Payment
WeChat Pay
Useful everywhere, but setup can be fussier.
WeChat Pay matters because many Chinese services live inside WeChat. Set it up after Alipay, then keep both available as payment backups.
WeChat mini programsMerchant QR paymentsDaily backup payment
Do this
01
Update WeChat
Use the latest version and log in with the phone number you can actually receive.
02
Open Wallet or Cards
Go to Me, then Services or Wallet. The wording can vary by account region.
03
Add an international card
Enter the card details exactly and follow any verification prompt.
04
Set a payment PIN
This PIN is separate from your WeChat login password.
05
Test one purchase
Try a small merchant payment before relying on WeChat Pay for the day.
Still blocked?
App screens change. Send the screen you see and we will help you decide the next step.