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China Arrival Guide

Payment backup

Do not wait until a driver, cashier, or ticket machine is watching you to discover that payment is not ready.

What to do

  1. 1

    Open your main wallet before you enter a taxi queue or ride-hailing pickup area.

  2. 2

    Keep cash or a card ready for staffed counters and backup purchases.

  3. 3

    Use larger service points if you need help with payment.

  4. 4

    Avoid a route that depends on one untested payment method.

Check before you rely on it

  • Main wallet opens and shows payment entry.

  • Backup card and cash are reachable.

  • Hotel or first stop can help if payment setup still fails.