China Travel FAQ
Practical answers to common questions about traveling in China: arrival, money, transport, customs, and everyday life.
China Travel FAQ Articles
Customs Regulations in China
Entering China The following can be brought into China without a customs declaration: 400 cigarettes 2 bottles of spirits (up to 750 ml each) Foreign currenc...
Time Difference with China
China does not observe daylight saving time and uses a single time zone for the entire country, UTC+8. Depending on daylight saving in your own country, the...
Chinese Currency
China's currency is the renminbi (yuan), abbreviated CNY or RMB. Roughly 10 yuan equal 1 euro. The next smaller unit is the jiao, followed by the fen: 10 jia...
Travel Insurance for China
Travelers to China should always take out travel insurance — check with your travel agent or insurer for a good policy. The insurance should in any case incl...
Subway Systems in China
On the mainland, subway systems have historically been limited to Beijing and Shanghai, though many other Chinese cities have since built or are building the...
Tipping in China
Even if cleaning staff at an airport restroom sometimes look at you expectantly after handing over a none-too-clean towel, tipping is not customary in China...
Table Manners in China
Table manners in China are far more relaxed than in many Western countries — the idea is to enjoy the meal, and people behave accordingly. Foreigners are gen...
The Telephone System in China
Although landline penetration in China is still well below levels in some Western countries, its telecommunications market has developed rapidly in recent ye...
Taxis in China
Chinese taxis are very cheap — short trips can cost as little as 8 yuan (about 1 euro), with a per-kilometer rate beyond a certain distance. Always make sure...
Using Chopsticks in China
Meals in China are normally eaten with chopsticks, though some restaurants will bring cutlery on request. Contrary to popular belief, eating with chopsticks...