Great news for travelers!

WeChat now enables users to link their international bank cards directly to their Weixin Pay accounts. This innovative feature offers a seamless, secure payment solution and marks a milestone for international visitors to the mainland of China, minimizes the reliance on large amounts of cash or on physical credit cards.

With Weixin Pay, you can enjoy smooth transactions by simply scanning a QR code, avoiding long queues, and bypassing the hassle of currency exchange. Plus, unlinking your card after your trip is quick and easy. This upgrade promises to make your journey in the mainland of China more convenient and enjoyable.

Why Link Your International Bank Card?

Effortless Transactions: Use Weixin Pay wherever you go—markets, restaurants, and boutiques. It’s widely accepted across mainland of China.

Simple Setup: Setting up Weixin Pay is easy. To activate all features, complete identity verification using one of the following：

Foreign passport
Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macau Residents (Home Return Permit)
Mainland Travel Permit for Taiwan Residents (Taiwan Compatriot Permit)
Residence Permits for Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan residents
Foreign Permanent Residence card

Once verified, you’re all set to enjoy hassle-free payments. More details, can refer to here.

Single Payment Method: Forget juggling multiple payment methods—Weixin Pay simplifies your travel experience. It’s always ready to pay as long as you keep your phone charged and stay connected, but make sure your internet connection is secure.

With Weixin Pay, you can immerse yourself in Chinese culture without worrying about payment logistics. Designed to be accessible to users worldwide, this service offers a smooth and convenient experience for all.

Pro Tip: Before using this feature, ensure your WeChat app is updated to the latest version from your app store.

How to Link Your International Bank Card

Follow these easy steps to activate Weixin Pay:

Link Your Bank Card

Open WeChat and go to 「Me」>「Pay and Services」>「Wallet」>「Bank Cards」>「Add a Bank Card」>Provide your 16-digit bank card number and select the card type from the list.
Alternatively, tap the camera icon to capture your card details and follow the relevant instructions until setup is complete.

Provide Identity Information

Go to 「Me」>「Pay and Services」>「Money」.
Under the payment QR code, tap on any unavailable service, such as 「Receive Money」 or 「Reward Code」and select 「Complete Now」
Follow the instructions to complete the identity verification process, including uploading a clear photo of your ID.

Unlink Your Bank Card (After Your Trip)

Navigate to 「Me」 > 「Pay and Services」 > 「Wallet」 > 「Bank Cards」.
Select the linked bank card, tap 「Unlink」, enter your payment password, the card will be removed.

Important Information to know

Once you have linked your bank card, you can tap on「Money」 to access the payment QR code. Ensure the “Default Payment” is set to your bank card, not the Wallet Balance.
You can link your card with Weixin Pay without identity verification, with a spending limit up to RMB15,000. If you want to enjoy a higher spending amount and try more services like Red Packets or Receive Money, you may complete your identity verification.
Always remember your 6-digit payment password, as it will be required to access payments
The Payment QR code is time-sensitive.
An internet connection is required to use Weixin Pay.
Only Chinese bank cards can be used to top up the Wallet Balance. International cards are not supported for this feature.