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ChinaLevel 2/4

Level published by the State Department on 03.09.2026 · read 16 October 2026 · source checked daily

China — official level as of 16 October 2026: Level 2/4 ("Exercise Increased Caution"), from the U.S. Department of State. Maximum Insurance covers this country: hospital settled directly, unlimited repatriation, EUR 1.5M, certificate on payment.

Four official readings
United StatesState Departmentsource ↗Our reference level — the one shown across this site
Is the whole country advised against?Nono restriction on the whole country
Level 2/4 — “Exercise Increased Caution”levels 1 and 2 are advice to be careful, not travel restrictions
FranceFrance Diplomatiesource ↗Added on top of the U.S. level, under its own rules: red or orange AREAS
Is the whole country advised against?Nono restriction on the whole country
our reading: no area of the country is classified red or orange
United KingdomFCDOsource ↗Added on top of the U.S. level, under its own rules: travel statuses
Is the whole country advised against?Nono restriction on the whole country
our reading: no travel advised against
source reviewed 27 August 2026
SwitzerlandFDFAsource ↗Advisory cited by the Maximum policy
Is the whole country advised against?Nono restriction on the whole country
our reading: the FDFA advises against no travel
The four readings on record agree: no restriction on the whole country.Our comparison reading: 27 September 2026

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How we read these four advisories

Every country has its own scale, so we ask them all the same question: is the whole country advised against?

An advisory covering only areas of the country does not raise the answer: it stays “No”, and the area is shown in the relevant column.

The level shown on this page — and across this site — is the one published by the U.S. State Department, from 1 (normal precautions) to 4 (do not travel). France and the United Kingdom publish their own advisories, with their own rules: they add to that level, they do not replace it.

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List read from OpenStreetMap on 13.10.2026, not read again since: these facilities may have changed.

Hospitals and clinics — Beijing
+北京医院1.1 km24/7
emergency department1.1 km from the centre of Beijing
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+同仁堂中医医院1.2 km24/7
emergency department1.2 km from the centre of Beijing
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+北京同仁堂中医医院1.2 km24/7
emergency department1.2 km from the centre of Beijing
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+Beijing Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital (West Branch), Capital Medical University (首都医科1.3 km24/7
emergency department1.3 km from the centre of Beijing首都医科大学
+Second Inpatient Dept. of Beijing Hospital (北京医院第二住院部)1.5 km24/7
emergency department1.5 km from the centre of Beijing
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+Peking Union Medical College1.6 km24/7
emergency department1.6 km from the centre of Beijing
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+Beijing United Family Hospital of Integrative Medicine1.7 km24/7
emergency department1.7 km from the centre of Beijing
+明阳国际中心1.7 km24/7
emergency department1.7 km from the centre of Beijing
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+北京市普仁医院2.1 km24/7
emergency department2.1 km from the centre of Beijing
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+Beijing Emergency Medical Center (北京急救中心)2.1 km24/7
emergency department2.1 km from the centre of Beijing
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+北京大学第一医院(儿科)2.4 km24/7
emergency department2.4 km from the centre of Beijing
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+中国人民解放军第三〇五医院2.4 km24/7
emergency department2.4 km from the centre of Beijing
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+北京市第二医院2.4 km24/7
emergency department2.4 km from the centre of Beijing
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+北京当代医院2.5 km24/7
emergency department2.5 km from the centre of Beijing
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+Beijing Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Capital Medical University (首都医科大学附属北京中医2.6 km24/7
emergency department2.6 km from the centre of Beijing首都医科大学
+Beijing Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Capital Medical University (首都医科大学附属北京中医2.6 km24/7
emergency department2.6 km from the centre of Beijing首都医科大学
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+北京市宣武中医医院2.6 km24/7
emergency department2.6 km from the centre of Beijing · 万明路 13 北京市
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+北京同济医院2.7 km24/7
emergency department2.7 km from the centre of Beijing
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+美年大健康2.8 km24/7
emergency department2.8 km from the centre of Beijing
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+北海医院2.9 km24/7
emergency department2.9 km from the centre of Beijing
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+东城区第一妇幼保健院2.9 km24/7
emergency department2.9 km from the centre of Beijing
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+北京前海股骨头医院3.1 km24/7
emergency department3.1 km from the centre of Beijing
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+北京协和医院(西区)3.1 km24/7
emergency department3.1 km from the centre of Beijing
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+北京大学第一医院第二住院部3.1 km24/7
emergency department3.1 km from the centre of Beijing · 西什库大街 7号
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+Capital Institute of Pediatrics Affiliated Children's Hospital (首都儿科研究所附属儿童医院)3.1 km24/7
emergency department3.1 km from the centre of Beijing
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+北京大学第一医院3.2 km24/7
emergency department3.2 km from the centre of Beijing · 西什库大街 8号
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+中国人民解放军总医院第七医学中心3.3 km24/7
emergency department3.3 km from the centre of Beijing
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+Beijing Stomatological Hospital (Tiantan Branch), Capital Medical University (首都医科大学附属北京口腔3.4 km24/7
emergency department3.4 km from the centre of Beijing首都医科大学
+厂桥医院3.5 km24/7
emergency department3.5 km from the centre of Beijing · 太平仓胡同 14
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+北京大学人民医院(白塔寺院区)3.6 km24/7
emergency department3.6 km from the centre of Beijing
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+护国寺中医医院3.8 km24/7
emergency department3.8 km from the centre of Beijing
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+Dongzhimen Hospital (东直门医院)3.8 km24/7
emergency department3.8 km from the centre of Beijing
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+丰盛医院3.9 km24/7
emergency department3.9 km from the centre of Beijing
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+北京市健宫医院3.9 km24/7
emergency department3.9 km from the centre of Beijing
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+北京市第六医院(二部)3.9 km24/7
emergency department3.9 km from the centre of Beijing
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+Beijing Massage Hospital (北京按摩医院)4.0 km24/7
emergency department4.0 km from the centre of Beijing
+Xuanwu Hospital of the Capital Medical University (首都医科大学宣武医院)4.0 km24/7
emergency department4.0 km from the centre of Beijing首都医科大学
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+北京新世纪儿童医院4.1 km24/7
emergency department4.1 km from the centre of Beijing
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+Beijing Chaoyang Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine (北京朝阳中医医院)4.1 km24/7
emergency department4.1 km from the centre of Beijing
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+北京大学第一医院第三住院部4.1 km24/7
emergency department4.1 km from the centre of Beijing
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+Beijing Children's Hospital, Capital Medical University (首都医科大学附属北京儿童医院)4.2 km24/7
emergency department4.2 km from the centre of Beijing首都医科大学
+北京西城区平安医院4.2 km24/7
emergency department4.2 km from the centre of Beijing · 赵登禹路 169号
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+北京安定门中医医院4.3 km24/7
emergency department4.3 km from the centre of Beijing
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+北京长安中西医结合医院4.5 km24/7
emergency department4.5 km from the centre of Beijing
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+Beijing Chao-Yang Hospital, Capital Medical University (首都医科大学附属北京朝阳医院)4.6 km24/7
emergency department4.6 km from the centre of Beijing首都医科大学
+北京市回民医院4.6 km24/7
emergency department4.6 km from the centre of Beijing
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+积水潭医院4.6 km24/7
emergency department4.6 km from the centre of Beijing
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+首都医科大学附属复兴医院月坛社区卫生服务中心4.7 km24/7
emergency department4.7 km from the centre of Beijing
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+基层健康服务空间4.8 km24/7
emergency department4.8 km from the centre of Beijing
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+中国医学科学院阜外医院4.8 km24/7
emergency department4.8 km from the centre of Beijing
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+东城区第一人民医院4.9 km24/7
emergency department4.9 km from the centre of Beijing
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+北京市监狱管理局中心医院5.0 km24/7
emergency department5.0 km from the centre of Beijing · 右安门东街 9号 北京市
+Fu Xing Hospital, Capital Medical University (首都医科大学附属复兴医院)5.4 km24/7
emergency department5.4 km from the centre of Beijing
+Raffles Hospital (北京莱佛士医院)5.9 km24/7
emergency department5.9 km from the centre of Beijing · Xinyuanli 16 BeijingRaffles Medical Group
+妇幼保健医院5.9 km24/7
emergency department5.9 km from the centre of Beijing
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+中诺口腔(方庄店)6.2 km24/7
emergency department6.2 km from the centre of Beijing中诺口腔
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+右安门医院6.5 km24/7
emergency department6.5 km from the centre of Beijing
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+校医院6.9 km24/7
emergency department6.9 km from the centre of Beijing
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+Beijing Sihui West District Hospital (北京四惠西区医院)7.1 km24/7
emergency department7.1 km from the centre of Beijing
+北京国都医院7.3 km24/7
emergency department7.3 km from the centre of Beijing
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+中日友好医院国际部7.4 km24/7
emergency department7.4 km from the centre of Beijing
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+木材厂医院7.6 km24/7
emergency department7.6 km from the centre of Beijing
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+北京国医中联医院7.7 km24/7
emergency department7.7 km from the centre of Beijing
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+ReShark Dental (瑞鲨口腔)8.0 km24/7
emergency department8.0 km from the centre of Beijing
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+大红门医院8.0 km24/7
emergency department8.0 km from the centre of Beijing
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+北京京城国丹医院8.1 km24/7
emergency department8.1 km from the centre of Beijing · 太平桥路 17 北京
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+北京十里河医院8.1 km24/7
emergency department8.1 km from the centre of Beijing
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+京民医院8.2 km24/7
emergency department8.2 km from the centre of Beijing
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+蓟门里社区卫生服务中心8.2 km24/7
emergency department8.2 km from the centre of Beijing
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+Community Hospital (社区医院)8.3 km24/7
emergency department8.3 km from the centre of Beijing · 车公庄西路 45 海淀区
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+Beijing Chaoyang Integrative Medicine Emergency Medical Center8.3 km24/7
emergency department8.3 km from the centre of Beijing
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+北医三院生殖门诊9.1 km24/7
emergency department9.1 km from the centre of Beijing
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+医学部医院9.3 km24/7
emergency department9.3 km from the centre of Beijing
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+美中宜和门诊部9.5 km24/7
emergency department9.5 km from the centre of Beijing
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+Beihang Hospital (北航校医院)9.5 km24/7
emergency department9.5 km from the centre of Beijing
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+联合丽格第二医疗美容医院9.6 km24/7
emergency department9.6 km from the centre of Beijing
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+北京美中宜和妇儿医院丽都院区9.7 km24/7
emergency department9.7 km from the centre of Beijing
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+北京朝阳大屯医院9.9 km24/7
emergency department9.9 km from the centre of Beijing
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+战略支援部队特色医学中心生殖医学中心9.9 km24/7
emergency department9.9 km from the centre of Beijing
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+赛德阳光口腔10.0 km24/7
emergency department10.0 km from the centre of Beijing
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✈️ Beijing Capital International Airport (北京首都国际机场)PEK25.5 kmNearest evacuation airport from Beijing — unlimited medical evacuation and repatriation included.
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In an emergency from Beijing, your reflex remains +41 22 ••• •• •• — Full number in your client area.

Country dial code: +86

OpenStreetMap list read on 13.10.2026, straight-line distances. In an emergency: +41 22 ••• •• ••.

