Travel guide to China (Beijing) — Passport validity, power plugs, currency & emergency numbers
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- Capital: Beijing
- Official language: Mandarin Chinese
- Currency: Chinese Yuan (Renminbi) (CNY · ¥ / RMB)
- Passport validity & visa rule: Requires a passport with at least 6 months validity and blank pages (many European and Latin American nationalities enjoy visa-free entry up to 30 days). (Min. 6 months)
- Power plugs & electricity: Type A, C & I (flat and angled pins) · 220 V (50 Hz)
- Emergency numbers: Police: 110 | Ambulance: 120 | Fire: 119
- International calling code: +86
- Tap water safety: Drink only bottled or boiled water.
- Tipping custom: Tipping is not customary in restaurants or taxis; link your card to Alipay or WeChat Pay for payments.
- Driving side: Right