Pause before leaving the terminal
Get connected if possible and keep the airport as your stable fallback while you orient yourself.
- Confirm your terminal and exit.
- Open the saved accommodation card.
GUIDE 02 · FIRST 30 MINUTES
Move from arrivals hall to a verified ride.
A calm sequence for connecting, checking your pickup point and leaving with the right destination.
Check one payment method
Confirm your primary option is usable before committing to a route that depends on it.
- Keep a separate payment fallback.
- Use official counters or clearly signed services when unsure.
Match the destination
Compare the address in your booking with the saved Chinese address before departure.
- Show the saved address card.
- Call the accommodation if the destination is unclear.
Use your planned route
Follow the arrival route you selected before the trip, adjusting only for current terminal guidance.
- Check current official signage.
- Confirm any vehicle or platform details before boarding.
Keep a simple trail
Retain a receipt, booking screen or route screenshot until you arrive.
- Keep the destination visible.
- Message a trusted contact if that is part of your personal safety plan.
SOURCE TRAIL
Check the original record.
A Guide to Working and Living in China as Business Expatriates (2025 Edition)
The State Council of the People's Republic of China · Accessed Aug 27, 2026
Guide to Payment Services in China
The State Council of the People's Republic of China · Accessed Aug 26, 2026
KNOWLEDGE FOR THIS JOURNEY