Doctors — Beijing9
Dr北京美莱医疗美容医院3.7 km

near 吉市口东路

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DrHIV检测室4.0 km

near 工人体育场西路

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DrBeijing Community Health Service5.2 km
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Dr北京国际医疗中心7.0 km

50 亮马桥路
Mo-Fr 08:30-20:00; Sa-Su 08:30-18:00

Dr韩翠芬诊所7.1 km

大红门路

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Dr社区卫生服务站7.4 km

near 西院道路

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Dr康诺脊柱健康中心7.6 km
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Dr京朋会名老中医堂7.7 km

near 中关村南大街
general;chinese_traditional_medicine;

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Dr美冠塔牙医7.9 km

near 八里庄路

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Pharmacies — Beijing21
+桃香源饰品店1.7 km

near 取灯胡同

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+嘉事堂4.0 km

near 东大桥路

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+永仁堂药店4.2 km

near 牛街

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+全新大药房4.2 km

near 大格巷

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+金象大药房4.3 km

东直门北小街 北新桥街道
Mo-Su 09:00-21:00

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+广生堂大药房牛街店4.4 km

near 牛街

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+金象大药房4.4 km

near 新街口南大街

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+双鹤新中园大药房4.5 km

near 十字坡街

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+白塔寺药店4.6 km

真武庙六里 北京
24小时

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+Cachet4.7 km

near 幸福村中路

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+屈臣氏5.6 km

near 蒲方路

+Fu Ao Hong Da5.7 km

near 姚家园路

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+Fu Ao Hong Da5.7 km

near 姚家园路

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+华辰一生平价大药房6.2 km

near 左安路
24/7

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+康泰民生药房6.8 km

near 和平里东街

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+同仁堂6.9 km

near 朝阳公园路

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+康又健大药房7.1 km

near 学院南路

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+京隆堂大药房7.5 km

near 弘燕路

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+现代阳光健康保健7.6 km
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+康佰馨大药房7.7 km

near 力源里北街

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+嘉事堂药店8.0 km

9 北三环西路

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Official — Beijing12
Consulates and embassies 12
A澳門特別行政區駐北京辦事處1.1 km

near 金鱼胡同

AUK visa application centre2.9 km

near 南水关胡同

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A哥伦比亚共和国大使馆3.5 km

34 光华路

A埃塞俄比亚大使馆(施工中)3.6 km

near 秀水南街

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A蒙古大使馆领事处3.7 km

near 秀水南街

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AReprésentation3.7 km

near 光华路
Mo-Fr 09:00-11:00

A英国大使馆3.9 km

11 光华路 北京市
open "By appointment only";PH off

A英国使馆服务中心4.9 km

1 光华路

A芬兰大使馆4.9 km

1 光华路
Mo-Fr 08:30-12:00, 13:00-16:45; PH off

A秘鲁大使馆5.4 km

1-91 Sanlitun Diplomatic Compound 北京市
Mo-Fr 09:00-13:00, 14:00-17:00

A马耳他大使馆5.5 km

1-51, San Lit Tun Diplomatic office building Gong Ti Bei Lu, Chaoyang District

A卢森堡大使馆5.5 km

2A Gong Ti Bei Lu Beijing

Police — Beijing9
P北京公安局天安门分局0.7 km

near 新大路

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P安定门派出所3.9 km

11号 豆腐池胡同

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P北新桥派出所4.2 km

near 西羊管胡同

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P北京市西城区城市管理监察大队牛街分队4.4 km

15 牛街

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P派出所4.5 km

near 东扬威街

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P东直门派出所4.5 km

near 十字坡街

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PPolice Station5.1 km
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P展览路派出所5.4 km

near 百万庄大街

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P朝阳公安分局太阳宫派出所7.6 km

near 西坝河西路

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Transport — Beijing9
Stations 8
T天安门东0.2 km

near 东长安街

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T王府井0.7 km

near 王府井大街

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T天安门西1.0 km

near 西长安街

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T前门1.1 km

near 前门3号通道

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T东单1.3 km

near 建国门内大街

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T灯市口1.5 km

near 干面胡同

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T崇文门1.5 km

near 崇文门西大街

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T桥湾1.9 km

near 珠市口东大街

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Bus 1
T动物园枢纽站6.3 km

near 西直门外南路

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The next 7 days around Beijing Asia/ShanghaiMET Norway ↗read 16.10.2026

Sat 17 Oct13–17°showers · 57.0 mm
Sun 18 Oct10–17°partly cloudy
Mon 19 Oct8–17°overcast
Tue 20 Oct5–16°overcast
Wed 21 Oct3–14°clear
Thu 22 Oct4–13°partly cloudy
Fri 23 Oct6–16°clear

Forecast: MET Norway (Norwegian Meteorological Institute, CC BY 4.0), grouped by day and formatted by Maximum.

Nearest river dischargeOpen-Meteo ↗updated 16.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026

10-16 5.0 · 10-17 5.6 · 10-18 18.8 · 10-19 9.5 · 10-20 6.6 · 10-21 5.8 · 10-22 5.4 m³/s

Simulated discharge: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Emergency Management Service information 2026. For information only: this is not a flood warning; only national or regional authorities issue those.

No geolocated event in this country at this reading.

No geolocated UCDP incident in this country.

No news located around Beijing in this reading.

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National numbers (Wikidata, 2026 reading). On site, call local emergency services first, then Maximum: the insurer sends its payment guarantee to the hospital.

Recommended vaccines and medicines12

Routine vaccinesCDC ↗

Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before every trip. Some of these vaccines include Chickenpox (Varicella) Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis (DTaP, Tdap, or Td) Flu (influenza) Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) Polio Shingles

COVID-19CDC ↗

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please see  Your COVID-19 Vaccination  for more information.

ChikungunyaCDC ↗

All travelers should take steps to prevent mosquito bites. Chikungunya vaccination is generally not recommended. Travelers who wish to consider vaccination can visit “What to consider before traveling” on the chikungunya vaccines page to learn more.

Hepatitis ACDC ↗

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to China. Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series. Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.

Hepatitis BCDC ↗

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers of all ages traveling to China.

Japanese EncephalitisCDC ↗

Recommended for travelers who Are moving to an area with Japanese encephalitis to live Spend long periods of time, such as a month or more, in areas with Japanese encephalitis Frequently travel to areas with Japanese encephalitis Consider vaccination for travelers Spending less than a month in areas with Japanese encephalitis but will be doing activities that increase risk of infection, such as visiting rural areas,…

MeaslesCDC ↗

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.

MonkeypoxCDC ↗

Monkeypox vaccination is recommended for any adult who anticipates any of the following activities during travel: Sexual or intimate contact with a new partner Sexual or intimate contact at a commercial sex venue, like a sex club or bathhouse Sexual or intimate contact in exchange for money, goods, drugs, or other trade Sexual or intimate contact in association with a large public event, such as a rave, party, or…

RabiesCDC ↗

Dogs infected with rabies are commonly found in China. Rabies is also present in some terrestrial wildlife species. If rabies exposures occur while in China, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.

Tick-borne EncephalitisCDC ↗

For travelers moving or traveling to TBE-endemic areas TBE vaccine is recommended for persons who will have extensive exposure to ticks based on their planned outdoor activities and itinerary. TBE vaccine may be considered for persons who might engage in outdoor activities in areas ticks are likely to be found.

TyphoidCDC ↗

Consider getting a typhoid vaccine if you might: Travel to areas with poor sanitation and unsafe water, including rural areas Spend a long time in China, such as a month or more Visit friends or relatives Typhoid vaccine is not 100% effective. Practicing safe food and water habits , including washing hands at key times , can also help prevent typhoid fever .

Yellow FeverCDC ↗

CDC recommendations: Vaccine is not recommended. Country entry requirements: Direct travel from United States: Vaccine is not required.

CDC Travelers' Health, re-read weekly — the recommendation depends on your age, vaccines and itinerary: confirm it with a doctor or a travel clinic 4 to 6 weeks before departure.CDC ↗read 10.10.2026

Diseases without a vaccine — how they spread

Avoid contaminated food and water
  • Leptospirosis — Touching urine or other body fluids from an animal infected with leptospirosis Swimming or wading in urine-contaminated fresh water, or contact with urine-contaminated mud Drinking water or eating foo
  • Schistosomiasis — Wading, swimming, bathing, or washing in contaminated freshwater streams, rivers, ponds, lakes, or untreated pools.
Avoid bugs
  • Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic fever — Tick bite  Touching the body fluids of a person or animal infected with CCHF
  • Dengue — Mosquito bite
  • Leishmaniasis — Sand fly bite
Airborne & droplet
  • Hantavirus — Breathing in air or accidentally eating food contaminated with the urine, droppings, or saliva of infected rodents Bite from an infected rodent Less commonly, being around someone sick with hantavirus
  • Tuberculosis (TB) — Breathe in TB bacteria that is in the air from an infected and contagious person coughing, speaking, or singing.

Risks in figures

Tuberculosis — cases per 100,000
China49 2024
Switzerland5 2024
France8 2024

Moderate incidence: nothing special for a short stay.

Children vaccinated against measles (%)
China95 2024
Switzerland96 2024
France95 2024

High coverage.

Malaria — cases per 1,000 people at risk
China0.0 2024

Very low or no transmission.

World Bank — latest published valuedata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026

The official advice, in full

Source: France Diplomatie (health advice, in French).

In brief
  • Consult your doctor or an international vaccination centre before departure to assess your health and receive vaccination recommendations. France Diplomatie
  • Ensure you are up to date with French vaccination calendar, particularly against diphtheria, tetanus, poliomyelitis, pertussis and measles; your vaccination record may be requested upon arrival. France Diplomatie
  • Carry only necessary medications in original packaging with original labels, accompanied by a prescription with international non-proprietary names; verify medications are authorised in your destination country. France Diplomatie
  • When ascending above 2,500 metres, limit physical exertion on first days and ascend slowly, gaining no more than 400 metres elevation between consecutive nights; descend immediately if experiencing respiratory or neurological symptoms. France Diplomatie
  • Protect against mosquito bites by wearing long clothing, applying repellent to exposed skin, using insecticide-treated nets and eliminating standing water around accommodation. France Diplomatie
  • Drink only bottled water or boiled water; wash fruits and vegetables thoroughly; avoid raw or undercooked animal products, cold buffets and reheated dishes. France Diplomatie

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

WHO: no outbreak reported for this country in the last 24 months (Disease Outbreak News).who.int ↗read 15.10.2026

FDFA (Switzerland) — medical care, in French

Medical care

En dehors des grandes villes et de leur agglomération, les soins médicaux ne sont pas toujours assurés. Il peut arriver que les personnes qui sont Rhésus négatif aient des difficultés à obtenir une transfusion sanguine. Les hôpitaux exigent parfois une garantie financière avant de commencer un traitement (paiement d’avance). Si vous prenez régulièrement des médicaments , emportez-en une quantité suffisante avec vous. N'oubliez toutefois pas que l'importation de médicaments contenant des stupéfiants (p. ex. méthadone) ou l’importation de substances utilisées pour traiter des troubles psychiques est soumise à des prescriptions spéciales dans de nombreux pays. Le cas échéant, renseignez-vous à ce sujet, avant le départ, auprès de la représentation étrangère compétente (ambassade ou consulat) et consultez la rubrique Liens voyages , où vous trouverez, entre autres, de plus amples informations sur ce thème ainsi que sur la médecine du voyage en général. Les informations concernant la propagation de maladies et les éventuelles mesures de protection à prendre sont fournies par le personnel médical et les centres de vaccination. Liens voyages

France Diplomatiesource ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 15.10.2026

Recommandations pour la santé

Consulter si besoin son médecin traitant ou un centre de vaccinations internationales (médecine des voyages) pour faire une évaluation de son état de santé et bénéficier de recommandations sanitaires, notamment sur les vaccinations. Consulter éventuellement son dentiste avant le départ.

Constituer sa pharmacie personnelle en conséquence et n’emporter dans ses bagages que les médicaments strictement nécessaires ; ne jamais consommer de médicaments achetés dans la rue (risque de contrefaçons). Les médicaments doivent être dans leur emballage d’origine avec les étiquettes originales, accompagnés d’une ordonnance portant le nom des médicaments en dénomination commune internationale (DCI). Il est indispensable de vérifier que les médicaments concernés sont autorisés dans le pays visité : pour plus d’informations, consulter la fiche Informations pratiques .

La situation sanitaire du pays, plus particulièrement dans les campagnes, reste encore déficiente, avec d’importantes variations selon les régions (risque important d’infection dans les zones tropicales ou subtropicales, presque nul sur le plateau tibétain ou celui, encore plus aride, du Xinjiang). Cette situation ne présente pas, toutefois, un risque important pour le voyageur de passage, à condition que soient respectées quelques précautions de base, telles que laver soigneusement les fruits et les légumes (cf. ci-après).

Vaccinations

Les vaccins recommandés en France sont également indispensables lors d’un séjour à l’étranger : les maladies qu’ils préviennent circulent partout dans le monde, parfois même plus fréquemment qu’en France. Avant tout départ, le voyageur (adulte et enfant) doit donc d’abord s’assurer d’être à jour du calendrier vaccinal français, en particulier des vaccins contre la diphtérie, le tétanos, la poliomyélite, la coqueluche mais aussi contre la rougeole. Le carnet de vaccination peut être demandé à l’arrivée de certains pays.

Des vaccinations complémentaires peuvent être nécessaires :

  • Fièvre jaune : obligatoire pour les voyageurs en provenance de zones d’endémie, y compris les voyageurs ayant transité plus de 12h dans un aéroport de ce pays ;
  • Hépatite A : en fonction des conditions et de la durée de séjour ;
  • Fièvre typhoïde : en fonction des conditions et de la durée de séjour ;
  • Tuberculose : chez les enfants de moins de 15 ans en cas de séjours fréquents ou prolongés ;
  • Rage : notamment enfants en bas âge, séjour en milieu rural ou éloigné des villes principales ;
  • Chikungunya : en cas d’épidémie ou de séjour prolongé ;
  • Dengue : en cas d’épidémie active ou de séjour prolongé en zone endémique ;
  • Encéphalite japonaise : en fonction des conditions et de la durée du séjour ;
  • Hépatite B : en cas de séjours fréquents ou prolongés ;

Il est donc conseillé de consulter son médecin traitant ou un centre de vaccinations internationales (médecine des voyages) suffisamment de temps avant le voyage.

