International credit cards are accepted in major hotels and upscale restaurants. However, most local businesses only accept WeChat Pay or Alipay. We recommend setting up mobile payments before your trip.
Can I use my credit card in China?
International credit cards are accepted in major hotels and upscale restaurants. However, most local businesses only accept WeChat Pay or Alipay. We recommend setting up mobile payments before your trip.
At a glance
- International credit cards are accepted in major hotels and upscale restaurants.
- However, most local businesses only accept WeChat Pay or Alipay.
- We recommend setting up mobile payments before your trip.
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