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Practical China travel guides for the moments that block a trip.
Browse verified setup and recovery articles for payment, internet access, required apps, arrival planning, and offline fallback.
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Download and set up Alipay before landing
Prepare Alipay, add an eligible card, and know the fallback before your first payment fails.
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Understand China tax refund basics
Know when refund paperwork matters, what to keep, and why the airport step should not be left to the last minute.
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Set up digital wallets before arrival
Install wallet apps, add cards, and understand the fallback path before your first counter payment.
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Prepare cash and cards for China
Carry a practical backup while you rely mainly on mobile payments and know when cash or cards still matter.
Guide index generated Oct 12, 2026.