How to travel safely in China?

Tips for staying safe in China
  1. Keep your valuables safe in crowded places and on public transport.
  2. Be extra careful when crossing the road, even on a green light.
  3. Have your accommodation address written down in Chinese, and carry it with you at all times.




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Summary: Reconsider travel to Mainland China due to the arbitrary enforcement of local laws, including in relation to exit bans, and the risk of wrongful detentions.

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Foreign citizens travelling to a third country or region through China by plane, ship or train may stay up to 24 hours in China without a visa. The application for a preliminary entry permit at the Chinese border is a requirement for the visa-free entry.

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Chinese police install secret surveillance app on tourist's mobile phones | Safe Communities Portugal. An international media investigation has revealed that Chinese authorities secretly install an application on tourists' mobile phones to watch over foreign citizens.

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Is it safe for US citizens to travel to China? Since March 10, 2023, the US Department of State has recommended reconsidering travel to China due to arbitrary enforcement of local laws and the risk of wrongful detentions. Still, travel to any foreign country involves risk.

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Uber established its subsidiary Uber China in July 2014 and started operations in Beijing and Shanghai.

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The new announcement lifts the travel ban for foreigners holding one of the three specified categories of residence permits. There are a total of five categories of residence permits: work, study, journalist, family reunification, and personal matters.

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Shanghai has a low crime rate, particularly for a major city, but petty crimes like pickpocketing do happen in crowded areas like train stations, markets, and busy streets. There are also a number of scams that specifically target foreigners and tourists. Be Proactive!

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