ChinaBound Travel Guide 2026.07
The July 2026 edition of the ChinaBound Travel Guide PDF.
The July 2026 edition of the ChinaBound Travel Guide PDF.
Monthly update: the July 2026 edition covers all visa rule changes and safety recommendations.

144-Hour Visa-Free Transit in China: The Complete 2026 Guide Hey, Joran Here 👋 Look, I’ll be honest with you—I almost ruined my first China trip because I didn’t understand this stupid 144-hour rule. I was flying from LA to Tokyo, saw a cheap layover in Shanghai, thought “why not?” without reading the fine print. Long story short: I ended up spending 6 hours at the immigration counter arguing my case while my connecting flight took off without me. ...

Complete comparison of eSIM, local SIM, and VPN options for staying connected in China. Tested recommendations for 2026.

Breaking news: China extends 144-hour visa-free transit policy to 15 more countries. What this means for international travelers planning trips to China in 2026.
PayPal quietly rolled out Alipay and WeChat Pay QR code support in 2026. Here’s what it actually means for foreign tourists in China and what it doesn’t solve.