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Before you come to China,
get the key questions clear.
Visas and visa-free entry, payments, network, maps, transport, cities and scenery — understood in one place, so you can set off with ease.
First time in China? Start with these
Good to know
China is close to cashless — set up one of the two mobile wallets before you fly.
Install your eSIM at home; some apps only configure properly before you arrive.
Your phone is your metro card — and taxis are hailable without any Mandarin.
High-speed rail is paperless: register your passport on 12306 and board with it.
Explore China
From cities to hidden landscapes — find the China that fits your trip.
More cities are on the way — we only publish places we have verified ourselves.
Chinese culture & everyday etiquette
Understand daily customs so your trip goes smoother — and means more.
Policy checks & official updates
Each entry points to an official source. Conditions can change, so verify again before departure.
Make travel in China easier
How we keep guidance trustworthy
HelloChina is an independent, multilingual travel-information service for international visitors planning a trip to China. It explains entry policies, payments, connectivity, transport, culture and destinations in plain language. Policy claims link to Chinese government agencies or other primary sources, carry a verification date and stay separate from editorial advice. HelloChina is not a government website and cannot decide visa eligibility or guarantee entry, so travellers should recheck the cited authority before departure.
Every guide separates official conditions from practical editorial explanation.
Changing information carries a review date and a clear path for reporting corrections.
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