How to Finish the Payment in China
 2016-12-20 17:30:26   Zhangjiajie Tourism Information Website  

While ATMs have become increasingly common and are generally very convenient, Traveller’s checks remain a viable option in China. They can be exchanged at airports, banks, some large department stores, and many hotels at a rate slightly better than cash.

Although it is said that credit cards are becoming increasingly popular, Other than in hotels, or govenment sponsored gift shops, it is rare to non-existent to find a shop, restaurant or supermarket that takes credit cards. Cash is definitely king in China. Try to have a decent amount of small bills, as you will need them to pay cab drivers, etc.

A helpful hint is before you leave to go to China, open up a separate checking account at your local bank and deposit into that account about the amount of money you plan on bringing or using in China. Get an ATM card from your bank for this account, making sure the ATM card has a MC/Visa logo. You can tap into this account while in China, using any ATM machine. And your other accounts at home will remain safe. All the ATM machines have instructions in English, just look for the right buttons to press.

By Sophia