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Practical payment guides for foreign visitors to China. Learn how to use Alipay, WeChat Pay, cash, Visa, Mastercard, taxis, metro, restaurants, trains, and backup payment methods before your trip.

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Can Foreigners Use Alipay in China?
Payments
Yes, many foreign visitors can use Alipay in China by registering for Alipay and linking an overseas bank card. For…
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Cash in China for Tourists: Do You Still Need RMB?
Payments
Yes. Tourists should still carry some RMB cash in China, even though daily payments are now heavily mobile-first. Cash should…
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Can Foreigners Use WeChat Pay in China?
Payments
Yes, many foreign visitors can use WeChat Pay in China by linking a supported overseas bank card. WeChat Pay is…
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China Payment Backup Plan for Foreign Visitors
Payments
The safest way to pay in China is not one app, one card, or one wallet. It is a backup…
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How to Pay for Taxis, Metro, Restaurants and Trains in China
Payments
The easiest way to pay for daily travel in China is usually Alipay or WeChat Pay. But the best payment…
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Can You Use Visa or Mastercard in China?
Payments
Yes, you can use Visa and Mastercard in some places in China, especially international hotels, airports, large shopping centers, and…
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