Prepare for China

ChinaSavvy

Step-by-step China travel readiness for foreign visitors.

Turn travel preparation into a guided checklist, with practical tools and Guides for your time in China.

Coming soon to the App Store and Google Play

Explore the app

01 / Prepare

Before you go

Work through seven steps to prepare for China.

Check if you need a visa
Set up payment methods
Get mobile data & VPN
Get a map & translator
Set up rides & metro
Save hotel details
Check attraction booking

02 / Get around

In China

Use Tools for practical local travel information. Choose your city on the Tools home page, with city-specific content where available.

Payments
Transit
Address
Taxi
Food
Attractions
SOS
Hotel
Intercity
Nearby

03 / Find answers

Guides

Find concise how-to help and answers to travel problems, including setup, recovery, and reference information.

Choose a map app for China
Set up Alipay with a foreign card
Attraction booking basics in China

Choose your city

Cities

City-specific travel content is provided where available. Coverage varies by city and tool.

Shanghai
Beijing
Chengdu
Xi'an
Guilin
Zhangjiajie
Guangzhou
Shenzhen

Your access, explained

Free and Full access

Free

The seven-step checklist is free. All current Guides are free.

Free Tools:

Payments
Address
Food
SOS

Full access

A one-time purchase unlocks these six Tools. No subscription. No ChinaSavvy account needed.

Transit
Taxi
Attractions
Hotel
Intercity
Nearby

What ChinaSavvy is not

ChinaSavvy provides information and preparation guidance. It does not make bookings, process payments, guarantee visa or entry outcomes, or replace official sources.

A few useful answers

FAQ

Do I need an account?

No. ChinaSavvy has no user accounts, including for Full access purchases.

Is the content official?

No. ChinaSavvy is an independent information guide. Check official sources for current rules before you travel.

How do I restore a purchase?

In the app, open More → Full access → Restore purchase. See Support for help.

How do I request a refund?

Refund requests follow Apple or Google Play's rules. Visit Support for the refund request links and contact details.