Maladies transmises par les moustiques

Chikungunya

La chikungunya est une maladie virale transmise par l’intermédiaire de moustiques infectés. Cette maladie se manifeste par l’apparition de symptômes grippaux (fièvre, douleurs musculaires et articulaires). En cas de signes cliniques, il est impératif de consulter immédiatement un médecin ; le traitement est uniquement symptomatique. Les moyens de prévention reposent sur la vaccination et la protection contre les piqûres de moustiques. Il est conseillé avant le départ de se référer à son médecin traitant et/ou à un centre de vaccination internationale.

Pour plus d’informations , consulter la rubrique risques sanitaires .

Dengue

La dengue est une maladie virale transmise par piqûres de moustiques. Les symptômes sont de type grippal (fièvre, maux de tête, courbatures, parfois éruption cutanée). En cas de signes cliniques, il est impératif de consulter immédiatement un médecin. Il n’existe pas de traitement curatif. La prise en charge médicale repose uniquement sur le traitement des symptômes. Il faut impérativement éviter la prise d’anti-inflammatoire. La prévention individuelle repose essentiellement sur les moyens de protection contre les piqûres de moustiques. La vaccination des voyageurs peut être indiquée dans certains cas. Il est conseillé de se référer, avant son départ, à son médecin traitant et /ou à un centre de vaccination internationale.

Pour plus d’informations, consulter le site du ministère de la Santé et le site de l’Organisation mondiale de la Santé .

Les autorités sanitaires de la province du Guangdong ont noté une recrudescence des cas de dengue depuis le début de l’année 2019 et lancé une campagne de prévention et d’éradication des vecteurs.

Encéphalite japonaise

L’encéphalite japonaise est une infection virale grave…

Mal des montagnes

Le mal aigu des montagnes (MAM) est une maladie survenant en haute altitude (plus de 2 500 mètres de hauteur) lorsque l’organisme n’a pas eu le temps de s’acclimater au manque d’oxygène consécutif à la baisse de pression. Il peut se manifester par des troubles de type respiratoires (essoufflement) et/ou neurologiques (maux de tête, nausées, vomissements, troubles du sommeil) qui peuvent être transitoires ou s’aggraver et conduire au décès.

L’identification des symptômes du mal des montagnes peut être difficile : il est essentiel de communiquer en permanence, sans restriction, sur son état physique. De surcroît, les capacités de réflexion et d’action d’une victime du mal aigu des montagnes peuvent être altérées. En cas de survenue de symptômes il est recommandé d’interrompre l’ascension, de redescendre le plus rapidement possible à une altitude inférieure, au minimum en dessous de 4000 mètres, avec un accompagnant et de consulter un médecin.

Toute personne, quelle que soit sa condition physique et son habitude de la randonnée en altitude, peut être confrontée au mal des montagnes. La prévention repose sur des règles essentielles :

  • Une adaptation progressive à l’altitude en limitant les efforts physiques les premiers jours ;
  • Une ascension lente et progressive (pas plus de 400 m de dénivelé positif entre deux nuits consécutives à partir de 2 500 m) ;
  • Une hydratation régulière en évitant les boissons alcoolisées et repas copieux ;
  • Ne jamais abandonner une personne malade.

Les excursions et randonnées en altitude doivent faire l’objet d’un avis médical spécialisé avant le départ. La haute altitude est déconseillée pour les enfants. La grossesse ainsi que la notion d’antécédents cardiaques, pulmonaires, neurologiques ou rénaux constituent une…

Mesures générales de prévention des piqûres de moustiques
  • Porter des vêtements longs et couvrants ;
  • Appliquer des produits répulsifs cutanés sur les zones découvertes du corps ;
  • Protéger son logement (moustiquaires imprégnées d’insecticide, diffuseurs électriques, serpentins à l’extérieur, climatisation, etc.) ;
  • Détruire les sites potentiels de reproduction des moustiques (récipients d’eau stagnante comme les soucoupes sous les pots de fleurs, les gouttières, les pneus, etc.).

Pour plus d’informations, consulter le site du ministère en charge de la Santé et le site de l'Assurance Maladie .

Règles d'hygiène alimentaire
  • Se laver les mains régulièrement avec de l’eau et du savon ou des solutions de lavage hydroalcooliques, surtout avant et après les repas et le passage aux toilettes ;
  • Veiller à la qualité des aliments et surtout à leur bonne cuisson ;
  • Éviter la consommation de produits alimentaires (poisson, viande, volaille, lait) crus ou peu cuits ;
  • Peler les fruits et légumes ou les laver soigneusement (à l’eau saine) ;
  • Éviter les crudités, coquillages, plats réchauffés et buffets froids ;
  • Ne boire que de l’eau ou des boissons encapsulées ou de l’eau rendue potable (filtration, ébullition ou à défaut produit désinfectant).

Pour plus d’informations, consulter le site du ministère en charge de la Santé .

Health — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 27.08.2026 · read 15.10.2026

Health — Foreign Office

Before you travel check that:

  • your destination can provide the healthcare you may need
  • you have appropriate travel insurance for local treatment or unexpected medical evacuation

This is particularly important if you have a health condition or are pregnant.

Emergency medical number

Call 120 and ask for an ambulance.

Contact your insurance company quickly if you’re referred to a medical facility for treatment.

Vaccine recommendations and health risks

At least 8 weeks before your trip:

  • check the latest vaccine recommendations for China
  • see where to get vaccines and whether you have to pay on the NHS travel vaccinations page

Altitude sickness is a risk in parts of China. Read more about altitude sickness on TravelHealthPro .

See what health risks you’ll face in China , including:

  • avian influenza
  • dengue – present in Guangdong Province and some other parts of China, mainly during the rainy season from May to November

Tap water is generally not safe to drink. Only drink bottled water.

Medication

The legal status and regulation of some medicines prescribed or bought in the UK can be different in other countries.

If you’re take prescription medication, make sure you bring enough with you or have access to a supply in China. Certain medicines may not be available and you may be not allowed to bring others into the country. For more information, check with your GP and the Chinese Embassy before travelling.

Read best practice when travelling with medicines on TravelHealthPro .

Healthcare in China

Healthcare is not free in China and can be very expensive. Make sure you have appropriate travel and medical insurance covering healthcare and medical evacuation and repatriation. For more information, see medical treatment in China .

FCDO has a list of doctors and medical facilities in China where some staff will speak English.

Travel and mental health

Read FCDO guidance on travel and mental health . There is also mental health guidance on TravelHealthPro .

TravelHealthPro ↗

Places read from OpenStreetMap, within a circle of about 12 km: phone, email, address, website and hours when the source publishes them. No customer reviews, that source has none. Straight-line distances.

The comparator

What is your current insurance?

The verdict
No area exclusion at this level — but three written limits: deductible and prior approval, 90-day cap, advance under conditions.
Exact wording (official French text): « Des Voyages vers des pays où Votre gouvernement a conseillé de ne pas voyager » — general exclusion n° 11, applying to ALL travel covers.
Line by line
Cover
With your Amex Platinum
Territorial exclusion at this level
No territorial exclusion at this level — the clause targets countries your government advised against travelling to
Covered — the core of the Maximum contract
Medical expenses cap abroad
€2M — but 10% deductible (€150–500), insurer's prior approval, trip paid with the Card
EUR 1.5M emergency medical expenses
Hospital deposit before admission
Advance possible — prior approval required before care
Direct payment guarantee: the insurer settles the hospital
Trip duration covered
Maximum 90 consecutive days per trip
12 months, unlimited trips
Visa certificate (incl. Schengen)
Not provided
Official named certificate, issued on payment

Notices vary by bank and vintage — yours prevails. On the right: the Maximum contract (public documents).

Where to go, where not to

No whole region is advised against, but Global Affairs Canada advises against specific areas (border zone, locality, route…): the map does not draw them, their text is quoted below.

In brief
  • Avoid non-essential travel to Gyirong County due to severe flash flooding and mudslide damage with continued risk of further flooding and mudslides. Global Affairs Canada

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

Beijing is in no region these official readings advise against; check that it is not in one of the areas quoted below.The red dot on the map. Change the city at the top of the page to read the map from another point.
Xinjiang — Country-wide vigilanceTibet — Country-wide vigilanceInner Mongolia — Country-wide vigilanceGansu — Country-wide vigilanceYunnan — Country-wide vigilanceHeilongjiang — Country-wide vigilanceJilin — Country-wide vigilanceLiaoning — Country-wide vigilanceGuangxi — Country-wide vigilanceGuangdong — Country-wide vigilanceHainan — Country-wide vigilanceFujian — Country-wide vigilanceZhejiang — Country-wide vigilanceShanghai — Country-wide vigilanceJiangsu — Country-wide vigilanceShandong — Country-wide vigilanceHebei — Country-wide vigilanceTianjin — Country-wide vigilanceBeijing — Country-wide vigilanceSichuan — Country-wide vigilanceChongqing — Country-wide vigilanceGuizhou — Country-wide vigilanceHunan — Country-wide vigilanceNingxia — Country-wide vigilanceShaanxi — Country-wide vigilanceQinghai — Country-wide vigilanceShanxi — Country-wide vigilanceJiangxi — Country-wide vigilanceHenan — Country-wide vigilanceHubei — Country-wide vigilanceAnhui — Country-wide vigilanceBeijing
Country-wide vigilanceBeijingNone of the readings checked (Global Affairs Canada, Foreign Office and France Diplomatie) names a region: the whole country keeps the “country-wide vigilance” colour. Boundaries: Natural Earth. The areas quoted without a region are not drawn: they do not follow regional boundaries.
Advised against — all but essential travel — areas, not drawn1
Global Affairs Canada — Avoid non-essential travel to Gyirong County due to severe flash flooding and mudslide damage, as well as the…
Country-wide vigilance
the whole country, including Beijing
So:

specific areas are advised against; check the itinerary against their text below and record the decision in writing.

US03.09.2026
Level 2 of 4Exercise increased caution
FR05.03.2026
No red or orange areaThe security page lists no red or orange area.Your region (Beijing): not covered
GB27.08.2026
No area coveredYour region (Beijing): not covered
CA14.10.2026
Exercise a high degree of cautionYour region (Beijing): not covered

The official text

Official passages not placed on the map1

Global Affairs Canada — Advised against — all but essential travel
Avoid non-essential travel to Gyirong County due to severe flash flooding and mudslide damage, as well as the continued risk of further flooding and mudslides.

Maximum does not exclude these areas.The VIP Pack covers care and repatriation there. Still enforceable: sanctions and embargoes, and a country already at war at departure. Extraction and security belong to the VIP Pack Extreme, upon eligibility. See My cover

Global Affairs Canada — Open Government Licence – Canada (14.10.2026) · Foreign Office — Open Government Licence v3.0 · France Diplomatie (05.03.2026) · Natural Earth

No located event in this reading.

What is flagged right nowForeign Office ↗updated 27.08.2026 · read 15.10.2026

Typhoons The typhoon season in China normally runs from May to November, affecting southern and eastern coastal regions. Air travel and other forms of transport can be affected. Monitor the progress of approaching storms on the Japan Meteorological Agency and the China Meteorological Administration websites. See guidance on tropical cyclones for advice about what to do if you are caught in a typhoon.

Last change: "Updated information on Warnings and insurance"

China - Level 2: Exercise Increased CautionState Department ↗updated 03.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026

Updated 03.09.2026

Exercise increased caution in mainland China due to the arbitrary enforcement of local laws, the use of exit bans without a fair and transparent process under the law, and the risk of unjust arrest or detention . Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.

Exercise increased caution in mainland China due to the arbitrary enforcement of local laws, the use of exit bans without a fair and transparent process under the law, and the risk of unjust arrest or detention.

Expansive national security, counterespionage, and data security laws grant Chinese officials broad discretion to detain or interrogate foreign nationals. This places U.S. citizens at risk for conducting even routine business, research, or expression in the public domain.

