TESTING THE WATERS-9TH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON WASTEWATER-BASED EPIDEMIOLOGY

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Payment in China

Bank Card Payment

If you hold a bank card printed with logos of card networks such as UnionPay, Visa, or MasterCard, you can make card payments at merchant terminals displaying the corresponding acceptance logos. If no such logos are displayed at the merchant, please consult the cashier to confirm whether your card is accepted.

Mobile Payment (Alipay & WeChat Pay)

Mobile payments are conveniently available with just a mobile phone. Alipay and WeChat Pay are the most widely used mobile payment apps in China, both of which support international users and can be downloaded for free from your app store.

How to Use WeChat Pay or Alipay

Step 1: Download the App

Search for the app in your app store and download it.
Step 2: Register an Account

Sign up with your mobile phone number and then complete the phone number verification.
Step 3: Identity Verification

Upload a photo of your passport, provide your passport details, and follow the prompts to complete face recognition.
Step 4: Add a Bank Card

Add your personal bank card. Most Visa or MasterCard cards are accepted.
Step 5: Make Payments via Payment Code or QR Code Scanning

Present your payment code to the scanner, or scan the merchant’s QR code, enter the transaction amount, and complete payment.

Notes

A 3% transaction fee will be charged for transactions exceeding 200 CNY;
All transactions are settled in RMB. The exchange rate is determined by the card network and the issuing bank of your international card.

Useful Tips for Visitors

Time Zone: Changshu operates on Beijing Time (GMT+8). Be sure to adjust your schedule accordingly if you’re traveling from a different time zone to avoid any confusion with meetings or activities.
Currency Exchange: The Chinese currency is Renminbi (RMB) with the unit Chinese Yuan (CNY), which utilizes the decimal system, with one Yuan being equal to 10 dimes or 100 cents. Foreign exchange agencies are available at all international airports. For updated rates, visit http://www.boc.cn/sourcedb/whpj/enindex.html.
Electricity: China’s electricity supply is 220V AC 50Hz. Please check if you need an adapter for your electrical equipment.
Weather and Climate: Changshu has a subtropical monsoon climate with four distinct seasons. In late October, the weather is generally mild and comfortable, with moderate temperatures and low humidity.
Insurance: Please ensure that you have adequate personal insurance to cover your travel before traveling to Changshu. This will ensure you are protected against any unforeseen circumstances during your trip.