China Pre-Departure Checklist — 12 Things to Do Before You Fly (2026)
Some things you can figure out when you arrive. These 12 things you cannot. Most of them involve apps or websites that are blocked in China. Do them at home, on your own WiFi, before you fly. The Checklist ✅ 1. Install Your eSIM DO NOT WAIT UNTIL YOU LAND. eSIM provider websites are blocked in China. The QR code won’t load. Install and activate on home WiFi. Compare China eSIMs → — Saily, Airalo, and Holafly all bypass the firewall. ...