The following may be targeted by Chinese authorities:

  • U.S. citizens of Chinese heritage or origin
  • Anyone involved in business disputes or who has ties to U.S. corporate entities involved in business disputes in China
  • Anyone with a current or prior affiliation with U.S. law enforcement, U.S. military, or U.S. intelligence agencies
  • Anyone traveling on U.S. government-funded programs
  • Individuals with current or former connections to the U.S. government

Ability to provide emergency consular services in some regions, especially in the Tibet Autonomous Region, is severely limited.

U.S. government employees must follow the policies established by their Department or Agency regarding official or personal travel to China.

Exercise increased caution in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR) due to the arbitrary enforcement of local laws.

Reconsider travel to Macau Special Administrative Region (SAR) due to a limited ability to provide emergency consular services. Exercise increased caution due to the arbitrary enforcement of local laws.

  • Review specific risks and conditions in each jurisdiction.

Mainland China – Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

Arbitrary enforcement of local laws

The government of China arbitrarily enforces local laws. It may issue exit bans on U.S. citizens and citizens of other countries without fair and transparent processes under the law.

National security laws

Chinese law includes an expansive definition of national security and grants Chinese officials with broad discretion to portray a wide range of documents, data, statistics, or materials as…

Nepal: Flash Floods - Aug 2026ReliefWeb ↗read 16.10.20262026-08-26

Source: ReliefWeb (OCHA), via HDX — CC BY

Nearest river dischargeOpen-Meteo ↗updated 16.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026

10-16 5.0 · 10-17 5.6 · 10-18 18.8 · 10-19 9.5 · 10-20 6.6 · 10-21 5.8 · 10-22 5.4 m³/s

Simulated discharge: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Emergency Management Service information 2026. For information only: this is not a flood warning; only national or regional authorities issue those.

Where, exactly?

What the national level does not tell you

The level is national. Risk areas are in the state advisories below.

  • U.S. State Department — the full advisory details the regions concerned and the reasons (crime, terrorism, kidnapping, civil unrest) (read the advisory)
  • Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (United Kingdom) — the United Kingdom advises against no travel to this country · reviewed 27 August 2026
    Last announced change : « "Updated information on Warnings and insurance" » (read the advisory)
  • France Diplomatie — France classifies no area of this country as red or orange (see the Security page)

No major event in progress is located in this country at this morning's check.

Safety in figures
Intentional homicides per 100,000 people
China0.5 2020
Switzerland0.6 2023
France1.3 2023
Road traffic deaths per 100,000 people
China17.4 2019
Switzerland2.2 2019
France5.1 2019

Reading: The homicide rate is in the same range as Switzerland or France. On the road, 8 times more deaths than in Switzerland: road crashes are the leading cause of death of healthy travellers (CDC) — seat belt, no night driving, a driver or a taxi from a rank.

World Bank (UNODC for homicides, WHO for roads) — latest published valuedata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026

What we locate on the map are events in progress that have real coordinates: USGS earthquakes, GDACS disasters, NOAA storms and open NASA EONET events. Hover a dot for details, click to open it in this briefing.

I travel on a passportEach government writes for its own nationals. The advisory that counts for you — and for your policy's clauses — is your country's.

French passport — France Diplomatie

In brief
  • Xinjiang region is under enhanced alert status. Frequent checkpoints control all foreign movements; only authorized hotels accommodate foreigners. Avoid crowded places and gatherings; border zone access may require special permits. France Diplomatie
  • Tibet access requires a Chinese visa plus a special prior authorization obtained through a government-licensed tourism agency, with mandatory guide accompaniment for all trips. France Diplomatie
  • Multiple districts in Qinghai province are closed to foreigners, including Xining city, Huangyuan, Datong, and Huangzhong counties, plus specified areas in Haidong, Hainan, Haibei, Haixi and Guoluo prefectures. France Diplomatie
  • China's southern coast faces approximately ten typhoons yearly between May and November, affecting Zhejiang province, southern coasts, Canton, Hong Kong and Macao with violent winds and heavy rainfall. France Diplomatie
  • Drug possession, trafficking and use of any kind, including cannabis, face zero tolerance with penalties up to death. French nationals must exercise strict discretion when choosing establishments to frequent. France Diplomatie
  • Hong Kong national security legislation applies to foreign nationals including for activities outside Hong Kong. Political statements on social media may trigger criminal prosecution. France Diplomatie

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

The security page lists no red or orange area.France Diplomatie ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 15.10.2026

Chine

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Zones de vigilance

Dernière actualisation le 05/03/2026, information toujours valable à la date du jour

Chine continentale

L’ensemble du territoire chinois est placé en vigilance normale ( vert ), à l’exception de la région autonome ouïghoure du Xinjiang, placée en vigilance renforcée ( jaune ).

Des restrictions d’accès à certaines zones ou à certains sites peuvent intervenir de manière permanente (cf. ci-après) ou ponctuelle (en cas de troubles sociaux notamment). L’entrée, même involontaire, dans des zones d’exclusion expose les contrevenants à des amendes, voire à des interpellations. Les conditions d’accès aux différents sites et régions sont susceptibles d’évoluer et doivent être vérifiées auprès de l’Ambassade de Chine en France, de son agence de voyage ou des autorités locales. Les indications ci-dessous sont fournies à titre indicatif.

Région autonome ouïghoure du Xinjiang

La région autonome ouïghoure du Xinjiang a été le théâtre d’attentats dans les années 2010. Des troubles parfois violents ont éclaté dans différentes localités de la région, notamment dans les préfectures de Kashgar, de Hotan, de Turpan et d’Aksu. Les contrôles et check-points sont toujours très fréquents sur l’ensemble du territoire et les étrangers systématiquement contrôlés dans leurs déplacements. Seuls quelques hôtels ont l’autorisation des autorités pour accueillir les étrangers. Les déplacements et visites des touristes étrangers ne sont pas libres et se font régulièrement sous contrôle d’une présence policière visible. Les contrôles peuvent parfois être inopinés (cas signalés de contrôle pendant la nuit à l’hôtel). Les personnes qui seraient amenées à se déplacer dans cette région sont invitées à faire preuve de discrétion et de la plus grande vigilance, notamment dans les lieux très fréquentés, et à se tenir à l’écart d’éventuels rassemblements ou manifestations. Par ailleurs, l’accès aux zones frontalières peut être subordonné à l’obtention d’un laissez-passer (se renseigner localement auprès des agences de voyage).

Région autonome du Tibet

L’accès au Tibet est soumis, en sus du visa pour la Chine, à l’obtention préalable (depuis l’étranger ou depuis la Chine) d’une autorisation spéciale par l’intermédiaire d’une agence de tourisme détentrice d’une licence gouvernementale. La présence d’un guide est obligatoire, qu’il s’agisse d’un voyage individuel ou de groupe.

Province du Qinghai

Plusieurs districts ou communes sont interdits d’accès aux étrangers. Il s’agit de la ville de Xining, des comtés (xian) de Huangyuan, de Datong (Laoyeshan est la seule zone autorisée) et de Huangzhong (Ta’ersi - le monastère de Kumbum - est la seule zone autorisée) ; dans la préfecture de Haidong, le comté de Huzhu ; dans la préfecture de Hainan, le comté de Guinan ; dans la préfecture de Haibei, les comtés de Qilian, de Haiyan et de Menyuan ; dans la préfecture de Haixi, la ville de Delingha, les comtés administratifs de Lenghu, Mangya et Dachaidan ainsi que le comté de Tianjun ; dans la préfecture de Guoluo, les comtés de Dari, Banma et Gande.

Région autonome de Mongolie intérieure

Les arrondissements de Eqinaqi et Siziwangqi sont interdits d’accès au public. Il est conseillé aux voyageurs souhaitant visiter des zones éloignées des centres urbains de bien s’assurer du sérieux de leur agence locale de tourisme.

Province du Sichuan

Les autorités du Sichuan peuvent restreindre momentanément l’accès à certaines préfectures ou certains districts. Sont surtout concernés les districts de Ganzi, Aba ou Litang, situés au nord et à l’ouest de la province. Ces restrictions interviennent notamment au moment du Nouvel an tibétain (entre février et mars) ou à l’occasion de certaines dates anniversaires.

Provinces du Liaoning et du Jilin

Dans les zones frontalières de la Corée du nord, en particulier aux abords du fleuve Yalu et Tumen, il convient d’observer les règles édictées par les autorités locales (pas de photographies ou de prise d’image de la frontière lorsque cela est interdit) et d’éviter de monter dans des embarcations qui vous proposent de s’approcher au plus près du territoire nord-coréen.

Grande muraille

Dans certaines provinces et dans la municipalité de Pékin, seuls les sites officiellement ouverts au tourisme peuvent être visités. Des incidents ont été rapportés du fait de visites sur des sites interdits au public. En raison d’une politique de sauvegarde de sections non-rénovées de la muraille, celles-ci sont interdites d’accès et de fortes amendes sont désormais appliquées pour les contrevenants.

Risques naturels

Séismes

La Chine, y compris Hong Kong et Macao, est exposée à un important risque de tremblements de terre. Les principales zones sismiques sont le Heilongjiang, le Sichuan, l’ouest du Yunnan, les bassins du Yangtsé, la province du Hebei et la région de Pékin. Pour plus d’informations sur la conduite à tenir en cas de séisme, se reporter à la fiche réflexe de ce site dans la rubrique Infos pratiques .

Typhons

Chaque année, le littoral méridional de la Chine est affecté, entre les mois de mai et novembre, par une dizaine de typhons en moyenne, caractérisés par des vents violents et de fortes précipitations. Ce phénomène concerne surtout les côtes de la province du Zhejiang ainsi que toute la côte méridionale, dont Canton, Hong Kong et Macao. Des informations sur la conduite à tenir en cas de typhon sont disponibles dans la rubrique Infos pratiques ainsi que sur le site du consulat général de France à Hong Kong .

Des informations sur les conditions météorologiques nationales et locales ainsi que des conseils utiles peuvent être trouvés sur les sites Internet suivants : site de la China Meteorological Administration -en chinois et en anglais ; TV5 Monde , rubrique "Météo Internationale" (en français) ; site de l’ Organisation météorologique internationale comportant une rubrique sur les typhons -en anglais.

Par ailleurs, l’agence météo japonaise est mandatée par l’agence météo internationale pour le suivi des typhons sur la zone Pacifique Nord-Ouest (incluant la Chine). Le site suivant présente en anglais les prévisions d’évolution des typhons sur cette zone : [ https://www.jma.go.jp/bosai/map.html#5/34.5/137/&elem=typhoon_all&typhoon=all&contents=typhoon&lang=en ].

Terrorisme

Le risque d’attentats terroristes est très faible.

Recommandations générales
  • Il est conseillé de conserver son passeport sur soi (l’original étant exigé en cas de contrôle) et d’en laisser une copie en lieu sûr. En cas de perte ou de vol de passeport, il est indispensable d’obtenir un visa de sortie du territoire sur un nouveau passeport ( procédure sur le site de l’ambassade de France en Chine).
  • L’usage, la détention et le trafic de stupéfiants de quelque nature que ce soit (cannabis inclus) sont sévèrement réprimés en Chine. La tolérance zéro est strictement appliquée et les peines encourues peuvent aller jusqu'à la peine de mort.
  • Des campagnes sont lancées régulièrement contre les établissements se livrant à des activités illégales. Les ressortissants français, qu’ils soient résidents ou de passage, sont invités à faire preuve du plus grand discernement dans le choix des établissements qu’ils fréquentent durant leur séjour.
  • La police peut être jointe en appelant le 110 (agent de police parlant anglais).

En cas d’agression, composer immédiatement le 110 pour déposer plainte auprès de la police locale, filmer si possible les protagonistes avec un téléphone portable, puis aviser le consulat général de France si nécessaire.

Dépôt de plainte
  • Les commissariats chinois refusent dans la plupart des cas de prendre la plainte d’un étranger victime d’un délit mineur et de remettre au plaignant un récépissé de refus de dépôt de plainte comme la loi les y oblige. Lorsque la plainte est prise, c’est le plus souvent sous forme d’une simple « main-courante » n’ouvrant pas droit à enquête de police.
  • En cas de contentieux, il est vivement recommandé de faire appel à un avocat associé à un cabinet français qui sert de conseil ou d’intermédiaire (une liste figure sur le site de l’ambassade ). Les avocats étrangers ne sont en effet pas autorisés à plaider devant une cour chinoise, au civil comme au pénal.
  • Éviter les affrontements, provocations et gestes agressifs qui peuvent facilement envenimer la situation. Lors d’incidents, avec les chauffeurs de taxi ou d’autres conducteurs notamment, les situations peuvent facilement dégénérer et engendrer des conséquences graves (détention prolongée, lourdes amendes).
  • Vérifier les conditions d’accès à certains sites / certaines régions auprès de l’ambassade de Chine en France ou de l’agence de voyage organisant le déplacement. Les voyageurs doivent, dans tous les cas, se conformer strictement aux instructions et aux recommandations en vigueur.

