Can I use my credit card in Chengdu?

Yes, credit cards are widely accepted in Chengdu.

Where credit cards work:
- ✅ All major hotels accept international credit cards
- ✅ Most mid-range and upscale restaurants accept credit cards
- ✅ All shopping malls and department stores accept credit cards
- ✅ Major tourist attractions accept credit cards for tickets
- ✅ Convenience stores and supermarkets usually accept credit cards

Where you might need cash:
- ⚠️ Small street food vendors
- ⚠️ Local markets
- ⚠️ Small family-run restaurants
- ⚠️ Public transport (you can use mobile payment or buy tickets with cash)

What cards work:
- Visa: Widely accepted
- Mastercard: Widely accepted
- American Express: Accepted at larger hotels and stores, less common elsewhere
- Discover: Not widely accepted

Tips:
- Notify your bank before traveling to China
- Some banks block transactions from China for security
- Carry some cash (about 500-1000 RMB = $70-140 USD) for small purchases
- Many places now accept Alipay/WeChat Pay, but you need a Chinese bank account for those
- ATMs are everywhere and you can withdraw cash with your international card