China payments: cards, cash, and mobile wallets
A pragmatic payments setup guide: what to expect, what to bring, and how to avoid being stuck at checkout.
Updated: 2026-02-14
Cards vs cash, fees, ATMs, mobile wallets, and reliable backups.
A pragmatic payments setup guide: what to expect, what to bring, and how to avoid being stuck at checkout.
The minimum viable plan for a first trip to China, plus the practical setup most travelers miss.