{
  "schema": "china-entry-readiness-checklist.v1",
  "updated_at": "2026-07-25",
  "policy_notice": "Verify entry rules and other time-sensitive requirements with the relevant official authority.",
  "maintainer": {
    "name": "YouChina",
    "url": "https://you-china.com/en"
  },
  "items": [
    {
      "id": "entry-route",
      "category": "entry",
      "task": "Match the entry route to nationality, itinerary, ports, and dates using official sources.",
      "required": true,
      "resource": "https://you-china.com/en/transit"
    },
    {
      "id": "payment-primary-backup",
      "category": "payments",
      "task": "Prepare a primary payment method and a backup before departure.",
      "required": true,
      "resource": "https://you-china.com/en/alipay-for-foreigners"
    },
    {
      "id": "connectivity-plan",
      "category": "connectivity",
      "task": "Choose and test roaming, eSIM, physical SIM, or pocket Wi-Fi for arrival.",
      "required": true
    },
    {
      "id": "essential-apps",
      "category": "apps",
      "task": "Install and test maps, translation, messaging, and transport apps.",
      "required": true,
      "resource": "https://you-china.com/en/google-maps-in-china"
    },
    {
      "id": "bilingual-address",
      "category": "arrival",
      "task": "Save the first hotel and airport-to-city destination in English and Chinese.",
      "required": true
    },
    {
      "id": "offline-backup",
      "category": "backup",
      "task": "Keep bookings, addresses, and emergency contacts available offline.",
      "required": true
    },
    {
      "id": "final-official-check",
      "category": "entry",
      "task": "Re-check official entry information shortly before travel.",
      "required": true
    }
  ]
}