses and empower local communities.

Book your accommodation 

Hi & Fi Asia-China will take place at NECC Shanghai. We would advise you to book a hotel in close proximity to NECC, Shanghai.

Address: NECC, Shanghai, No. 333 Songze Avenue, Qingpu District (North Gate).

Check out our hotel recommendations. The Early Bird Prices for our accommodations are applicable until June 5th. Book now to advoid price hikes. 

Hotel room
02
Check visa requirements

*Important: Most international visitors require a visa to enter China. Don’t leave this too late – it takes time to arrange a visa. Please read this article to check your visa status.

 

However China now offers visa-free entry to travellers holding ordinary passports from France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain and Malaysia, Austria, Belgium, Luxembourg, Hungary, Switzerland, Ireland from December 1, 2023, to December 31, 2025.

 

You will need to provide certain documents when you apply for your visa, including a passport, a visa application form, and supporting documents such as proof of employment, financial statements, or a letter of invitation from us.

 

You can apply for your visa at a Chinese embassy or consulate in your home country, or you can use a visa processing agency. We recommend that you apply for your visa at least 1-2 months in advance to ensure that you receive your visa in time for your trip.

 

 

3 easy steps

1 Determine which type of visa you need

2 Gather the required documents

3 Apply for your visa

Things to keep in mind when applying for a visa:  

  • Make sure that your passport is valid for at least six months beyond the date of your planned entry into China.
  • Be prepared to provide detailed information about your travel plans, including your itinerary, accommodations, and proof of return or onward travel.
Passport
03
Arrange your travel

This year, Hi & Fi Asia-China will once again take place at NECC Shanghai. Address: 333 Songze Avenue, Qingpu District, Shanghai P.R.C.

By Metro

Take Line 2 to East Xujing Station, where you will arrive directly at the exhibition venue. Please use exit 4,5 or 6.

By Taxi

Taking a taxi is a fast and convenient way to get around Shanghai. The city has the best-managed taxi service in China. Please show the venue address as written below to the driver:

国家会展中心,上海市青浦区崧泽大道333号

Avoid problems with payment in China

Take a look at our detailed guide to walk you through making payments in China with WeChat. Make payments just like the locals!

 

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