Pay Like a Local: China’s Emerging International Payment Solutions

Key Takeaways

• China is actively working to expand payment options for international travelers, including the use of cash and foreign cards through point-of-sale terminals and local mobile payment apps.
• Despite these efforts, foreign travelers still face payment hurdles in China.
• Further improvements are necessary to make China’s payment ecosystem more accessible and integrated with global systems, which would enhance China’s appeal as a travel and work destination.