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Is Cash Still Accepted in China?
First 72 Hours

Is Cash Still Accepted in China?

Whether cash is still usable in China in 2026, where mobile payment dominates, where cash is required, and how much cash you should carry as a foreign visitor.

June 17, 20265 min

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