I've been assigned to China a week ago by my company, I need to depart in two days. What's the easiest way to open Alipay without a local bank card?

You can use Alipay's "Tour Pass" mini-program if you recently moved to China and need to quickly set up Alipay without a local bank card. This enables you to register with a bank card, travel visa, and your international phone number. In addition to making offline payments easier, the Tour Pass feature lets you use the Alipay app to book a number of services, including lodging and travel. After three months, this option expires and any money that is still available is automatically refunded.

It's a good idea to have additional payment methods available in addition to Alipay:

• Since you're leaving soon, it's a good idea to carry Chinese Yuan (CNY) for any quick transactions. For urgent needs, your employer might offer a one-time cash advance.

• International Credit Card: Make use of a credit card that provides advantageous exchange rates and travel benefits. To avoid any surprises during your trip to China, find out if there are any applicable international transaction fees from your bank before you leave.

You can effectively handle financial transactions during your first few days in China by making use of Alipay's Tour Pass and getting ready with cash and international credit cards. This will guarantee a seamless transition and flexibility when it comes to managing expenses.

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