Payment Options for Tibet Travel and Tibet Tour 2026-2027
Payment Options for Tibet Travel and Tibet Tour 2026-2027
Payment Options for Tibet Travel and Tibet Tour! We acknowledge that transporting a substantial amount of currency during your travels in Tibet may pose particular challenges. To assist, we have prepared a detailed article delineating the various payment options available for a tour to Tibet.
Let’s dive into the details and explore the best ways to manage payments during your Tibet travel journey! Article Photo: A group of nine travelers from Europe with our manager, MC Tenzin, at Kyichu Hotel.
Payment Options for Tibet Travel and Tibet Tour 101
Table of Contents for Tibet Travel Payment
One of the most common questions we receive from our valued past travelers concerns the payment methods available for our Tibet travel packages.
1. Tibet Tour Payment
The optimal payment method is a USD Wire Transfer via an international bank. Please email us, and we will provide the details for wiring funds to our main company bank account. Thank you for choosing to travel with us!
We use the Chinese Renminbi (Yuan) as our currency. If you prefer, you can pay in US Dollars or euros. We'll check the US dollar-euro exchange rate at the Bank of China in Lhasa and make the necessary adjustments. Right now, the exchange rate for the Renminbi is 1 US Dollar = 6.8 RMB and 1 Euro = 7.8 RMB. The exact rate can be verified on the day of payment.
We are thrilled to have you on our Tibet tour! To secure your place, please deposit $50-$100 via PayPal. When you arrive in Chengdu, you can pay the remaining balance in cash directly to our manager.
Carrying cash while traveling can be a hassle. We recommend paying your Tibet tour fee via an international bank wire transfer. You can easily transfer US dollars to our international account, which typically takes 3-4 days to reach the Bank of China in Lhasa. Please email us, and we will provide the details for wiring funds to our main company bank account. Thank you for choosing to travel with us!
2. China Payment App
Alipay is the most commonly used payment application for foreign travelers in China. The app's name in Chinese is 支付宝 (Zhi fu Bao). This app can be easily downloaded from the App Store and has been downloaded millions of times. It is available in both English and Chinese. The Alipay app allows foreigners to register their IDs and use them for transactions as large as 5000 USD, an increase from the previous limit of 1000 USD. Additionally, tourists can use Alipay to pay for their Tibet travel payments. The Alipay App currently allows the linkage of 5 Western credit cards.
- Master
- Visa
- JCP
- Diners
- Discover
After transferring nearly 2,000 USD, you must confirm your identity via a swift facial recognition scan and a passport photo. After that, you can transfer up to 5,000 USD each time.
Photo: AliPay and WeChat Pay app logos.
WeChat Pay App
Tencent recently announced that it has simplified the process for international visitors to mainland China to register for a WeChat account and link international cards to Wechat Pay. On April 12th, Tencent also stated that it is exploring interoperability with more overseas eWallets. Overseas users can easily register for a WeChat account using their mobile number, provide basic card details, and link an eligible international card to WeChat Pay to access tens of millions of merchants in China.
The simplified card-linking process allows international visitors to spend up to a certain amount safely and conveniently. However, users who want a higher transaction limit can submit relevant information to complete identity verification, which can be done in seconds via passport verification. For verified international users, Weixin Pay has increased the single transaction limit from $1,000 to $5,000 and the annual transaction limit from $10,000 to $50,000. In addition to linking international cards to Weixin Pay, international visitors can apply for and link UnionPay’s Tour Card, a prepaid card, through Weixin Pay.
Tencent also allows WeChat users to link their Visa, Mastercard, JCB, or Discover cards to make payments at tens of millions of merchants in China. The company is committed to improving the mobile payment experience and offering greater convenience for overseas users through initiatives such as supporting international cards on Weixin Pay and connecting local overseas wallets. Additionally, tourists can use WeChat Pay for their Tibet travel payments.
3. International Bank
To facilitate a smooth payment process, we kindly ask our travelers to complete their international bank transfers at least one week before arriving in Tibet. This allows us sufficient time to process your payment and finalize the necessary arrangements for your trip. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Name of the Bank: BANK OF CHINA TIBET BRANCH. For further details, please get in touch with us via email at info@tibettravelers.com
4. Best Email & Chat App
Staying in touch with loved ones while traveling to Tibet is essential. However, some apps, such as Gmail, Instagram, WhatsApp, Google, and Facebook, aren't available. To make your trip more convenient, we want to share some alternative apps and email services you can use to keep in touch. At Tibet Travelers, we use these apps to promote our Tibet travel packages and reach more travelers, but we also know they can assist in staying connected with friends and family back home for our travelers. For email, we recommend Hotmail from Microsoft or QQ Mail.
To contact Tibet Travelers and your loved ones back home while traveling in China, we highly recommend downloading the WeChat app. It is a popular social media app throughout China, including travel in Tibet, and supports many languages. Travelers can download WeChat on both their phones and their macOS devices.
