Payment apps
Decide whether Alipay, WeChat Pay or both need to be verified for everyday spending.
China app readiness
China App Checker for Your Trip
Find which China travel apps to install, register and verify for payment, maps, rides and train booking before departure.
Check My China AppsFree · 3 minutes · No account
Why this check matters
Check the complete path, not one setup step.
You do not need every popular China app. You need a small set that matches your itinerary and is usable before arrival—not just downloaded.
Maps and rides
Prepare navigation, saved Chinese destinations and a ride path for the airport or station.
Train apps
Choose 12306, Trip.com or an offline booking channel and check the passenger identity status.
Account recovery
Keep access to the number or approval method needed if an app challenges your account.
Use this checker if
Your trip depends on any of these situations.
- This is your first independent China trip
- You will use mobile payment
- You will take high-speed rail
- You need a ride from the airport
How it works
- 01Answer focused questions about your actual setup.
- 02Deterministic rules identify blockers and weak backups.
- 03Use the ordered report to finish preparation.
Supporting guidance
Resolve the gaps your report finds.
Connectivity
How to arrive in China with working internet
Read supporting guideHotel arrival
How to use DiDi without a Chinese phone number
Read supporting guideConnectivity
How to choose a SIM or eSIM for mainland China travel
Read supporting guideFrequently asked questions
Before you start the check.
Which apps do I need for China?
Most independent trips need a working payment path, maps and an arrival transport option. Train and communication apps depend on your itinerary.
Do I need WeChat for China travel?
Not every traveler needs every WeChat feature, but it can help with communication and some services. Choose it based on your actual trip tasks.
Should I install China apps before departure?
Yes. Installation, registration, identity checks and recovery methods are easier to resolve before you are relying on the app locally.
Ready to check?
Get a private, actionable report in 3 minutes.