JCB Contactless Subway Payment
JCB cardholders can now use their contactless cards to ride the subway systems in both Shanghai and Beijing without purchasing tickets in advance. This marks JCB the first such service in mainland China.
With this new service, JCB cardmembers can simply tap their contactless payment cards at the subway gates or designated readers to pay for fares quickly and conveniently.
This user-friendly service is now available for overseas travelers and can be used on all underground lines in both cities. In Shanghai, the service covers all 21 subway lines and 517 stations; in Beijing, it is available on all 29 subway lines and 523 stations. Airport routes are also included, making the service even more accessible and beneficial for international tourists, further enhancing the travel experience and promoting the adoption of digital payments.
