Payment Guides
Step-by-step guides to paying in China as a foreign visitor: set up Alipay and WeChat Pay, link international cards, and avoid common pitfalls.
How Much Cash Should You Bring to China in 2026? A Tourist's Money Guide
How much cash to bring to China as a tourist in 2026, where cash is still needed, currency exchange and ATM tips, and the customs limits you need to know.
paymentCan You Use a Foreign Credit Card in China in 2026? Where It Works and Where It Doesn't
A practical 2026 guide to using foreign Visa, Mastercard, and Amex cards in China at hotels, shops, and ATMs, plus how to avoid declined payments and bad exchange rates.
paymentAlipay for Foreigners: How to Set Up and Link a Foreign Credit Card (Step-by-Step)
A clear 2026 step-by-step guide to installing Alipay, verifying your identity, and linking a foreign Visa or Mastercard so you can pay anywhere in China.
paymentHow to Pay in China as a Tourist: The Complete 2026 Guide
A practical, up-to-date guide to paying in China as a foreign visitor — from mobile wallets and foreign cards to cash and common pitfalls to avoid.
paymentWeChat Pay for Foreign Visitors: Complete Setup and Usage Guide
Set up WeChat Pay in China with a foreign card. Step-by-step guide covering account registration, ID verification, fees, limits, and troubleshooting.