2 - Hong Kong Législation en matière de sécurité nationale

Les termes de la législation en matière de sécurité nationale, sont applicables aux ressortissants étrangers, y compris au titre d’activités ayant eu lieu hors de Hong Kong. Les prises de position politiques, y compris sur les réseaux sociaux, sont susceptibles d’entrer dans son champ d’application et de faire l’objet de poursuites pénales.

Plus d’informations et coordonnées sur le site du Consulat général de France .

Recommandations générales

En cas d’accident…

Full text of the Security pagediplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 15.10.2026

Swiss passport — FDFA (Switzerland), in French

In brief
  • Avoid all demonstrations in Hong Kong and China; national security laws punish secession, subversion, and foreign collusion with sentences up to life imprisonment, with vague definitions and extraterritorial application. DFAE
  • Travel to Tibet Autonomous Region only through approved travel agencies; mandatory security controls apply and local authority instructions must be strictly followed. DFAE
  • Exercise extreme caution in Xinjiang Autonomous Region due to ethnic tensions, frequent checkpoints with body searches, and curfews; follow all local authority instructions. DFAE
  • Avoid India-China border zones and ceasefire lines due to occasional armed incidents; check security situation with local forces near Myanmar border. DFAE
  • Coastal regions, especially south and southeast, experience regular typhoons causing significant damage; monitor meteorological forecasts from China Meteorological Administration or Hong Kong Observatory. DFAE
  • Outside cities, roads are poorly maintained with Chinese-only signage; hire a car with driver; in remote areas, international phone and internet access may be blocked. DFAE

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

FDFA update note — Ces conseils pour les voyages ont été publiés avec des modifications marginales. (published 10.06.2026)

General assessment

Les voyages en Chine sont en principe considérés comme sûrs. Des manifestations et affrontements avec les services de sécurité peuvent se produire sporadiquement. Évitez les manifestations de tout genre, et conformez-vous aux instructions des autorités locales. Dans ce pays comme ailleurs, le risque d’attentats terroristes ne peut être exclu. La rubrique terrorisme et enlèvements attire l'attention sur les risques liés au terrorisme. Terrorisme et enlèvements Les voyages touristiques dans certaines régions qui connaissent de fortes tensions, notamment dans la Région Autonome du Tibet, peuvent être soumis à des restrictions à court terme. Établissez votre programme en concertation avec votre tour-opérateur et restez en contact avec lui.

Specific regional risks

La description des zones à risques repose sur des données approximatives; les risques ne peuvent se restreindre à des zones délimitées. Hong Kong: La loi et le règlement sur la protection de la sécurité nationale punissent sévèrement, entre autres, la sécession, la subversion du pouvoir de l'État, la conspiration avec des États étrangers ainsi que le vol de secrets d'État, avec des peines pouvant aller jusqu'à la réclusion à perpétuité. Du fait que les infractions sont formulées de manière vague, leur interprétation reste incertaine. De plus, des actes commis en dehors du territoire chinois peuvent également être poursuivis, ce qui peut entraîner des conséquences pénales lors de l'entrée dans le pays. Evitez les manifestations quelles qu'elles soient et suivez les instructions des autorités locales. Région Autonome du Tibet et les provinces de Gansu, Qinghai, Sichuan et Yunnan: Les voyages dans la Région autonome du Tibet ne sont possibles que par l'intermédiaire d'agences de voyage agréées. Des contrôles de sécurité renforcés peuvent avoir lieu. Les instructions des autorités doivent être strictement respectées. Région Autonome du Xinjiang: La relation entre les différentes ethnies est tendue depuis des années. Par le passé, de nombreuses personnes ont perdu la vie ou ont été blessées lors des émeutes et des violences dans cette province. Dans la région Autonome du Xinjiang, il faut de plus en plus franchir des postes de contrôle (checkpoints). Souvent, les contrôles d’identité s’accompagnent de fouilles corporelles. Faites preuve d’une grande prudence au Xinjiang et suivez les instructions des autorités locales (couvre-feu, restrictions de voyage etc.). Zone frontalière avec l’Inde: Évitez les zones frontalières (ligne de cessez-le-feu) avec l’Inde; il y a occasionnellement des incidents armés. Région frontalière avec le Myanmar: Les activités des groupes armés au Myanmar peuvent également avoir des répercussions sur la région chinoise à proximité de la frontière. Renseignez-vous sur la situation auprès des forces de sécurité locales et faites preuve d’une prudence accrue.

Crime

Les crimes violents sont relativement rares. Observez toutefois les précautions d’usage pour éviter les vols à la tire et à l’arraché, en particulier lors d’importants rassemblements de personnes. Les attractions touristiques sont particulièrement concernées par les escroqueries.

Natural hazards

La Chine compte plusieurs zones sismiques . Sur les côtes, le risque de tsunami est donc également présent. Les tsunamis provoqués par des éruptions volcaniques ou des tremblements de terre dans la région du Pacifique peuvent également atteindre la Chine. De fortes pluies peuvent provoquer des inondations ainsi que des glissements de terrain et endommager les infrastructures. La circulation peut s’en trouver temporairement perturbée. Les régions côtières, notamment dans le sud et le sud-est du pays, sont régulièrement frappées par des typhons , qui peuvent causer des dommages considérables. Suivez les prévisions météorologiques et les avertissements et les instructions des autorités locales. Organisation météorologique mondiale (OMM) Public Weather Service Center, China Meteorological Administration Hong Kong Observatory : Tropical Cyclone Track Information Si une catastrophe naturelle devait se produire durant votre séjour, prenez immédiatement contact avec vos proches et suivez les instructions des autorités. En cas d'interruption des communications avec l'étranger, vous pouvez vous mettre en liaison avec la représentation suisse la plus proche (Ambassade à Beijing, Consulat général à Shanghai, Guangzhou ou à Hong Kong). Si vous vous rendez sur le plateau tibétain, prenez au sérieux les symptômes du mal des montagnes.

FDFA travel advice, in French, valid on 15.10.2026eda.admin.ch ↗updated 10.06.2026 · read 15.10.2026

British passport — Foreign Office (UK)

In brief
  • Heavy flooding and landslides struck Gyirong County in Shigatse, Tibet on 26 August 2026, damaging buildings and infrastructure; avoid affected areas and follow Chinese authorities' advice. Foreign Office
  • Typhoon season runs May to November in southern and eastern coastal regions; monitor Japan Meteorological Agency and China Meteorological Administration websites for storm progress. Foreign Office
  • Travel to Tibet and the Tibet Autonomous Region requires a permit obtained through a specialist travel agent in China and mandatory participation in an organised tour. Foreign Office
  • In Xinjiang, always carry your passport, expect airport-style security checks at public places, and avoid photographing protests, security officials, military installations or religious sites. Foreign Office
  • Terrorist attacks in China cannot be ruled out; exercise particular care during national holidays and at public transport hubs, and follow local authorities' advice. Foreign Office
  • Avoid all demonstrations and large gatherings in China; the authorities enforce public order strictly and may arrest, detain or deport foreign nationals participating. Foreign Office

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

Warnings — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 27.08.2026 · read 15.10.2026

Warnings — Foreign Office

This travel advice covers mainland China. See travel advice for the Special Administrative Regions, Hong Kong and Macao .

Flash floods along the Nepal-China border

On 26 August 2026, heavy flooding and landslides have caused widespread damage in Gyirong County in Shigatse, Tibet, near the Nepal border. Buildings, roads, other transport and communications infrastructure have been severely damaged.

The Chinese authorities and emergency services are responding. The authorities have warned of the risk of further flooding. The situation may change rapidly. Stay away from affected areas where possible. If you are travelling in the region, follow the advice of the Chinese government and local authorities and be alert to the changing situation.

If you are affected and need assistance from the UK government, call:

From China: +86 (0) 10 5192 4000

From the UK: +44 (0)20 7008 5000

Regional risks — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 27.08.2026 · read 15.10.2026

Regional risks — Foreign Office

This section has safety advice for regions of China. It only covers regions where FCDO has specific advice.

You should also read FCDO ’s overall travel advice and safety and security advice .

Tibet and the Tibet Autonomous Region ( TAR )

You must get a permit to travel to Tibet and the Tibet Autonomous Region ( TAR ) through a specialist travel agent in China. You must also travel on an organised tour. The Chinese authorities sometimes stop issuing permits without notice or restrict travel to Tibetan Autonomous Prefectures (TAPs) in neighbouring provinces, even if you have a permit. Check with tour operators or travel agents and other media for information.

Once in Tibet, avoid large public gatherings. Political and ethnic tensions have historically generated violent protests. Security measures will be tight. Unauthorised gatherings may be dispersed by force. Do not film or take photographs of public security forces or any altercations.

Local authorities will react negatively if you’re found carrying letters or packages from Tibetan nationals to be posted in other countries.

You must ask before you take photographs in Buddhist monasteries.

The ability of the British Embassy to help British nationals in the TAR is limited.

Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region

Violent unrest in Xinjiang has resulted in deaths. There are allegations that police use lethal force to disperse protests.

The Chinese authorities have a significant security presence throughout Xinjiang, both as a visible demonstration of state control and to respond quickly and harshly to any unexpected demonstrations or outbreaks of violence.

There have been widespread arbitrary arrests and extra-judicial detentions in Xinjiang, mainly affecting the local population, particularly Uyghurs and other ethnic minorities. You may be at increased risk if:

  • you’re of Turkic descent
  • you have lived previously in Xinjiang
  • your appearance or practices are perceived to be Muslim
  • you publicly participate in Islamic religious practices
  • you’re a foreign national

Expect airport-style security measures, including passport and security checks, at shopping centres, markets and parks. You may need to give the security forces your phone number, have your photograph taken and explain why you are travelling. Organisations monitoring facilities in Xinjiang are at risk of harassment and detention.

Always carry your passport and avoid all protests and large crowds. Do not photograph or film protests, large crowds, security officials or installations, or anything of a military nature. Mosques and other religious sites are also considered ‘sensitive’ by the authorities.

The ability of the British Embassy to help British nationals in Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region is limited.

China-Myanmar border

There is continuing violence on the Myanmar side of the China-Myanmar border, which has occasionally spilled over into China.

Safety — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 27.08.2026 · read 15.10.2026

Safety — Foreign Office

This guide also has safety advice for regions of China .

Terrorism

There is a high threat of terrorist attack globally affecting UK interests and British nationals, including from groups and individuals who view the UK and British nationals as targets. Stay aware of your surroundings at all times.

UK Counter Terrorism Policing has information and advice on staying safe and what to do in the event of a terrorist attack. Find out how to reduce your risk from terrorism while abroad .

Terrorism in China

Terrorist attacks in China cannot be ruled out.

Although foreigners have not been specifically targeted, attacks may happen in places visited by foreigners. Take particular care during national holidays and at public transport hubs, and always follow the advice of the local authorities.

Risks under Chinese national security laws

Chinese national security laws have broad scope, and you can be arrested without having intended to break the law. See advice in the Laws and cultural differences section below for more information.

Political situation

China is ruled by a single political party. Though China is open to foreign visitors, be aware of political and cultural sensitivities.

Avoid any demonstrations or large gatherings. The Chinese authorities enforce public order strictly, and you may face arrest, detention and deportation. Foreign journalists have been intimidated, assaulted or detained for trying to report on demonstrations.

You may risk becoming a target when there is an anti-foreign feeling or attitude in China. Keep informed of developments and follow the advice of the local authorities. During periods of tension, the authorities may block:

  • news reporting
  • access to text-messaging
  • the internet
  • international telephone lines

Posting, publishing or supporting political statements critical of China or the Chinese authorities could be viewed as illegal.

Crime

Serious crime against foreign nationals is relatively rare, but incidents can happen. Take care of your belongings at major tourist sites and other busy places, particularly where foreign nationals gather.

Indiscriminate attacks using vehicles as a weapon, and knife attacks, have occurred in public places including at schools, supermarkets and hospitals. Although rare, there have been isolated violent attacks that have impacted foreign nationals.

Penalties for fighting and physical altercations can range from fines to short term detentions to longer-term criminal detentions, regardless of who was initially responsible. Compensation claims by injured parties are commonplace, again regardless of who was initially responsible.

Drink spiking and sexual assault

Do not leave drinks unattended or accept drinks from strangers. Personal attacks and sexual assaults are rare, but they can happen, including through drinks being spiked. Women, travelling alone or with female friends, could be at higher risk.

