Location:  People’s Republic of China Event: Local health authorities have identified COVID-19 cases in Beijing’s Daxing district and have declared the Ronghui Community, Tiangongyuan Subdistrict area of Daxing a medium risk zone.  Elevated risk levels may result in intensive prevention and control measures, which could include mass testing, closures, transportation disruptions, lockdowns, or other measures.  Four areas …

Health Alert – Department of State – Bureau of Consular Affairs (January 15, 2021)   Location: Worldwide – The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director has signed an order requiring all airline passengers traveling to the United States, including U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs), to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 viral test or recovery from COVID-19. Event:  Effective January 26, all airline passengers to the United States ages two years and older must …

Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Beijing, People’s Republic of China (12 January, 2021) Location:  People’s Republic of China Event: In response to a spike in COVID-19 cases, Hebei provincial authorities have imposed transportation and movement restrictions, lockdowns, and community testing throughout the province. The U.S. Embassy strongly urges Americans to comply with local regulations. For 24-hour information on specific …

Location:  People’s Republic of China Event: At least 7 persons have tested positive for COVID-19 in the Chaoyang area in the past few days. As a result, mass testing is being conducted in Wangjing, Donghu, Tianzhu free trade zone, and airport subdistricts, as well as at the River Garden and Kempinski Residence Communities. The U.S. Embassy strongly …

Location: People’s Republic of China Event: Beginning November 06, 2020, Chinese authorities have increased the screening requirements for passengers seeking to enter China from the United States. For the latest requirements on entering China, please refer to the Chinese Embassy’s page at this link . The government of PRC continues to implement enhanced screening and quarantine measures …

Reconsider travel to the People’s Republic of China (PRC), including the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR), due to COVID-19 and arbitrary enforcement of local laws.

The U.S. Embassy in Beijing has confirmed instances of fraud in which individuals or entities falsely claim affiliation with the U.S. Embassy and Consulates to collect fees for services not actually performed by the U.S. Embassy or U.S. Consulates. Such scams are often initiated through job advertisements reporting to require background checks, employment history checks, …

Location:  People’s Republic of China Event: The Department of Transportation announced that it will suspend the scheduled passenger operations of all Chinese carriers to and from the United States, effective June 16, 2020, unless effectuated sooner by the President of the United States.  Travelers are encouraged to check the following site for the latest guidance and …

Location:  People’s Republic of China Notice – Commercial Flight Availability Limitations to Continue through June 30th:  The Chinese Civil Aviation Administration (CAAC) plans to extend its “Five Ones” flight policy until June 30th – each (one) country can send one flight from one airline via one route once per week.  To date, four Chinese airlines …

Health Alert: U.S. Consulate General Chengdu, People’s Republic of China (April 30, 2020) Location: People’s Republic of China Event: There is an ongoing outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19).  The global public health threat posed by COVID-19 is high, with 3,167,448 reported cases worldwide as of April 29, 2020. Reduced Travel Options: American Citizens should expect a significant reduction in flights to …

In response to reports of discrimination against foreign citizens the Chinese government has reiterated that all public health measures, including mandatory testing and quarantine policies, apply equally to both Chinese citizens and foreigners. Government officials have also stated that they are committed to preventing or resolving instances of discrimination against foreign citizens present in China. If you …

Location:  People’s Republic of China Event – Reduced travel options: American Citizens should expect a significant reduction in flights to and from China. Per Chinese aviation authorities, starting March 29, 2020, foreign airlines will be required to maintain only one air route to China and operate no more than one flight per week. Chinese domestic …

Location:  People’s Republic of China Event:  There is an ongoing outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19). The global public health threat posed by COVID-19 is high, with 826,222 reported cases worldwide as of March 31, 2020. Crisis Preparation Abroad:  1) Prepare your emergency kit: It should include your passports, birth abroad certificates for children born overseas, cash in …

Location:  People’s Republic of China Event:  There is an ongoing outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19) first identified in Wuhan, China. The global public health threat posed by COVID-19 is high, with more than 80,000 reported cases worldwide. The government of PRC has implemented enhanced screening and quarantine measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19.  Travelers should be prepared for …

Location: Wuhan, Hankou area Event: There is an ongoing outbreak of a respiratory illness first identified in Wuhan, China, caused by a novel (new) coronavirus. In an effort to contain the novel coronavirus, the Chinese authorities have suspended air and rail travel in the area around Wuhan. The Department of State may be staging additional …

Do not travel to China due to the novel coronavirus first identified in Wuhan, China. On January 30, the World Health Organization determined the rapidly spreading outbreak constitutes a Public Health Emergency of International Concern. Travelers should be prepared for travel restrictions to be put into effect with little or no advance notice.  Commercial carriers …

