To join the Shanghai Expatriate Association (SEA), you must be a foreign-passport holder (Chinese government regulation). Our members represent more than 50 nationalities, with roughly 50% of our members being native English-speakers.

The SEA membership year is from 1 September to 31 August of the following year, and the annual family membership fee is 300 RMB. Membership in the SEA entitles you to attend any of our day and evening events, Small Group activities, and China and International Tours.

In addition, as a member of the organization, you will receive SEA publications, which include annual tour booklets, bi-annual membership directories and our sought-after monthly publication, The Courier (published from September to June).

If you have any questions about the SEA, please don't hesitate to contact:
We look forward to having you as a member of the Shanghai Expatriate Association.