With Transfez, you can now remit to your own WeChat (Weixin) account before you fly out, so you land in China already able to pay like a local.
Why Cash and Cards Alone Don’t Cut It
In many Chinese cities, small merchants and street vendors only accept payment through a personal WeChat Pay QR code. At trade fairs and wholesale markets, quick payments to suppliers are also often handled through WeChat Pay rather than an international credit card, which isn’t always accepted.
Having a balance ready in Weixin before you arrive means you skip the scramble to find an ATM or money changer on your first day.
How to Send Money to Your Own Weixin via Transfez
Since you’re sending to yourself, the process is quicker than sending to someone else.
1. Send the Transfer to Yourself via Transfez
Complete the transfer through Transfez using your own full name and the phone number linked to your Weixin account. You can repeat this as many times as your trip requires.
2. Activate Receiving on Weixin (If You Haven’t Already)
If this is your first transfer, open the official Mini Program “跨境汇款 微汇款” in Weixin to set up your recipient details. After that, future transfers land automatically, which is useful if you travel to China often.
The quick steps:
- Open Weixin, scan the QR code or search for the “跨境汇款 微汇款” Mini Program
- Select “我要收款” to set up receiving
- Agree to the terms and conditions
- Enter the WeChat Pay password and complete identity verification
- Choose a receiving method, Weixin Wallet balance or a Mainland China bank card if you have one
- Setup is done, future transfers arrive instantly
3. Pay Like a Local
- Scan a merchant’s QR code, including street vendors that only take personal QR codes
- Pay on e-commerce platforms and Mini Programs that support WeChat Pay
- Top up a local number if you’re using a temporary China SIM during your trip
Questions Business Travellers Often Ask
Can I send money to myself more than once during a trip?
Yes. Once the initial setup is done, you can top up your Weixin Wallet again whenever you need it while you’re in China.
Does unused balance expire?
No. It stays in your Weixin Wallet and carries over to your next visit to China.
How long does the transfer take?
Once your recipient details are verified, funds usually arrive within about 30 minutes.
Do I need a Chinese bank card to start using the balance?
No. The balance can be used right away for QR payments and online purchases. A Mainland China bank card is only needed if you want to withdraw the balance.
Make Your Next Business Trip to China Easier with Transfez
Transfez helps you top up your WeChat Pay balance before you fly out for business in China, so you’re ready to transact the moment you land instead of queuing at a bank or money changer.
Download the Transfez app and get WeChat Pay for business travel China ready before your next trip.