Location: Wuhan, Hankou area Event: On January 29, 2020, the Department allowed for the voluntary departure of non-emergency personnel and family members of U.S. government employees. There is an ongoing outbreak of a respiratory illness first identified in Wuhan, China, caused by a novel (new) coronavirus. In an effort to contain the novel coronavirus, the …

HEALTH ALERT: Location: Wuhan, Hankou area Event: On January 29, 2020, the Department allowed for the voluntary departure of non-emergency personnel and family members of U.S. government employees. Do not travel to Hubei Province: (Level 4) Reconsider travel to the remainder of China (Level 3) The  U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention  (CDC) has issued a Warning for all of China. Hubei Province: …

Location: Wuhan, Hankou area Exercise increased caution in China due to novel coronavirus first identified in Wuhan: U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued a Watch Level 3 Alert (Avoid Nonessential Travel) for an ongoing outbreak of pneumonia first identified in Wuhan, China, caused by a novel (new) coronavirus. In an effort to contain the novel coronavirus, the Chinese authorities have …

China Travel Advisory Update: Level 4-Do Not Travel to Hubei Province Level 4: Do not travel to Hubei province, China due to novel coronavirus first identified in Wuhan, China: There is an ongoing outbreak of pneumonia first identified in Wuhan, China, caused by a novel (new) coronavirus.  In an effort to contain the novel coronavirus, …

Location: Wuhan, Hankou area Event:  U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention  has issued a Watch Level 1 Alert (be aware and practice usual precautions) for an outbreak of pneumonia in Wuhan, China, preliminarily identified to be caused by a novel (new) coronavirus. Travelers to Wuhan should: Avoid animals (alive or dead), animal markets, and products that come from animals (such as …

January 7, 2020 Location: China [Countrywide] Event: Heightened Middle East Tensions There is heightened tension in the Middle East that may result in security risks to U.S. citizens abroad. The Embassy will continue to review the security situation and will provide additional information as needed. Actions to Take: Keep a low profile. Be aware of …

Location: Eastern China:  Zhejiang Province, Shanghai metropolitan area, and surrounding regions Event: Typhoon Lekima will bring high winds, heavy rainfall, dangerous seas, and possible flooding and mudslides to Eastern China when it is expected to make landfall on Saturday, August 10, in Zhejiang Province near Wenzhou and Taizhou.  It is expected to weaken by the …

Location: U.S. Embassy in Beijing, and U.S. Consulates General in Chengdu, Guangzhou, Shanghai, Shenyang, and Wuhan Event: The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in China will be closed December 24, 2018, the day before Christmas Day, pursuant to an Executive Order issued by the President of the United States. All American Citizen Services Units at the Embassy and Consulates …

December 4, 2018 Location: U.S. Embassy in Beijing, and U.S. Consulates General in Chengdu, Guangzhou, Shanghai, Shenyang, and Wuhan Event: The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in China will be closed on Dec 5th, 2018, in observance of a National Day of Mourning for Former President George H.W. Bush. Actions to Take: Individuals with American Citizen Services appointments scheduled …

Location: Eastern China:  Shanghai metropolitan area and surrounding regions Event: Tropical storm Kong-Rey will potentially  bring scattered showers and strong winds to Eastern China today and Saturday. Kong-Rey is expected to weaken on Saturday, October 6.  The tropical storm is moving towards Korea’s southeast coast and southwestern Japan. Actions to Take: Monitor the local news for …

Weather Alert – U.S. Consulate General Shanghai (August 11, 2018) Location: eastern China (Shanghai metropolitan area and surrounding regions). Event: Tropical Storm Yagi will bring potentially flooding rain and strong winds (35 to 45 mph) to eastern China tomorrow or early Monday. Yagi is currently south of Okinawa moving northwest at 15 mph. The storm …

Location: U.S. Embassy Beijing, China Event: There was an explosion at approximately 1pm today on the street outside the southeast corner of the Embassy compound. According to the Embassy’s Regional Security Officer, there was one individual who detonated a bomb.  Other than the bomber, no other people were injured and there was no damage to …

Location: Sichuan Province Event: Severe rainstorms have impacted significant areas of Sichuan Province, resulting in flight delays, road closures, landslides, and train service disruptions this week, with additional storms anticipated in coming days.  The China Meteorological Administration has activated a level four emergency response to the rainstorm.  Local authorities have activated a level three emergency …

On Wednesday, January 10, 2018, the Department of State made changes to our safety and security information to make it easier to find, understand, and use. Travel Advisories replace Travel Warnings and Travel Alerts. Every country has a Travel Advisory, which provides one of four standard levels of advice. The Travel Advisory gives an explanation …