China travel tips
What to sort out before you fly to China
Visa, payment apps, internet, trains, altitude and food. Each guide shows when it was last checked.
Visa & entryDo I need a visa for China? (Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia)Who can enter visa-free, how long you can stay, and what to prepare at the airport.Checked 2026-10-19PaymentHow to pay in China: Alipay & WeChat Pay for visitorsSet up Alipay or WeChat Pay with your foreign card before you fly, plus how much cash to bring.Checked 2026-10-19Internet & appsStaying connected in China: eSIM, roaming and useful appsWhich option keeps WhatsApp and Google working, and the apps your family should install.Checked 2026-10-19TransportHigh-speed trains in China: what to expect with family and luggagePassports as tickets, luggage limits, station timing and how your guide helps.Checked 2026-10-19Health & altitudeAltitude in Yunnan: what families should knowHow high each stop is, who should take the lower options, and what to do if someone feels unwell.Checked 2026-10-19Food & etiquetteEating in China: ordering, spice levels and dietary needsHow meals work on a private tour, how to avoid spicy food, and how we handle allergies and vegetarian diets.Checked 2026-10-19
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