Get ready for your trip to China.

Practical guides to visas, payments, internet access and getting around in China.

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Three things to sort out before you fly

Entry & visa

Check visa-free entry and visa rules for your passport.

Internet

See how to use Google and Instagram in China.

Alipay setup

Set up Alipay and link your bank card before you travel.

What you'll care about most after you land

Airport to hotel

Compare metro, airport rail, shuttle bus and taxi options.

Ride-hailing

Book rides with Didi inside Alipay or WeChat, or with the Didi app.

High-speed trains

Book tickets on 12306 or Trip.com with your passport.

Want someone to plan it with you?

If the guides still leave you with questions, a real person who has actually traveled China can help you shape an itinerary or sanity-check the plan you already have. For now, questions are free — send yours in.

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