Scams

Beware of scams in popular tourist areas. A common example is the ‘tea tasting’ or ‘massage’ scam. Friendly strangers may invite you to visit a bar, to drink tea or have a massage, and the establishment then demands a large fee. This can be followed by threats, violence or credit card fraud.

Due to the prominence of QR code usage in China, travellers are recommended to familiarise themselves with the risks of QR code phishing .

Commercial disputes

Before entering a commercial contract in China, take legal advice, both in the UK and in China. Contracts agreed in the UK are not always recognised by Chinese courts.

If you’re…

American passport — U.S. Department of State

In brief
  • Exercise increased caution in Mainland China due to arbitrary enforcement of local laws, including exit bans that may prevent departure. State Department
  • Exercise increased caution in Hong Kong SAR due to arbitrary enforcement of local laws affecting travelers. State Department
  • Reconsider travel to Macau SAR due to limited ability of consular services to provide emergency assistance. State Department
  • Exercise increased caution in Macau SAR due to arbitrary enforcement of local laws. State Department

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

China - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution 2026-09-03travel.state.gov ↗updated 03.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026

Advisory summary

Exercise increased caution in mainland China due to the arbitrary enforcement of local laws, the use of exit bans without a fair and transparent process under the law, and the risk of unjust arrest or detention . Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.

Exercise increased caution in mainland China due to the arbitrary enforcement of local laws, the use of exit bans without a fair and transparent process under the law, and the risk of unjust arrest or detention.

Expansive national security, counterespionage, and data security laws grant Chinese officials broad discretion to detain or interrogate foreign nationals. This places U.S. citizens at risk for conducting even routine business, research, or expression in the public domain.

The following may be targeted by Chinese authorities:

  • U.S. citizens of Chinese heritage or origin
  • Anyone involved in business disputes or who has ties to U.S. corporate entities involved in business disputes in China
  • Anyone with a current or prior affiliation with U.S. law enforcement, U.S. military, or U.S. intelligence agencies
  • Anyone traveling on U.S. government-funded programs
  • Individuals with current or former connections to the U.S. government

Ability to provide emergency consular services in some regions, especially in the Tibet Autonomous Region, is severely limited.

U.S. government employees must follow the policies established by their Department or Agency regarding official or personal travel to China.

Exercise increased caution in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR) due to the arbitrary enforcement of local laws.

Reconsider travel to Macau Special Administrative Region (SAR) due to a limited ability to provide emergency consular services. Exercise increased caution due to the arbitrary enforcement of local laws.

  • Review specific risks and conditions in each jurisdiction.

Mainland China – Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

Arbitrary enforcement of local laws

The government of China arbitrarily enforces local laws. It may issue exit bans on U.S. citizens and citizens of other countries without fair and transparent processes under the law.

National security laws

Chinese law includes an expansive definition of national security and grants Chinese officials with broad discretion to portray a wide range of documents, data, statistics, or materials as…

Global Affairs Canada — additional reading

Exercise a high degree of caution (with regional advisories)

Gyirong County - Avoid non-essential travel

Avoid non-essential travel to Gyirong County due to severe flash flooding and mudslide damage, as well as the continued risk of further flooding and mudslides.

  • Gyirong County — Avoid non-essential travel to Gyirong County due to severe flash flooding and mudslide damage, as well as the continued risk of further flooding and mudslides.

Open Government Licence – Canada · October 14, 2026 10:01 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 14.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026

In brief
  • You must carry your passport and valid visa or residence permit at all times, as police conduct random identification checks and failure to produce them can lead to fines or detention. Global Affairs Canada
  • Penalties for drug offences, including cannabis possession, are severe and can include heavy fines, jail sentences, or the death penalty, with random drug testing conducted by authorities. Global Affairs Canada
  • Chinese authorities may prevent you from leaving the country by withholding your passport or applying an exit ban if you are suspected of a crime, and detention for up to 37 days without charges is possible. Global Affairs Canada
  • Activities deemed to endanger national security or upset social order, even if occurring outside China, can lead to detention for up to six months before formal arrest, with limited access to legal representation. Global Affairs Canada
  • Foreign nationals can be subject to exit bans related to commercial or private disputes, investigations, or criminal and civil matters, which may last for months or years. Foreign Office
  • Photography of military or government buildings is prohibited, and travel near military installations is restricted, with potential detention, fines, or imprisonment for offenders. Global Affairs Canada

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

Global Affairs Canada — written for Canadian travellers, valid for all

Local laws

You must abide by local laws and there is a risk of arbitrary enforcement. Learn about what you should do and how we can help if you are arrested or detained abroad.

Criminal proceedings

If you are suspected of a crime, Chinese authorities can prevent you from leaving China (by withholding your passport or applying an exit ban) or may detain you for up to 37 days without charges. You may also be subject to severe punishments, including for non-violent acts such as financial crimes. Chinese authorities may also apply the death penalty for crimes deemed serious, including drug offences. Detention during the investigative period before charges are laid is common and can be lengthy. Some defence lawyers may be reluctant to accept cases involving foreigners. Our ability to provide consular assistance in China is limited due to China’s judicial system. It may also impact your ability to obtain effective legal assistance. If you are a dual citizen, you should always travel using your valid Canadian passport and present yourself as Canadian to Chinese authorities. If you enter China on a Chinese passport or identity card, the Chinese government may consider you a citizen of China and refuse to grant you access to Canadian consular services. Arrest and detention

Death penalty

Chinese authorities apply, sometimes arbitrarily, the death penalty for both violent and non-violent crimes, including for serious drug offences.

Drugs

Penalties for possession, use, production or trafficking of illegal drugs, including cannabis, are severe. Convicted offenders can expect heavy fines, jail sentences or the death penalty. These laws are strictly enforced and apply to persons 14 years and older. Penalties can be assigned arbitrarily. Local authorities conduct random drug tests (urine or hair). Police have raided nightclubs and bars and subjected patrons to on-the-spot drug testing. Based on positive drug test results, authorities can prosecute drugs crimes regardless of where or when drugs were consumed. This applies to drugs consumed legally in a foreign country before entering China. Drugs, alcohol and travel

Identification

Police carry out random checks, and failure to produce proper identification could potentially lead to fines or detention.

  • Carry adequate identification, such as a passport and valid visa or residence permit, at all times
  • Keep a photocopy of your passport in case of its loss or seizure

If your passport is lost or stolen, visit the nearest police station or Public Security Bureau to report the incident and obtain information on the visa replacement process. If you renew your passport while you are in China, you must register your new passport with the authorities promptly. If you fail to do so, you may be fined.

National security, social order, and public interest

Chinese authorities may define certain behaviours and activities as “endangering national security,” upsetting social order, or damaging the public interest, that would not be considered as such in Canada. This could include activities that occurred outside of China. National security, and "state secrets", are broadly defined and interpreted. "State secrets" could be interpreted to include documents, data, materials, or other items. If you are suspected of endangering national security, upsetting social order, or damaging the public interest you will be subject to questioning. Chinese authorities may detain you for up to 6 months before you are formally arrested. Note that access to legal representation is frequently denied in the initial stages of a national security case, and trials often take place in closed court. If you are detained, you should immediately request access to a lawyer and request notification of the nearest Canadian diplomatic mission. Canadian diplomatic missions can provide you or your family with a list of lawyers. If you previously occupied a position that was in any way affiliated with the government of China and left your position without receiving authorization or without following formal procedures, you may be considered a defector by Chinese authorities. This can be the case regardless of the seniority of the position you occupied, even if you left this position a long time ago and you did not handle sensitive or classified materials. Authorities may detain you even if you have previously travelled to or resided in China without issue. Consult a Chinese criminal lawyer to understand how this may apply to you.

Bans and Sanctions

The Chinese government may ban or sanction entities or individuals for actions, including oral or written statements, and associations with entities that are critical of:

  • the Communist Party of China
  • the Chinese government
  • Chinese leaders and policies

The Government of the People's Republic of China does not publicize a list of banned or sanctioned entities or individuals, and the implementation of bans or sanctions remains vague. The effect on individuals associated with banned or sanctioned entities is unknown. It could include:

  • a ban on travel to Mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau
  • freezing of assets
  • prohibition of business or association with Chinese citizens and organizations

If you believe you may be subject of a ban or sanctions, consult a lawyer and contact the closest office of the Government of Canada. Consult entry and exit requirements for information on exit bans

Political activities

China has imposed severe restrictions on political activities, including advocating for causes, participating in public protests or sending private electronic messages critical of the government. Chinese authorities may detain you if you participate in political activities and restrict your future travel to China.

Non-Governmental Organization activities

Activities conducted by foreign non-governmental organizations (NGOs) are strictly regulated and scrutinized in China. If you plan to work or volunteer for an NGO in China, ensure the organization is properly registered and that you possess the right visa for the activities you plan to perform.

Religious activities

There are restrictions on certain religious activities, such as preaching, distributing literature and associating with unapproved religious groups, including some Christian, Buddhist and Muslim organizations. Chinese law also prohibits overseas non-governmental organizations from engaging in or sponsoring religious activities. The Falun Gong movement is banned in China. Participants in Falun Gong activities or Falun Gong-related demonstrations are subject to legal action that may include detention, arrest, imprisonment and deportation. Be cautious about visiting certain places of worship, which may have been, explicitly or not, declared off-limits to foreigners by local authorities. If you are not prompted to buy a ticket to visit the site, it could be an indication that the site is off-limits to foreigners.

Facial recognition and use of video surveillance (CCTV)

Law enforcement agencies in China widely rely on facial recognition technology and video surveillance to police, monitor and control illegal or restricted activities, including participation in demonstrations. Privacy rights may differ substantially from Canadian standards. You should assume that local authorities have access to your biometrics as soon as you enter the country.

Military installations

Travel near military installations is restricted. Photography of military installations or government buildings is prohibited, and offenders may be detained, arrested and imprisoned. Seek permission from local authorities before taking photographs.

Gambling

Gambling and the promotion of gambling activities are illegal in mainland China.

Surrogacy

Commercial surrogacy is illegal in China, and surrogacy arrangements are not legally recognized. If you're planning to visit China for the purpose of commissioning surrogacy arrangements, you should consider the potential challenges involved in pursuing international surrogacy and seek specialist legal advice on Chinese and Canadian laws prior to making any arrangements. The Embassy of Canada to China can't provide recommendations on surrogacy arrangements.

Open Government Licence – Canada · October 14, 2026 10:01 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 14.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026

Foreign Office — laws and cultural differences

Personal ID

Always carry your passport with you. Police carry out random checks, especially during periods of heightened security and major sporting or political events. They do not accept printed copies. Failure to produce your ID can lead to a fine or detention.

National security laws

There is a risk of detention for alleged breaking of national security laws China’s authorities have detained foreign nationals who break national security laws. Both ‘national security’ and ‘national interest’ appear regularly in Chinese legislation and have broad scope. You may be detained without having intended to break the law. Activity that happened outside of mainland China – including online activity – could fall under the scope of mainland legislation. There is a risk of arbitrary detention, including of British nationals. If you’re detained on grounds of national security, you may be held for up to 6 months before formal arrest and denied legal representation before charges are brought. You may be at greater risk of surveillance, harassment or detention while in China if you are currently or have previously been linked to:

  • foreign governments
  • media outlets
  • NGOs

This list is not exhaustive and may change over time. This is particularly relevant when travelling to areas with large ethnic minority populations, including but not limited to Xinjiang. See Regional risks for more information.

Travelling to sensitive areas

All foreign nationals travelling to or around ‘sensitive’ areas might attract more attention from the authorities, including when:

  • taking photographs
  • engaging with political groups or charities
  • engaging with ethnic minority populations

Sensitivities can change over time and may heighten around particular dates or events. There are restricted military areas, where foreigners can be detained, fined or deported if found without prior authorisation. Signs typically indicate where these areas are, but it may not always be clear.

Religious activities and materials

The Chinese authorities formally recognise five religions: Buddhism, Catholicism, Islam, Protestantism and Taoism. Only officially registered religious organisations are permitted to carry out religious activities. Even officially registered organisations must observe restrictions on some religious activities, including preaching and distributing religious materials. Updated religious legislation (Chinese language only) entered into force on 1 May 2025, setting out rules that foreigners must abide by when practicing religion in China. The paragraph below summarises some of the key information included in the link, but local legal advice should be sought for full and further detail. Foreigners may participate in religious activity that complies with Chinese law in registered temples, churches, or other approved temporary locations. Foreign nationals may invite Chinese religious professionals to hold baptisms, weddings, funerals, dojos, pujas, and other religious ceremonies for them. Foreigners wanting to hold religious activities or events in approved locations must meet the specific requirements and use the correct application procedures. One of these requirements (Article 10) is that Chinese religious professionals should preside over religious activity. Another (Article 16), is that group religious activities held by foreigners in China are limited to participation by foreigners in China. Collective religious events involving Chinese citizens are prohibited unless officially approved by the Chinese government. There are also rules for foreign religious professionals visiting China to give lectures or sermons, and those bringing in religious materials. The Falun Gong movement and others that the authorities consider as ‘cults’ are banned in China.

