Essential info and Pre-Trip Checklist for visiting China (Able To Print)

📄 Travel Documents

• [ ] Passport valid for the duration of your trip
• [ ] Chinese visa or visa-free eligibility confirmed
• [ ] Printed copies of passport and visa documents
• [ ] Travel insurance documents
• [ ] Flight tickets and hotel reservations saved offline

💳 Payments & Money

Mobile Payments

• [ ] Alipay account registered
• [ ] Bank card linked to Alipay
• [ ] WeChat installed and registered

Credit Cards & Cash

• [ ] International credit card prepared
• [ ] At least 500 RMB cash prepared for emergencies

📱 Phone & Internet

Device Preparation

• [ ] Phone is unlocked for international SIM cards
• [ ] Confirmed eSIM compatibility (if applicable)

Internet Access

• [ ] Selected an internet solution:

  • [ ] International roaming
  • [ ] China SIM card
  • [ ] eSIM

• [ ] VPN installed and tested before departure

Charging Essentials

• [ ] Mobile charger packed
• [ ] Charging cable packed
• [ ] Power bank packed (CCC certified, under 20,000mAh)

📲 Essential Apps

Payment Apps

• [ ] Alipay
• [ ] WeChat

Navigation Apps

• [ ] Amap (Gaode Maps)
• [ ] Baidu Maps

Translation Apps

• [ ] Youdao Translate
• [ ] Baidu Translate

Travel Apps

• [ ] Airline app
• [ ] Hotel booking app
• [ ] Train booking app (if needed)

🔌 Electronics & Accessories

• [ ] Type A / Type I plug adapter
• [ ] Phone charger
• [ ] Laptop charger (if needed)
• [ ] Camera charger (if needed)
• [ ] Extra charging cable

💊 Health & Personal Care

Medication

• [ ] Prescription medications
• [ ] Basic medicine for headaches, colds, or stomach issues
• [ ] Copies of prescriptions (if necessary)

Personal Care

• [ ] Tissues
• [ ] Wet wipes
• [ ] Hand sanitizer

🗺️ Travel Preparation

Addresses & Transportation

• [ ] Save hotel address in English
• [ ] Save hotel address in Chinese
• [ ] Save airport transfer information
• [ ] Save attraction addresses in Chinese

Navigation

• [ ] Download offline maps

Sightseeing

• [ ] Check attraction opening hours

🚨 Emergency Information

Important Contacts

• [ ] Save embassy or consulate contact information
• [ ] Save emergency contacts

China Emergency Numbers

• [ ] Police: 110
• [ ] Ambulance: 120
• [ ] Fire: 119

🗣️ Useful Chinese Phrases

• [ ] 你好 (Hello)
• [ ] 谢谢 (Thank you)
• [ ] 请 (Please)
• [ ] 对不起 (Sorry)
• [ ] 我想去这里 (I want to go here)
• [ ] 多少钱？(How much is it?)

☀️ Before You Fly

Weather & Packing

• [ ] Check destination weather forecast
• [ ] Pack suitable clothing
• [ ] Pack umbrella or rain jacket
• [ ] Pack comfortable walking shoes

Final Checks

• [ ] Confirm airport transportation
• [ ] Charge all devices
• [ ] Download entertainment for the flight

✈️ Ready for China!

• [ ] All travel documents prepared
• [ ] Payment methods set up
• [ ] Internet access arranged
• [ ] Essential apps installed
• [ ] Emergency information saved
• [ ] Bags packed and ready to go