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Everyday things to understand before travelling to mainland China: payments, accommodation, transport, food and entry requirements.
Payments
Alipay and WeChat Pay are widely used for everyday payments in China. Foreign visitors can link supported overseas bank cards to these apps. Set them up before your trip and keep some RMB cash as a backup; card acceptance and payment limits can vary.
Accommodation
Foreign visitors can stay in hotels or private homes in China. Hotels handle accommodation registration when you check in with your passport. When staying in a private home, you or your host must register your stay with the local police within 24 hours of arrival. Agree with your host how this will be done before you arrive.
Getting around
Use local ride-hailing services such as DiDi, or take a regular taxi. You can book rides through DiDi, Alipay or WeChat. Save your destination and pickup address in Chinese, especially the correct hospital campus and entrance.
Food and dietary needs
Do not assume restaurant staff understand peanut allergies or what a gluten-free diet requires. Explain in Chinese exactly which ingredients you must avoid, including those in sauces and cooking oils, and ask about shared utensils. Carry a clearly translated card describing your needs. Removing visible peanuts from a dish does not make it safe for someone with a peanut allergy.
Entry requirements
Do not assume you can obtain a visa on arrival for a planned trip. China’s port visas for urgent entry require supporting documents and approval. Eligible passport holders may instead qualify for up to 30 days of visa-free entry for specified purposes. The 240-hour visa-free transit policy now covers 57 nationalities and requires confirmed onward travel to a third country or region, using designated ports and permitted stay areas. Check the official rules for your passport, travel dates and purpose; confirm the appropriate entry permission for a planned medical visit.
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