Before You Arrive in China
Set up internet, payments, apps and money before you fly, so the first day in China is smooth.
Do these at home on your own wifi — registering payment apps and installing an eSIM is far easier before you land.
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Internet in China
What the internet is really like in China, which apps are restricted, and how a roaming eSIM keeps you connected.
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eSIM & SIM Cards
Travel eSIM vs China SIM vs roaming — which plan fits your trip and how to activate before you fly.
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Mobile Payment
Set up Alipay and WeChat Pay with a foreign card before you arrive — China is almost cashless.
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Essential Apps
The apps to install and a packing list for 220V sockets and paperless payments.
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Currency & Money
RMB, live rates, ATMs, exchanging cash, and paying by card in China.
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Hotels & Stays
Book hotels that accept foreigners and breeze through check-in with your passport.
Coming next
On the roadmap:
- Travel Insurance — what to cover and the emergency numbers to save