Is China open to tourists now?

In March 2023, China announced that it had resumed issuing all types of visas, giving the official greenlight for foreign travelers and tourists to return to the country.



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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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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. Exercise increased caution when traveling to the Hong Kong SAR due to the arbitrary enforcement of local laws.

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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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After completing the binding of your bank card, you can use Alipay or WeChat to make almost all your payments during your journey in China, which is very convenient. Hence, we strongly recommend pre-downloading the Alipay or WeChat app and associating it with your bank card prior to your trip to China.

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The CBC report notes that a total of 138 countries now have approval from China. this includes US, Germany, UK Thailand, Russia, Cuba, Argentina, Nepal, France, Portugal, and Brazil among others. Exciting news!

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Wear Red for Luck Red is a popular color in China because it is believed to symbolize good fortune. If you plan on going to any Chinese festivals during your time studying abroad in China, wear something red. Bright colors are also commonly worn at festivals or ceremonies in China.

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Documents showing the itinerary including air ticket booking record (round trip) and proof of a hotel reservation. Or an Invitation Letter for Tourism issued by a duly authorized Chinese travel agency. 3. An original bank statement with a balance of at least US$6000.

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China Visa-Free Countries 2023
  • Armenia.
  • Azerbaijan (when traveling in tour groups organized by authorized travel agencies of both countries)
  • Bahamas.
  • Barbados.
  • Belarus (when traveling in tour groups organized by authorized travel agencies of both countries)
  • Brunei.
  • Bosnia and Herzegovina.
  • Ecuador.


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