Announcement time of entry of foreigners with Chinese visa and residence permit

Ministry of foreign affairs of the people's Republic of China, State Administration of immigration

Concerning the temporary suspension of holding valid Chinese visas and residence permits

Announcement on entry of foreigners

2020-03-26

In view of the rapid spread of COVID-19 in the world, China has decided to temporarily stop foreigners from entering China with valid visas and residence permits from 0:00 on March 28, 2020. The entry of foreigners with APEC Business travel cards will be suspended. The port visa, 24 / 72 / 144 hour transit visa free, Hainan entry visa free, Shanghai cruise visa free, 144 hour visa free for foreign groups from Hong Kong and Macao entering Guangdong, and visa free for ASEAN tourist groups entering Guangxi will be suspended. Entry with diplomatic, official, courtesy and C visa will not be affected. Foreigners who come to China to engage in necessary economic, trade, scientific and technological activities and for urgent humanitarian needs may apply for visas from Chinese embassies and consulates abroad. The entry of foreigners with visas issued after the announcement will not be affected.

This is a temporary measure that China has no choice but to take in response to the current epidemic situation by referring to the practices of many countries. China is willing to maintain close communication with all parties and do a good job in the exchange of Chinese and foreign personnel under the current situation. The Chinese side will adjust the above measures according to the epidemic situation and make a separate announcement.

It is hereby announced.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China

National Immigration administration

March 26, 2020