What documents are required to travel to China?

Local regulations require foreigners to carry valid passports and PRC visas or residence permits at all times. Entry and exit requirements are strictly enforced, as are restrictions on activities allowed by any particular visa class.



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Starting from 30 August 2023 (local time), China-bound Travelers will no longer need to do COVID-19 PCR test or Antigen Test. Relevant information will no longer need to be provided when filling the Health Declaration Form.

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Cash in to/out of China Travelers are allowed to take up to US$5000 equivalent of foreign currency or 20 000 RMB of local currency in cash in or out of the country. This applies to both foreigners and Chinese nationals. If the amount does not exceed this limit, one will not be required to declare this to customs.

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A foreign citizen can enter China without a visa under any one of the following circumstances:
  • 1) Direct Transit. ...
  • 2) Transit in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou or Chengdu etc. ...
  • 3) Foreigners to visiting the Pearl River Delta or Hainan Island. ...
  • 4) Citizens of Singapore, Brunei and Japan.


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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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