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Asked by KM from usa | Jul. 28, 2014 01:07

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Train ticket booked through TCG: need to upload a passport copy to buy tickets?

I just purchased G tickets through TravelChinaGuide website and I see an option to "Upload passport copy". Is this a requirement? If so, do you need a copy of just my passport photo (my face), or a picture of my entire passport information page? (includes passport #, expiration date, name, photo, etcetera)

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Answered by Travel China Guide | Jul. 28, 2014 01:10

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Dear KM,
Thank you for enquiry!
We need a picture of your entire passport information page, including your passport number, name, photo,etc., which are important information in booking the ticket for you.

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Answered by Maxine | Jul. 30, 2014 01:47

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OK, the Travel China guide agent may ask for it, but really a passport copy is not needed to buy a train ticket in China (for foreigners or Chinese). All you need is your passport number. And since this week also the name of the traveller. Equipped with this, u should have no problems buying it with any Train ticket agent or at any train station.

However… due to the retardedness of many Chinese state employees they will insist on a copy or seeing your passport, so as to proof that the the details are correct and being able to avoid any future misunderstandings. Sad but true.

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