Travelers to the Chinese mainland, rejoice! ✨ UnionPay International and WeChat Pay have teamed up to expand QR payment access for foreign visitors, letting you ditch cash and pay like a local. 🛍️
Using apps like Bangkok Bank Mobile Banking or NAVER Pay? Now you can scan WeChat QR codes directly—no Chinese bank account needed. 💥 This comes as China extends visa-free transit stays to 240 hours (hello, 10-day adventures! 🗺️), part of a push to boost tourism and streamline trips.
Why It Matters
Foreign cards from Visa, Mastercard, and others already work with Alipay and WeChat Pay. But since July 2023, transactions via foreign cards on WeChat Pay have surged 6.4× 📈—proof travelers are loving the cashless life.
Pro Tip
Pack light: Your phone’s now your wallet. Just link your go-to e-wallet and scan away at street vendors, boutiques, and high-end spots alike. 🥟👗💻
