Practical Info

Procedures and Visa

According to the Law of the People's Republic of China Concerning the Administration of Foreigners Entering and Leaving the Country ...

Customs Regulations

Entry:Tourists must fill out a baggage declaration form (in two copies) and hand it in to customs, retaining the carbon to show upon exit ...

Quarantine & Immunizations

Those who carry such special articles as microorganisms, human body tissues, biological products, and blood and its products ...

Currency

The Chinese currency is called Renminbi, and is issued by the People's Bank of China ...

How to Exchange RMB in China

A foreigner can bring cash and change it at the Bank of China for RMB ...

Packing and Checklist

The rule of thumb is to pack lightly, and bring casual clothes. A sturdy, comfortable pair of walking shoes is an absolute ...

Health & Hygiene

China is a remarkably healthy country despite its relative poverty and climatic variations ...

Postal Service

If you want to send important items such as antiques and cultural relics that are under customs control ...

Saving Money on Traveling

When you are planning for an independent travel, you might need to work out a budget ...

Complaints

Travelers can ask travel agencies for compensation from a travel quality guarantee fund should problems occur ...

Table Manners

The main difference on the Chinese dinner table is chopsticks instead of knife and fork, but that’s only superficial ...

How to Use Chopsticks

You really have to master the art of using chopsticks if you visit China ...

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