China travel app pre-flight checklist

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Arrival essentialsSet up a primary payment walletInstall Alipay or WeChat Pay, link a supported card, and keep a second way to pay.Arrival essentialsSave a map and key addressesPin your first hotel, arrival station, and airport transfer destination in both English and Chinese.Arrival essentialsDownload offline translationTest camera, voice, and typed translation before leaving home.Getting aroundPrepare and rehearse ride hailingConfirm login access, save the exact Chinese destination, and practice finding the correct pickup zone.Getting aroundPrepare railway booking accessUse the official 12306 route or a trusted booking provider and keep the passport name consistent.Trip recordsKeep airline and hotel apps signed inDownload confirmations so they remain available without a reliable connection.Trip recordsBuild an offline document folderSave passport copies, insurance, bookings, addresses, and emergency contacts locally.Final testRun a no-signal rehearsalTurn on airplane mode and confirm the essentials you need on arrival still open.

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Keep the full guide nearby

This tool covers preparation, not which specific app is best for every itinerary. Read the detailed guide for setup order, account checks, and offline backups.

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