Visa
Foreigners who want to visit China need to apply for tourist visas. Such a visa is valid for two months. If tourist period exceeds two months, a new visa could be acquired in Hong Kong within two days after application.
Credit Card
Major international credit card such as American Express, JCB, VISA & Master, etc. are accpeted in Foreign-involved hotels and large-size shopping centers.
Bank & Currencies
Most foreign currencies can be exchanged into RMB (chinese currency) in bank offices in hotels. Bank of China is the exclusive bank to deal with foreign-issued credit card transactions.
Bank : Business Hours : 9.00 am - 5.00 pm, Mon to Fri and 10.00 am - 4.00 pm, Sat & Sun.
Posts & Telecommunications
Mail services are offered in all hotels, but if the international posted parcels contain any antiques, they should be sent to the international post & telecom bureau for Customs clearance.
Telephone
IDD service is provided in all hotels, but sometimes hotels would request cash payment. IC phone card can be bought at larger hotels or Telecom Business Counters.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008
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