How to use Alipay
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Living in or visiting China, you’ll find that Alipay is an essential app, as it is a popular method for paying for things. Here is a guide on how to pay with Alipay and some of its other handy features.
Step 1: Download the app
The Alipay app is available on iOS and Android, with an English version.
Step 2: Register for an Alipay account using your phone number
Note: You can use a foreign number for registration before you arrive in China and change the registered number after purchasing a Chinese SIM card.
Step 3: Link your bank card
You can link a foreign bank card to your Alipay account.