Travel Guidance
Here you’ll find resources regarding travelng with COVID-19 restrictions and policies.
Hong Kong Easing Hotel Quarantine Rules: What You Need to Know
Explainer for new Hong Kong quarantine rules for overseas arrivals
China’s Covid-19 Travel Rules
South China Morning Post’s explainer on entry restrictions, quarantine, vaccinations and testing requirements.
Counting by Sevens - Reentry Into China
An account of the process of reentry into China.
Procedure for Entering China after Contracting Covid
From the Chinese Embassy in Singapore.
Explainer: China’s quarantine: how long, what does it cost and what is the food like?
South China Morning Post list of frequently asked questions regarding quarantining in China.
Chinese Visa Policy Updates
Updates on applying for a new visa to enter China.
Can I travel to mainland China?
A guide from the South China Morning Post on entering the mainland.
Hong Kong Travel Guidance
Hong Kong recently reclassified the United States as a high-risk (Group A) nation, so travelers coming from the United States will now face stricter controls. This page contains information regarding current policies.
Travel Docs Newsletter
Information from Travel Docs on passports and vaccination cards.
US Smart Traveler Enrollment Program
For registering with your local embassy or consulate.
Travel, Arrival, and Quarantine
Advice on what to expect when traveling back to China.
Rules for Quarantine in Different Areas of China
List of basic quarantine policies organized by province.
Quarantine on Arrival
Detailed advice and instructions for the actual quarantine, once you arrive in China.
WeChat Groups for Travel Support
A document listing admins for WeChat groups that will give assistance regarding travel to China. Look up group by your origin country and countries travelling through.
To gain access to a group, first add the administrator as a friend, then request to be added to group.
Examples of provided information:
- Where in a transit airport you get a covid test.
- What kind of test to expect for your kids (nasal or throat swab).
- How to deal with Chinese consulates in your country.
CDC Travel Guidance
The CDC’s recommendations for travil during COVID-19.
Countries Open to Vaccinated Travelers
List of countries where vaccinated travelers can visit.
FAQ - Travel and Testing Requirements Document
A document of frequently asked questions regarding non-Chinese citizents returning to China from the United States.
HeyExpat - May 2021 China Flights
A list of all flights in and out of China, for May 2021.
Going Back Algorithm
A flowchart outlining steps for returning to China.
Foreign Expert Points Evaluation System
A table showing point allocations for evaluating foreign experts coming to China.
Expat Focus - Boarding Requirements
Explanation of boarding requirements for innoculated personnel from US.
Foreign Affair Office Contact Details
List of contact numbers for Foreign Affiars Offices, at various provinces & district levels.
Travel Bans
Worldwide, per-country list of current travel bans.
Sherpa
Interactive tool for planning ahead for travel restrictions.
IATA
Interactive travel restrictions map.
Trip.com
Easy summary of travel restrictions by country.
US State Dept
Official page for international travel restrictions.
Travel News
Detailed COVID-19 travel map.
CIBT Visas
Dedicated COVID-19 tab that has information on entry restrictions, entry health requirements, transit restrictions, etc.