Shenzhen First 72 Hours Checklist

Before departure

• Passport and visa documents saved and printed.
• Accommodation address saved.
• WeChat installed.
• Alipay installed.
• Backup card and cash ready.
• Roaming or travel eSIM active.
• Translation app installed.
• Essential work tools checked.
• Important addresses saved.

Arrival day

• Check into accommodation.
• Confirm registration handling.
• Test mobile data.
• Test Alipay and WeChat Pay with small purchase.
• Save home address in map app.
• Find food and supermarket options.
• Confirm transport method.

Day 2

• Start Chinese phone number process if staying longer.
• Set up ride-hailing.
• Set up delivery app.
• Set up map app.
• Test payment inside apps.
• Identify pharmacy and clinic options.
• Start apartment shortlist if needed.

Day 3

• Confirm registration if not already handled.
• Start bank account research if needed.
• Confirm home internet process if moving into apartment.
• Create weekly commute map.
• Buy basic home supplies.
• Save emergency and local support contacts.

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