Criminal proceedings

Chinese laws and procedures relating to the arrest, detention and trial of criminal suspects are different from in the UK. For example:

  • if you’re detained, only your legal representatives and consular staff from the British Embassy are allowed to visit you until your sentence is passed
  • there is no trial by jury, the presiding judge or judges will reach a verdict and then pass sentence if they find the accused guilty
  • if a case goes to trial, the conviction rate is 99%
  • if an offence does not meet the threshold for criminal proceedings, the police still have the right to sentence someone for up to 15 days administrative detention without trial

The granting of bail is rare, and the criminal process can often last at least a year before a verdict is passed. If bail is granted the accused will not be permitted to leave China. If you’re suspected of a crime, the Chinese authorities can stop you from leaving China by:

  • withholding your passport
  • applying an exit ban
  • detaining you for up to 37 days without charge

The thresholds for detention and prosecution in China differ from those in Hong Kong. You can be convicted in China of a crime committed against the Chinese State or a Chinese citizen, even if that crime was committed outside of China.

Exit bans

Foreign nationals can be subject to exit bans. Exit bans can:

  • be put on people involved in commercial or private disputes to stop them from leaving mainland China
  • relate to investigations into an individual, their family or an employer
  • be used in criminal and civil matters, including business disputes

An exit ban can last for months or years or until a legal process is complete. You may not be aware you are subject to an exit ban until you try to leave mainland China.

Money

Cashless payments through smartphone apps such as WeChat or Alipay are almost universal. Outside major cities, credit cards are not always accepted and ATMs are limited. It is not possible to exchange Scottish or Northern Irish banknotes. Counterfeit banknotes (especially 100 renminbi notes) are common, including from ATMs. Banks will not replace them. Check notes carefully before accepting them.

Illegal drugs penalties and prison sentences

Possession, trafficking and manufacture of any illegal drugs, including cannabis, are serious offences in China. The Chinese authorities have a zero-tolerance policy and those caught face heavy fines, lengthy prison sentences, or the death penalty. Airports in China have security equipment and procedures in place for scanning and detecting illegal items, including cannabis. This is also used to scan all the baggage of transiting passengers. The Chinese authorities can randomly test foreign nationals for drugs, including on entry to the country. Police can also raid homes as well as nightclubs and bars. If you’re in a bar that’s raided, you will be subject to on-the-spot testing and immigration checks. This may involve:

  • being kept at the location, or another location, for several hours
  • giving hair and urine samples
  • passport and visa checks

If you test positive, the Chinese authorities can prosecute you regardless of where or when you took drugs. Testing positive for drugs, or being found in breach of your visa conditions, can lead to heavy fines, detention and deportation.

Internet access

The Chinese authorities control internet access. Internet access can be limited around key political events and dates. Some services are permanently blocked, including:

  • Google
  • Facebook
  • YouTube
  • X

Other websites may sometimes be blocked. China’s cybersecurity laws state that online products and services (for example, VPNs) need to be licensed by the Chinese government. See the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (in Mandarin). Make sure you stay informed and follow Chinese law.

Drone regulations

The import, possession and use of drones and drone components are strictly regulated. Contact the Civil Aviation Administration of China before travel for the latest rules regarding registration and use.

Building safety

Fire protection standards in Chinese accommodation are not always the same as in the UK. You should:

  • check fire precautions, including access to fire exits
  • make sure your accommodation has a working fire alarm
  • regularly check fire exits are not blocked

Make sure your accommodation has a working carbon monoxide alarm. People have died of carbon monoxide poisoning due to incorrectly installed gas equipment. Energy UK has advice on how to stay safe and the symptoms to look out for.

Teaching in China

Thoroughly research the school or university that is hiring you in China and make sure you’re confident they are following the law.

LGBT+ travellers

Same-sex relationships are legal in China, but public attitudes are less tolerant than in the UK. Showing affection in public may receive negative attention. There’s no Chinese law guaranteeing freedom from discrimination on the grounds of sexual orientation. Read more advice for LGBT+ travellers.

Open Government Licence v3.0gov.uk ↗updated 27.08.2026 · read 15.10.2026

FDFA (Switzerland) — laws and customs, in French

Specific legal provisions

Il est interdit de photographier des personnes en uniforme ainsi que des installations de l'armée et de la police. A ctivités politiques: Les contacts avec des groupes politiques et les déclarations politiquement sensibles (y compris dans les médias sociaux) peuvent avoir des conséquences sur le plan pénal. Les autorités chinoises surveillent systématiquement Internet et bloquent l’accès à de nombreux sites web et médias sociaux. Loi sur la sécurité nationale Les lois relatives à la sécurité nationale ont un champ d’application très large. Des personnes peuvent être arrêtées ou détenues, même en l’absence de violation intentionnelle de la loi. State Security Law of the People’s Republic of China Les atteintes aux bonnes mœurs et à l’ordre public peuvent être punies par la police et sanctionnées d’une amende, voire d’une peine de réclusion. Une décision judiciaire n’est pas nécessaire. Les infractions à la loi sur les stupéfiants, y compris la détention de minimes quantités de drogue quelle qu'elle soit , sont passibles de lourdes peines de prison, voire de la peine de mort. Les produits à base de cannabis à faible teneur en THC en font également partie. Les personnes dont la consommation de drogue peut être prouvée par des tests à leur arrivée en Chine peuvent être condamnées. Narcotics Division, Security Bureau Hong Kong Narcotics Control Law of the People's Republic of China La peine capitale peut aussi être prononcée pour d'autres délits. De façon générale, les violations de la loi sont strictement punies en Chine. Cela vaut également pour les infractions aux dispositions relatives à l'importation et à l'exportation. General Administration of Customs People Republic of China Customs and Excise Department Hong Kong L’importation et la vente de cigarettes électroniques sont interdites à Hong Kong. HK Tobacco Control Legislation Les personnes impliquées dans une procédure pénale peuvent être empêchées de quitter le pays pendant l’enquête ou le procès. En cas de litiges financiers, la police peut également, dans certaines circonstances, interdire la sortie du territoire aux ressortissants étrangers jusqu'à la résolution de l'affaire. L'accès consulaire peut alors être limité. Les conditions de détention sont dures.

FDFA travel advice, in Frencheda.admin.ch ↗updated 10.06.2026 · read 15.10.2026

Air: Moderate 51/100PM2.5 27.5 µg/m³ · PM10 36.0 µg/m³
UV low today max 1.4Right now 0.5 · WHO scale 0–11+

What it changes for you: Air acceptable at this hour: nothing special to plan.

Reading 15:00 (Asia/Shanghai)Open-Meteo ↗updated 16.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026

Air quality and UV: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service information 2026. Neither the European Commission nor ECMWF is responsible for any use that may be made of the Copernicus information or data it contains.

Physicians per 1,000 people
China3.1 2022
Switzerland4.5 2022
France3.3 2022
Hospital beds per 1,000 people
China5.6 2023
Switzerland4.4 2023
France5.7 2022
Health spending per person (USD)
China763 2023
Switzerland11,784 2023
France5,327 2024
Life expectancy (years)
China78.0 2024
Switzerland84.4 2024
France83.0 2024

Reading: With 3.1 physicians per 1,000 people (31% fewer than Switzerland), the nearest hospital does not always have the capacity for a serious case: evacuation to an adequate centre is the rule, not the exception — that is what unlimited evacuation and repatriation cover. Health spending of 763 USD per person (Switzerland: 11,784) goes with private hospitals that bill foreigners in hard currency and ask for a guarantee before admission: the direct payment guarantee is what avoids the deposit.

World Bank — latest published value, year per indicatordata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026

I travel on a passportVisa, passport validity, entry form: the rules depend on your passport. Each government describes them for its own nationals.

French passport — France Diplomatie

In brief
  • French nationals with ordinary passports may enter mainland China visa-free until 31 December 2026 for up to 30 days for business, tourism, family visits, exchanges or transit only; other purposes require a visa. France Diplomatie
  • French nationals entering Hong Kong need a passport valid for at least one month after departure; those entering Macao need a passport valid for at least three months after departure; maximum stay is 90 days without visa. France Diplomatie
  • Since 30 April 2026, vaping devices, e-cigarettes and e-liquids are prohibited in Hong Kong public spaces; violations incur fines up to €6,000 and six months imprisonment, or €250,000 and seven years for importation. France Diplomatie
  • Travel to China requires comprehensive medical insurance covering surgery, hospitalisation and repatriation; the French embassy will not cover medical costs. France Diplomatie
  • Prohibited imports to China include weapons, counterfeit currency, drugs, fresh fruits and vegetables, meat products, dairy, eggs, and live animals except identified dogs and cats with health certificates. France Diplomatie
  • Duty-free allowances: spirits over 12 per cent (1,500 ml), tobacco (400 cigarettes or 100 cigars or 500 grams loose), other goods (2,000 RMB value for personal use). France Diplomatie

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

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Formalités d’entrée

Les informations sont données à titre indicatif, l’entrée en Chine étant de la seule compétence des autorités chinoises. Il est fortement conseillé de bien s’informer des procédures auprès d’elles.

1. Chine continentale

1.1 Entrée

Jusqu’au 31 décembre 2026, les titulaires de passeports ordinaires français se rendant en Chine pour une durée maximale de 30 jours et pour les motifs de commerce, de tourisme, de visite familiale, de visite d’échanges ou de transit sont exemptés de visa ( voir site internet de l’ambassade de Chine à Paris ). Tout autre motif de visite en Chine que ceux spécifiquement autorisés pour l’exemption de visa vous expose potentiellement à un refus d’admission sur le territoire chinois. Les détenteurs de passeports d’urgence (valables 1 an) ou de service ne peuvent pas bénéficier de ce régime d’exemption.

Les titulaires de passeports ordinaires français qui se rendent en Chine pour tout autre motif ou pour un séjour dépassant 30 jours doivent toujours solliciter un visa avant leur voyage en Chine. En cas de doute, il est recommandé de vérifier les possibilités d’admission sur le territoire chinois dans le cadre de l’exemption de visa auprès de l’ambassade de Chine à Paris.

Les ressortissants étrangers exerçant une activité professionnelle ou effectuant un stage doivent s’assurer qu’ils disposent du visa adéquat leur permettant d’exercer cette activité, ce qui n’est pas le cas du visa L (tourisme). Pour plus d’information, se reporter à la rubrique Voyages d’affaires .

Pour rappel, avant tout déplacement en Chine il est impératif de disposer d’un contrat d’assistance ou d’assurance (y compris pour Hong Kong et Macao) permettant de couvrir tous les frais médicaux (opération chirurgicale, hospitalisation ou rapatriement) auxquels les voyageurs pourraient être confrontés. Ces frais, qui peuvent être très élevés, ne pourront en aucun cas être pris en charge par l’ambassade ou les consulats généraux de France sur place. Faute de pouvoir justifier d’une couverture…

2. Hong Kong et Macao

Les ressortissants français n’ont pas besoin de visa pour accéder à Hong Kong et Macao. En revanche, s’ils souhaitent ensuite se rendre en Chine continentale, ils doivent être préalablement munis d’un visa pour la Chine s’ils ne remplissent pas les conditions d’exemption de visa, dont la demande devra donc avoir été effectuée avant leur départ.

  • Lors de l’entrée sur le territoire de Hong Kong, le passeport français doit être valide pour une durée d’au moins un mois après la date envisagée de fin de séjour à Hong Kong.
  • Lors de l’entrée sur le territoire de Macao, le passeport français doit être valide pour une durée d’au moins trois mois après la date envisagée de fin de séjour à Macao.

La durée de séjour autorisé sans visa sur ces territoires est de 90 jours maximum.

Pour mémoire, la plupart des pays d’Asie exigent que le passeport soit valide plus de six mois après la date de sortie du territoire. A défaut le voyageur pourra être empêché de poursuivre son voyage vers un autre pays de la région appliquant cette règle, voire refoulé depuis Hong Kong.

