Is it really possible to open bank account in China without a permanent address - does it mean the card is provided on the spot?

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Yes, you can open a Chinese bank account and get the card as a foreign traveler. The detailed steps are described in this answer but to summarize (and add a little bit more detail):

You need the passport and a valid Chinese phone number.
Depending on banks, you need initial deposit. Usually 5 or 10 CHY cash is fine.
You need an address to fill in, but the hotel or Airbnb is fine.
The whole process takes 30 to 60 minutes.

The bank card is provided on the spot, which you can register to your WeChat account.

I recommend opening a bank account at one of four big banks. However, the Bank of China does not allow non-residents to open a bank account.

Also, if you don't speak Chinese, go to a branch at city center in 1st-tier cities.

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