PRACTICAL GUIDE
Living in China: start with what you need to do
Follow the timeline from before departure through the first 24 hours after arrival to long-term settling, solve one task at a time, then open your city for the local channels and requirements.
Action checklist
- Set up communication and payment options
- Understand local transport and accommodation
- Save emergency and service contacts
Authority source
- China Government and civil aviation authorities — Publication or edition: 2025–2026