In view of the rapid spread of COVID–19 across the world, China will temporarily suspend the entry of foreigners with valid Chinese visas and residence permitsstarting on March 28, the Foreign Ministry said on Thursday. Exemptions will be made to those traveling in a diplomatic or official capacity, as well as holders of “C” visas, the ministry said in a statement. “C” visas are issued toforeigners involved in provision of international transportation services. Foreign nationals coming to China for necessary economic, trade, scientific or technological activities or out of emergency humanitarian needs may apply for visas atChinese embassies or consulates. Entry by foreign nationals with visas issued after this announcement will not be affected. The suspension is a temporary measure that China is compelled to take in light of the outbreak situation and the practices of other countries. The above–mentionedmeasures will be calibrated in light of the evolving situation and announced accordingly.
Nucleic Acid Test for All CTU Arrivals in designated hotels + 14-day quarantine and observation at home or designated places From March 18, 2020, all people who enter via the port of Chengdu, and those who enter via other ports of the country and the came or returned to Chengdu must undergo the full process collective health monitoring
To better control the novel coronavirus-related pneumonia at points of entry and prevent its spreading across the border, in accordance with the Frontier Health and Quarantine Law of the People’s Republic of China, its implementation rules and other relevant laws and regulations, the General Administration of Customs of the People’s Republic of China (GACC) issued