Travel and Live in China, Like a Local
Your complete travel companion. From visa to WeChat Pay to ordering dinner — everything you need to navigate China with confidence. No Chinese required.
Before You Arrive
Plan your trip, get your documents ready, pack smart
First Time in China Guide
10-step planning guide for your first trip
NewChina Visa Guide 2026
Visa-free policy & application process
NewVPN for China
Which works, install before arrival
eSIM for China
Digital SIM before you land
Pre-Arrival Checklist
10 must-dos before you fly
What to Pack
Complete packing checklist for China
NewYour First Days
Get connected, set up payments, register with police
Explore & Play
Use Chinese apps, get around, order food, book travel
Can't Read Chinese Apps?
Chinese-to-English interface guides for every major app
Buy Train Tickets
12306 app guide & English booking
NewChina Food Guide
Menu translation & how to order
NewDiDi Ride-Hailing
Interface guide + safety tips
Metro/Subway
Navigate subway systems
Meituan Delivery
Order food & more delivered
Book Hotels
Ctrip/Meituan hotel booking guide
NewWhich Cities to Visit
Best picks for first-time travelers
NewTransport Guide
Getting around China
Help & Emergency
Get help fast, translate Chinese text, find answers
Why Chinability?
Verified Info
Official hotlines called. Real travelers tested.
Step-by-Step
Exact buttons to tap. No guessing.
Completely Free
All guides free. No paywalls. Forever.
Updated for 2026
Visa rules, payment policies, app interfaces
The Chinability Guide
How to Survive in China (2026 Edition)
What's Inside:
- ✓ Pre-Arrival Checklist (10 must-dos)
- ✓ Arrival Checklist (Day-by-day first week)
- ✓ Emergency numbers & Medical guide
- ✓ WeChat Pay & Alipay setup
- ✓ Metro/Subway navigation guide
- ✓ Food delivery & Daily life tips
- ✓ Essential Chinese phrases
- ✓ Quick reference card + Notes pages
Perfect For:
- • Airport arrival (no WiFi)
- • Emergency situations
- • Quick reference on-the-go
- • Backup when phone dies
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