How to Set Up Wechat Payment

WeChat payment is now available for foreigners using major Chinese banks.

In the past, WeChat payment required a bank account created with Chinese ID. This blocked you from all the benefits of Chinese O2O spree. Now you can sign up WeChat payment with a bank account you created with your passport.

1. Add your card

In your "Me" section there is the option "Wallet".

If you don't see "Wallet" in this section, you need to update your WeChat to the latest version.

Once you click it the "Wallet" menu will open

Click on this icon:

And then to "Add a card" and follow the procedure.

Set up a six-digit code as your payment password.

Enter your full name and bank card number then press the "Next".