The boring stuff that decides your trip
Get these four things right before you land and China becomes the easiest place in Asia to nomad. Get them wrong and you'll spend a week firefighting.
Best VPN for China in 2026 — What Actually Works
Step-by-step 2026 guide to using a VPN in China: which protocols work, what to install before you fly, exact setup steps, real speeds, and how to handle Great Firewall blocking cycles.
Read guide → visaChina Tourist Visa Guide 2026 — L Visa, VOA, and Visa-Free Entry
Step-by-step 2026 China visa guide for digital nomads: who gets visa-free entry, how to use the 240-hour transit exemption, and how to apply for the L tourist visa with exact document requirements.
Read guide → connectivityeSIM for China — Tourist Data Without the SIM Card Queue
Step-by-step 2026 guide to using an eSIM for China travel: which phones support it, exact setup steps, real pricing, and how to handle the Great Firewall on mobile data.
Read guide → paymentWeChat Pay for Foreigners — How to Pay Without a Chinese Bank Card
Step-by-step 2026 guide: link a foreign Visa/Mastercard to WeChat Pay, set up the Wallet, scan QR codes like a local, and troubleshoot declined cards. With real spending limits.
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