The influence of the hukou system on the experience of internal migration of Chinese international students in Shanghai

Key Points

• This research aims to explore the impact of the hukou system on the experiences of Chinese international students moving within China.
• Qualitative interviews with international students
• Analysis of migration patterns
• Examination of hukou policies
• Students face barriers to social services due to hukou status
• Experiences vary based on socioeconomic background
• Hukou impacts access to housing and employment opportunities