Install while setup is easy
Some app stores, account recovery flows, and payment verification steps are harder after arrival. Download the essentials before airport stress starts.
Payment + messagingWeChat
Keep a second payment and messaging path ready for China travel.
Transport
DiDi
Prepare a ride-hailing fallback before you need a taxi pickup point.
Navigation
Amap
Search your hotel once and confirm the Chinese address is recognized.
Before you fly
- Install payment apps and add at least one card.
- Install a map app and search your hotel.
- Install translation support and save offline phrases.
- Keep airline and hotel apps signed in.