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Visa & Policy · 14 August 2026

240-Hour Visa-Free Transit in China: Complete Guide for European Travelers (2026)

How the 240-hour (10-day) visa-free transit works in 2026: eligible nationalities, entry requirements, the exact documents officers ask for, and 8 mistakes to avoid.

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Itinerary · 14 August 2026

10-Day China Itinerary: Beijing, Xi'an & Shanghai on a Budget (2026)

The classic first-trip triangle done right: Beijing (4 days), Xi'an (3 days), Shanghai (3 days) with trains, budgets in EUR, and daily plans that respect your legs.

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Payments · 14 August 2026

How to Pay in China in 2026: Alipay & WeChat Setup for Foreign Cards

China is nearly cashless. Here's the 2026 step-by-step to link your foreign Visa/Mastercard to Alipay and WeChat Pay before you fly — plus what to do when they don't work.

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