{
  "id": 9992985,
  "title": "China Makes It Easier for Tourists to Pay Without Chinese Bank Accounts",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/26/china-makes-it-easier-for-tourists-to-pay-without-chinese-bank",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-26T13:19:06.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "ProPakistani",
    "slug": "propakistani",
    "url": "https://propakistani.pk/2026/09/26/china-makes-it-easier-for-tourists-to-pay-without-chinese-bank-accounts/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "China is simplifying travel payments for tourists by launching a new app called TenPayGo, which enables visitors to make purchases without needing a Chinese bank account. WeChat Pay and Alipay are already popular payment methods throughout China, but TenPayGo aims to provide an alternative for international travelers. The app can be accessed anywhere that accepts WeChat Pay, allowing tourists to pay using Apple Pay, other supported payment wallets, or a bank card directly within the app. TenPayGo is compatible with nearly 60 international payment wallets, making it convenient for travelers from around the world.\n\nIn addition to facilitating transactions, the app offers several travel-related features, such as the ability to identify landmarks or objects by taking a photo. TenPayGo can also translate restaurant menus, enhancing the overall travel experience for international visitors. The service is set to introduce an easier tax refund system, starting with Shenzhen as the first city to implement this feature.",
  "summary": "China relies heavily on app-based payments, with WeChat Pay and Alipay widely used across the country. While tourists could already … Read More The post China Makes It Easier for Tourists to Pay Without Chinese Bank Accounts appeared first on ProPakistani .",
  "key_points": [],
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}