List of places with rules on visitors from China as Covid surges
The Covid-19 pandemic has had a major impact on international travel, and many countries have implemented rules and restrictions on visitors from China, where the virus was first reported. With Covid cases surging again in some parts of the world, more places are adding restrictions on visitors from China. Here is a list of some of the places with rules on visitors from China:
- Australia Australia has banned all foreign visitors who have been in mainland China, except for Australian citizens, permanent residents, and their immediate family members. Visitors who are allowed to enter must go through a 14-day quarantine period.
- Japan Japan has suspended visas for Chinese nationals and foreigners who have been to China within the past two weeks. Visitors who are allowed to enter must provide proof of a negative Covid-19 test and must quarantine for 14 days.
- South Korea South Korea has banned all foreign visitors who have been in Hubei Province, where the virus was first reported, within the past two weeks. Visitors who have been to other parts of China must undergo a health screening upon arrival and may be asked to quarantine.
- United States The United States has suspended entry for foreign nationals who have been in China within the past 14 days. U.S. citizens and permanent residents who have been in China within the past 14 days must undergo health screenings and may be subject to quarantine.
- Hong Kong Hong Kong has banned all foreign visitors who have been to China within the past 14 days. Visitors who are allowed to enter must provide proof of a negative Covid-19 test and must quarantine for 14 days.
- Singapore Singapore has banned all foreign visitors who have been in China within the past 14 days. Visitors who are allowed to enter must provide proof of a negative Covid-19 test and must quarantine for 14 days.
- Taiwan Taiwan has banned all foreign visitors who have been to China within the past 14 days, except for Taiwanese citizens and residents. Visitors who are allowed to enter must provide proof of a negative Covid-19 test and must quarantine for 14 days.
As Covid cases continue to surge in some parts of the world, it is likely that more countries will implement rules and restrictions on visitors from China. Travelers should check with the appropriate authorities before making any travel plans, and should be prepared to undergo testing and quarantine upon arrival in many countries. It is important to follow these rules to help prevent the spread of Covid-19 and protect public health.