A simple first-week setup for daily life
Handle identity-sensitive services in a sensible order: accommodation, phone access, payments, transport and local support contacts.
Build a small arrival sequence
Complete accommodation registration first, then follow the provider’s current identity requirements for a SIM card, bank services or mobile payment. Requirements and supported cards can differ, so rely on the current provider instructions rather than an old checklist.
The central government’s guide groups practical information on phone cards, bank cards, mobile payment, cash, transport and accommodation in one place. Use it as an orientation page and confirm local details with your university or provider.
Keep more than one way to get help
Save the university international office, accommodation contact and an emergency contact offline. The National Immigration Administration’s 12367 service can help with immigration-related service questions.
Plan the first week in order
Keep your passport, address and university contact easy to reach. Complete the accommodation step, then ask providers what identification is needed for a phone number, banking or mobile payments. Do not depend on only one payment method.
Prepare a small support list
Save your university office, accommodation contact and a trusted person offline. Ask the university which nearby services students commonly use. For immigration-service questions, the official 12367 channel can help you find current procedures.
Source reviewed: 2026-09-21
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