To sign up, need your phone number. You can download WeChat from app stores for mobile devices. Travelers can reach out if they need assistance downloading or registering for the WeChat app, and can also contact our manager and tour guide via WeChat during their tour in Tibet. Our WeChat account ID is: travelers2025
5. Credit Card pay
Clients are responsible for any bank transfer fees. To cover transaction fees, a 4% surcharge will be applied to PayPal and Credit Card payments.
Photo: Travelers Mr. V and Mr. A with Manager MC Tenzin
6. Banks in Tibet
When traveling to Tibet, it's essential to consider ATM availability, banking options, and currency. There are around five banks in Tibet.
- Bank of China
- China Construction Bank (CCB)
- China Agricultural Bank (ABC)
- Bank of Tibet
- ICBC Bank
Only a handful of banks in Tibet offer functional Credit, Mastercard, and Visa cards for cash withdrawals. The Bank of China is the largest bank in China and accepts both Visa and Mastercard. Travelers can exchange money at the Bank of China, which operates in all regions of China, including Lhasa. This bank can convert US dollars and Euros into Chinese Renminbi. If you are facing issues withdrawing money from other banks, we suggest trying the China Agricultural Bank (ABC). When traveling, your bank card may have a daily limit of around 2000-4000 RMB for withdrawals.
For those heading to Nepal and Tibet, travelers and Tibet guides strongly recommend exchanging Chinese RMB for Nepalese Rupees at the border town of Kyirong, with help from our Tour Guide. As of now, 1 RMB is roughly equal to 18 Nepalese Rupees.
In all the larger cities and some smaller towns listed, travelers can withdraw Chinese Renminbi from ATMs at the Bank of China, China Construction Bank, and China Agricultural Bank.
- Lhasa
- Shigatse
- Tsetang
- Nyingchi
- Ali Ngari
- Gyantse
- Lhatse
- Saga
- Tingri
- Tada
- Darchen
- Kyirong
ATMs can be found in towns and cities throughout Tibet, but cash withdrawals are limited to 2000- 4000 RMB daily.
Photo: Manager MC Tenzin with Tibet Travel from Singapore.
7. Cancellation Policy
There may be occasions when clients or the Tibet Travelers agency find it necessary to cancel a planned trip to Tibet. Such cancellations can arise from various unforeseen circumstances, whether personal, logistical, or external. In light of this, we want to ensure that all affected parties are well informed about our cancellation policies and procedures.
Our utmost priority is to maintain transparent communication about these guidelines and to assure all travelers to Tibet that we are here to assist in any way possible. Our dedicated team is prepared to offer support throughout this process, ensuring that any changes made are handled smoothly and efficiently for all involved.
Tibet Tour Cancellation: We understand that sometimes plans can shift. While we typically can’t refund the $50-$100 per-person deposit for the Tibet tour if a cancellation occurs, we’re happy to let you know that this deposit can be applied toward a future trip to Tibet with Tibet Travelers by you, your friends, or your family members!
We sincerely appreciate your understanding regarding the potential impacts that modifications to the status of the Tibet Travel Permit or any unforeseen circumstances occurring before or during the travel journey in Tibet may have on our refund policy. If such situations arise, we regret to inform you that we cannot provide any refunds. Furthermore, if you decide to skip any planned sightseeing or shorten your Tibet trip, please note that we won’t be able to offer any refund.
No hidden costs and no Shopping! Visitors to Tibet prioritize experiences over shopping, as frequent stops at shops can detract from their enjoyment. Thus, they prefer shopping-free tours to maximize exploration. Hidden costs can pose significant risks, suggesting that a travel agency prioritizes profit over client experience. While insufficient funds may hinder a trip, a lack of trust can lead to regret. Therefore, Tibet Travelers ensures transparent pricing with no hidden fees.
Conclusion
We sincerely appreciate you taking the time to thoroughly review our Payment options and detailed cancellation policy as part of your preparations for your upcoming trip to Tibet. Before submitting your payment deposit, please review our meticulously outlined Tibet Tour Cancellation Policy again. We are grateful for your careful attention to these essential details, which are vital for ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience.
Traveling to Tibet requires significant commitment and effort on the travelers' part, and we want to take this opportunity to express our heartfelt thanks in advance for your understanding and diligence. Your willingness to follow the necessary guidelines reflects your enthusiasm for the adventure that awaits and helps us provide you with the best possible service during your journey. If we overlooked anything in the article, please inform us by leaving a comment.
We warmly invite you to travel to Tibet with us. We are so fortunate to have received excellent Tibet travel reviews on Google Maps and TripAdvisor for the year 2026. We are also glad to have received 100% excellent awards for our Tibet travel reviews.
Our team comprises an English-speaking Tibetan Tour Guide and a Chinese-speaking Tibetan Tour Driver to ensure that communication is accessible and you have a fantastic Tibet travel experience. If you plan to travel to Tibet from Malaysia or book a Tibet Tour Package, contact us on Instagram, Facebook, or WeChat at tibettravelers for live chat, or email us at info@tibettravelers.com.
Apr 01, 2025
