Start Here: China Travel Basics

Everything you need to prepare for your China trip — no fluff, just what works. From visa rules to working VPNs, from Alipay setup without a Chinese bank card to your first 48 hours getting around. Practical, step‑by‑step guidance for before you go and when you land — with zero confusion.

✈️ Visa & Entry Rules

What You Actually Need Before You Fly：Visa‑free policies, transit rules, and entry hacks – avoid last‑minute surprises at the airport.

  • 30‑Day Visa‑Free for UK & Canada 2026: Full Guide

  • 240‑Hour Transit Without a Visa: Step‑by‑Step for 54 Countries

  • Digital Arrival Card: How to Fill It Online Before Your Flight

  • Banned Items & Power Bank 3C Rule: Don’t Get Stopped at Security

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📶 VPN & SIM in China

Stay Connected Without Stress：eSIM vs local SIM, best VPNs that actually work, and how to avoid blocked apps – get online the minute you land.

  • Best VPNs for China 2026: Astrill, ExpressVPN, Surfshark Tested

  • eSIM for China: Does It Really Bypass the Great Firewall?

  • How to Buy a Local SIM Card at the Airport (Passport Required)

  • No VPN Needed? Hong Kong Roaming eSIM Explained

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💳 China Payments

Alipay, WeChat Pay & What Works for Foreigners: Set up mobile payments as a foreigner – without a Chinese bank account. Cash, cards, and top‑up methods compared.

  • How to Register Alipay and WeChat Pay with a Foreign Passport

  • Tour Card vs Prepaid Methods: Best Way to Top Up in 2026

  • Cash in China: Where It Still Works and Where It Doesn’t

  • Payment Frozen? Common Reasons and How to Fix It Fast

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🚇 Getting Around China

High‑Speed Trains, DiDi & Subways Made Easy: Book trains, ride DiDi, and navigate subways – simple and efficient for first‑time visitors.

  • How to Buy High‑Speed Train Tickets as a Foreigner (12306 Guide)

  • DiDi International App: No Chinese Bank Card Required

  • China Subway Guide: Scan, Buy Tickets, Transfer Like a Local

  • Train vs Plane in China: Which Is Better for First‑Timers?

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