First-month Checklist

Arrival and immigration

  • Moved into your confirmed accommodation.
  • Completed temporary residence registration within 24 hours of moving in.
  • Completed the required physical examination or verification.
  • Applied for a study residence permit within 30 days of entering China, if applicable.
  • Checked the validity of your passport, visa and residence permit application documents.

Registration and campus access

  • Completed SJTU on-site registration.
  • Activated your jAccount and SJTU email.
  • Received or activated your student card.
  • Completed any required laboratory safety training.

Banking, insurance and communication

  • Obtained and activated a Chinese mobile number.
  • Opened a Chinese bank account, where required.
  • Set up WeChat Pay or Alipay, where possible.
  • Confirmed that your medical insurance is active.
  • Submitted your bank account details for scholarship payments, if applicable.
  • Joined the TDLI international student communication group.
  • Saved the contact details of your supervisor, TDLI staff and relevant SJTU offices.

Academic preparation

  • Met with your supervisor and research group.
  • Discussed and prepared your individual training plan.
  • Completed course enrollment.
  • Checked your class timetable and course requirements.
  • Attended SJTU and TDLI orientation activities.
  • Completed the University rules and regulations examination, where required.

Scholarship students

  • Confirmed your scholarship status and conditions.
  • Completed any required scholarship registration or in-person check-in.
  • Confirmed the expected timing of your first stipend payment.

 

Please contact TDLI promptly if you are unable to complete any required procedure within the stated deadline.