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12306 Adds Clearer English Flow for Foreign Passport Booking (2026)
12306 now surfaces clearer English labels for passport booking—verify your profile before high-speed rail day.
Key takeaway
The **12306** app and web portal now show **clearer English labels** for **foreign passport** profiles, seat selection, and e-ticket pickup rules. You still need a **verified account**, **passport scan**, and often a **China mobile number** or SMS workaround—plan setup before travel week.
Full report
What Changed
English UI strings and error messages were updated for passport holder registration. Some stations now emphasize passport + e-ticket QR at gates—paper pickup rules vary by station.
What to do next
- Read 12306 for foreigners.
- Register and verify before you leave home if possible.
- Book a test short segment to learn gate flow.
- See how to travel by high-speed train.
What may vary
Station staff English, SMS verification, and card acceptance differ by city and app version.