GENERAL INFORMATION
ENTERING CHINA
Any foreign visitor entering China must have a valid passport and should check if their country or region qualifies for visa exemptions.
If you need a Visa to enter China, please make sure you have sufficient time for applying a visa at your local embassy of China.
**Members will be responsible for handling the visa application
WEATHER
June is the beginning of summer. The summer rainy season begins with occasional thunderstorms. Average temperatures range from 20 to 35 °C (77 to 95 °F).It is recommended that you bring rain gear and light, breathable clothing for the changing weather.
VOLTAG
Plug type A, I, C can be used in China and it operates on a 220V supply voltage and 50Hz.
TIME ZONE
Current: China Standard Time
Current Offset: UTC +8 hours
LOCAL CURRENCY
Local Currency is Chinese yuan renminbi (CNY). $100 USD is approximately 730CNY.
DIGITAL WALLET AND THIRD-PARTY PAYMENT PLATFORM
~ ALIPAY
Download Alipay App HERE
It is recommended to prepare a digital wallet in advance, as it is the primary payment method across mainland China.
Alipay is widely accepted for taxis, restaurants, and most retail shops. Users can link major international credit cards (issued outside mainland China) to their Alipay accounts for daily purchases.
Please note:
Transaction limits apply:
Single transaction: ¥3,000
Monthly total: ¥50,000
Annual total: ¥60,000
Transaction fees apply for overseas cards:
Transactions under ¥200: fee waived
Transactions over ¥200: 3% fee, which will be refunded if the transaction is refunded
When shopping, in addition to Alipay and WeChat payments, some merchants also accept international credit card payments, but electronic payments are more convenient. In some tourist attractions and small stores, it is recommended to prioritize the use of electronic payment. In regular shopping malls and branded stores, prices are usually fixed; in some markets or small stores, prices can be bargained appropriately.
We strongly recommend you join the WeChat group for better communication with other participants and EO staff.
COMMUNICATION
MYEO EVENT
To be announced
CALL FOR URGENT HELP
For emergencies in China, call the following numbers:
For police reports, dial 110
For fire alarms dial 119
For medical emergencies dial 120
It is also recommended that you check and save the contact information of the embassy of your country in your city in advance, just in case.
CULTURAL ETIQUETTE
Chinese people emphasize politeness and respect and often shake hands to show friendship when meeting. When eating in a restaurant, one should pay attention to the etiquette of using chopsticks, not pointing them at people or sticking them in the food. In formal occasions, dress appropriately and follow the appropriate etiquette codes.