A little know-how.
A smoother trip.

Practical guides for setting up Alipay, understanding WeChat Pay, and making a plan for your first checkout in China.

Your payment reading list

6 practical guides

A wallet beside the Alipay symbol, illustrating payment setup before a China trip.

Alipay6 min read

How to set up Alipay before your China trip

A chat bubble beside a greeting, illustrating WeChat Pay preparation for China.

WeChat Pay3 min read

How to prepare WeChat Pay for a trip to China

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Troubleshooting4 min read

Alipay or WeChat Pay declined? What to check next

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Travel preparation3 min read

Your China payment checklist before you fly

A payment card beside a yuan symbol, illustrating card choices for Alipay in China.

Cards for China6 min read

Which bank or card should I use for Alipay in China?

A globe beside an eSIM label, illustrating mobile internet for a China trip.

Connectivity4 min read

Do I need internet for Alipay? China eSIM guide