There’s a new China travel restrictions update – COVID-19 restrictions are easing for international travellers to China.
As of 8 January, you will no longer have to quarantine if you travel to China.
However, you will still require a negative PCR test (taken in the last 48 hours) in order to enter the country.
In this article we’ll cover:
What visas are currently available for those wanting to travel to China?
My visa has been granted, what next?
List of things I need to enter China
Who can help me apply for a visa to China?
And more!
What visas are currently available for those wanting to travel to China?
At present, it’s not possible to apply for every Chinese visa. The visas that are currently being granted include business, work, education and travelling family purposes visas.
Is China granting tourist visas?
Currently, China is not granting tourist visas.
When will China reopen its borders to foreigners for tourist purposes?
There has yet to be a specific date for China to open its borders to tourism. Therefore tourists must wait until the China travel advisory is updated.
As of 8 January, visitors to China can only enter for education, business, work, or family reasons.
Currently, to travel to China you need to be in one of these categories:
Having a valid Chinese work, family reunion, or study permit
Having an APEC business travel card – you have to be a part of the APEC member nations
Having a diplomatic, courtesy, service or C visa
If you’re applying for any of the following Chinese visas:
M – for trade or commercial activities
Q – for visiting family that are Chinese citizens
R – for people who have skills that are needed in China
S – for people who have family that are not Chinese citizens living in China, e.g. having a child or a spouse studying in China. The S visa can also be obtained for other personal reasons
X1 – for studying in China for over 180 days
Z – for working in China
For more information on China business and tourist visas, check out our article: Chinese Visas Explained
My visa has been granted, what’s next?
You are now able to travel to a port of entry to China.
However, make sure that as of now, you take a negative PCR test within 48 hours of travelling to China.
What happens if I take a PCR test and it’s positive?
If this is the case you will have to postpone your travel to China.
The China travel quarantine restrictions claim that if you test positive for COVID-19 while you’re in China and your symptoms are mild, you can quarantine at home.
Travelling by air is not only the most convenient but also the quickest way to get to China from other countries, hence why most people would consider this option.
There are flights available from multiple cities, but they can often be limited so ensure you check with the airline you’d like to travel with the flight dates they have available.
When you’re travelling to China it’s important that you bring all the documents you need with you to the port of entry so that you can present these at China’s border control.
List of things I need to enter China
When travelling to China ensure you have the following:
Passport – ensure it’s valid for the duration of your stay
Passport copies
Another form of ID, e.g. driver’s licence
Valid visa
Negative PCR test that’s been taken within the last 48 hours
Some other things that can be useful to bring with you include:
Face mask – in case it’s necessary
Although not mandatory, having travel insurance with you is a great idea
Cash in either Yuan or Dollars – so you can have for emergencies
Who can help me apply for a visa to China?
You can apply for a Chinese visa yourself, however, it can often be a lot of stress when you’re getting ready to set off on your trip – that’s where Visa First comes in.
We are group visa experts who can help you apply for your visa.
Since China isn’t currently granting Tourist Visas, we cannot assist you with Tourist Visas until they become available once again.
However, at Visa First, we can help you apply for a Chinese Business Visa or otherwise known as an M Visa. An M visa is ideal for short business trips.
To secure your visa, you can apply for your Business Visa to China today.
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