Depuis le 30 avril 2026, l’utilisation ou la possession à Hong Kong dans l’espace public de vapoteuses, cigarettes électroniques, e-liquide (y compris les substances entrant dans la composition du « space oil ») ou toute substance imitant les cigarettes traditionnelles, y compris des cigarettes à base de plante est prohibée. L’importation et la vente sur le territoire hongkongais de ces produits reste également prohibée. Toute personne contrevenant à ces règles s’expose à de lourdes peines, pouvant atteindre 6 000 euros et six mois de prison, voire 250 000 euros et sept ans de prison en cas d’importation.

Il est prohibé d’apporter avec soi ou d’importer sur le territoire de Macao une cigarette électronique, un…

3. Règlementation douanière

3.1. Marchandises prohibées à l’importation

  • armes, répliques d’armes, munitions et explosifs de toute sorte ;
  • fausses monnaies ;
  • imprimés, films, photographies, enregistrements audio-vidéo ou informatiques, et tout autre article contraire aux intérêts politiques, économiques, culturels et moraux de la Chine ;
  • poisons de toute sorte ;
  • drogues et substances addictives ;
  • animaux et produits dérivés, notamment :
  • animaux vivants (à l’exception des chiens et des chats) qui doivent être identifiés par une puce, munis d’un certificat sanitaire et d’un certificat de vaccination antirabique délivrés par les autorités compétentes du pays d’exportation ;
  • viandes et leurs produits (crus ou cuits), et les produits de la mer.
  • produits laitiers ;
  • œufs et produits dérivés.
  • végétaux et produits dérivés, notamment :
  • fruits et légumes frais ;
  • feuilles de tabac ;
  • semences.

Les animaux, plantes et leurs produits dont le transport a été approuvé par les autorités administratives nationales compétentes et qui sont munis d’un certificat de quarantaine délivré par les autorités compétentes du pays d’exportation ne sont pas concernés par cette énumération.

3.2. Franchises

  • Produits alcooliques de plus de 12 % : 1500 ml.
  • Tabac : 400 cigarettes, ou 100 cigares, ou 500 grammes de tabac en vrac
  • Autres marchandises : franchise en valeur de 2000 RMB (ou 5000 RMB pour les résidents) pour la totalité des marchandises réservées à l’usage personnel pendant le séjour en Chine.

Pour plus d’informations, consulter le site de l’administration des douanes chinoises (en anglais).

Il est conseillé aux voyageurs ayant besoin de transporter des médicaments de voyager avec leur ordonnance, selon le principe de « quantité raisonnable » et « usage personnel…

Entry and stay pagediplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 15.10.2026

Swiss passport — FDFA (Switzerland)

The FDFA does not publish entry requirements: they are set out by the destination's embassy or consulate in Switzerland — check them before booking, passport in hand. As a guide, the French and British requirements below describe the same rules as seen by two other governments.eda.admin.ch ↗updated 10.06.2026 · read 15.10.2026

British passport — Foreign Office (UK)

In brief
  • British citizens entering China must have a passport valid for at least six months beyond arrival date, plus two blank pages for visas and stamping. Foreign Office
  • You may undergo medical screening on arrival in China, including temperature scanning or throat/nasal swabs, blood tests, or medical examinations; refusal to comply results in entry denial. Foreign Office
  • British citizens can enter China visa-free for up to thirty days for business, tourism, family visits, or transit until thirty-one December two thousand twenty-six. Foreign Office
  • Chinese-British dual nationals will be treated as Chinese citizens by Chinese authorities and cannot access British Embassy consular services if they enter on a Chinese passport. Foreign Office
  • If you renew your British passport while in China, contact your local exit and entry office or call the national immigration service hotline on twelve thousand three hundred sixty-seven immediately. Foreign Office

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

Entry requirements — rules for a British passportForeign Office ↗updated 27.08.2026 · read 15.10.2026

Entry requirements — rules for a British passport

This information is for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK. It is based on the UK government’s understanding of China’s current rules for the most common types of travel.

The authorities in China set and enforce entry rules. If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the Chinese Embassy in the UK .

Immigration authorities may collect biometric data, including scanned fingerprints and photos, to register your entry into China.

Medical screening on arrival or during your time in China

You may need to pass through medical screening on entry into China. This may be body temperature scanning, or more rarely testing such as throat or nasal swabs, blood tests or medical examinations. You may be refused entry into China if you do not comply.

Passport validity requirements

To enter China, your passport must have an ‘expiry date’ at least 6 months after the date you arrive and 2 blank pages for visas and stamping.

Check with your travel provider that your passport and other travel documents meet requirements. Renew your passport if you need to.

You will be denied entry if you do not have a valid travel document or try to use a passport that has been reported lost or stolen.

If you renew your passport while you are in China, contact your local exit and entry office or call the national immigration service hotline on 12367, before or immediately upon receipt.

Dual nationals

When returning to the UK, British citizens must carry a valid British passport or certificate of entitlement . See Dual citizenship .

Chinese-British dual nationals

China does not recognise dual nationality. If you were born in China to a Chinese national parent, you will be:

  • considered by the Chinese authorities to have Chinese nationality
  • treated as a Chinese citizen, even if you used a British passport to enter China

If you enter China on a Chinese passport or identity card, the British Embassy will not be able to offer you help. If you have formally renounced Chinese citizenship, you should carry clear evidence that you have done so. See guidance on nationality in China .

If you’re a former Chinese citizen, Chinese authorities may:

- treat you as a Chinese citizen

- refuse you access to UK consular services

This can happen even if you entered China on a UK or other foreign passport and you:

- haven’t renounced your citizenship according to Chinese law

- haven’t formally advised the Chinese authorities of your UK citizenship

- continue to maintain a Chinese passport or household registration

Authorities may not allow certain categories of Chinese citizens, such as state officials, to renounce their Chinese nationality under Chinese law.

You should get professional legal advice if you’re unsure of your citizenship status under Chinese law.

Visa requirements

Until 31 December 2026, you can enter China visa free for stays of up to 30 days for business, tourism, family or friend visits or transit.

This policy applies to all holders of standard British passports whose nationality is listed as ‘British citizen.’ Holders of British Crown Dependency passports whose nationality is listed as…

American passport — U.S. Department of State

The State Department publishes the requirements ("Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements") on its country page, which our servers cannot read. Read it before you go; as a guide, the French and British requirements below describe the same rules as seen by two other governments.travel.state.gov ↗updated 03.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026

Living on site

For each risk, the official texts themselves: what is happening, then, where they say so, what to do.

CrimeMODERATE

What the texts say · Serious crime against foreign nationals is relatively rare, but incidents can happen. Beware of scams in popular tourist areas.

What they advise:
  • Take care of your belongings at major tourist sites and other busy places, particularly where foreign nationals gather.
  • Do not leave drinks unattended or accept drinks from strangers.
  • Be cautious of unsolicited requests from strangers to "practice English" or to accompany them to an art gallery, teahouse or an unknown location.
Foreign Office · Global Affairs Canada
TransportMODERATE

What the texts say · Petty theft on overnight trains is common.

What they advise: Search your compartment and lock the cabin door before the train leaves.
Foreign Office
Nature and climateMODERATE

What the texts say · China is in an active seismic zone and can experience major earthquakes.

What they advise: You should monitor local weather reports and follow the advice and instructions of local authorities, including any evacuation orders.
Foreign Office
Laws and customsTO KNOW

What the texts say · Chinese national security laws have broad scope, and you can be arrested without having intended to break the law. Police carry out random checks, and failure to produce proper identification could potentially lead to fines or detention.

What they advise:
  • Avoid any demonstrations or large gatherings.
  • Carry adequate identification, such as a passport and valid visa or residence permit, at all times.
  • Based on positive drug test results, authorities can prosecute drugs crimes regardless of where or when drugs were consumed.
Foreign Office · Global Affairs Canada
Cyber and dataMODERATE

What the texts say · Foreigners have received calls from scammers claiming to be the police. Credit card and ATM fraud occurs.

What they advise: Don't send any money in this type of situation.
Global Affairs Canada

Sentences copied word for word from the official texts cited, chosen for the destination; the level is our reading. The full texts, at each source:Foreign Office ↗updated 27.08.2026 · read 15.10.2026 (updated 27.08.2026 · read 28.09.2026)Global Affairs Canada ↗updated 14.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026 (updated 14.10.2026 · read 28.09.2026)

Safety in figures
Intentional homicides per 100,000 people
China0.5 2020
Switzerland0.6 2023
France1.3 2023
Road traffic deaths per 100,000 people
China17.4 2019
Switzerland2.2 2019
France5.1 2019

Reading: The homicide rate is in the same range as Switzerland or France. On the road, 8 times more deaths than in Switzerland: road crashes are the leading cause of death of healthy travellers (CDC) — seat belt, no night driving, a driver or a taxi from a rank.

World Bank (UNODC for homicides, WHO for roads) — latest published valuedata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026

—:—Local time · Asia/Shanghai ·
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+86 · ChineseDialling code · languages
Europlug, AS/NZS 3112, NEMA 1-15220 V
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1 EUR = 7.50 CNY1 CHF = 8.06 CNY · 2026-10-15

Time zone: IANA and timezone-boundary-builder (ODbL) · RESTCountries · EmergencyNumberAPI · Wikidata · European Central Bank

Places: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), Photon search by komoot.

FDFA (Switzerland) — transport and specific advice, in French

Transport and infrastructure

À l'extérieur des agglomérations, les routes sont parfois en mauvais état. Les panneaux de signalisation sont parfois écrits uniquement en chinois. La conduite dangereuse constitue un risque d'accident considérable . Il est de ce fait préférable de louer une voiture avec chauffeur. Transports publics: Le réseau de transports publics est largement développé. La Chine dispose de nombreuses lignes de train et de bus. China Railway Dans les lieux reculés, les communications téléphoniques avec l'étranger ne sont pas toujours possibles. Il arrive sporadiquement que, dans certaines régions, l'accès à Internet soit temporairement bloqué. Les points de passage des frontières peuvent être fermés à court terme, par exemple afin d’endiguer la propagation de maladies. Informez-vous auprès des autorités locales ou directement auprès des postes-frontières.

Specific remarks

Les personnes qui arrivent en Chine sont parfois soumises à des examens médicaux (p. ex. contrôle de la température corporelle, prélèvements dans la gorge ou le nez, analyses de sang, etc.). Si elles refusent de s’y soumettre, elles risquent de se voir refuser l'entrée sur le territoire chinois. La police est autorisée à faire des contrôles d'identité à tout moment. Portez toujours votre passeport sur vous. Les personnes en voyage qui ne logent pas à l’hôtel doivent s’annoncer à la police dans les 24 heures. L'hôtesse ou l’hôte devra les y accompagner et également justifier son identité. À Pékin, les personnes peuvent également s’enregistrer en ligne via le site web du Bureau de la sécurité publique de Pékin. Les personnes qui ne se plient pas à cette règle doivent s’attendre à rencontrer des difficultés lors du départ du pays. Beijing Public Security Bureau Certaines régions reculées ne sont pas accessibles pour les personnes de nationalité étrangère. L’entrée dans la Région Autonome du Tibet est soumise, en règle générale, à une autorisation de la "Tourist Administration of the Tibetan Autonomous Region". Ces autorisations ne donnent pas accès à toutes les parties de la région et ne sont normalement délivrées qu’aux personnes voyageant en groupe. La Région Autonome du Xinjiang a quelques restrictions de voyage locale pour les personnes de nationalité étrangère. Contactez votre tour-opérateur pour les questions liées à votre programme. L’Ambassade de la République populaire de Chine à Berne et le Consulat général de la République populaire de Chine à Zurich fournissent tous renseignements sur les zones non accessibles et les prescriptions en matière de déclaration du séjour. La Chine ne reconnaît pas la double nationalité . Les personnes possédant à la fois la nationalité suisse et la nationalité chinoise sont considérées exclusivement comme des ressortissants chinois par les autorités chinoises. Les possibilités de la Suisse de fournir une assistance aux personnes qui possèdent une double nationalité et qui rencontrent des difficultés avec les autorités chinoises sont donc limitées voire nulles. Le paiement au moyen d’une application (p. ex. WeChat ou Alipay), est largement répandu; les paiements en espèces et les cartes de crédit ne sont souvent pas acceptées. Renseignez-vous auprès de vos interlocuteurs sur place ou de votre agence de voyage.

FDFA travel advice, in Frencheda.admin.ch ↗updated 10.06.2026 · read 15.10.2026

ESSENTIAL

Maximum policyholder: before paying anything, call the 24/7 number. If you are admitted for more than 24 h, Maximum sends its direct payment guarantee to the hospital (art. 2.12).

+41 22 ••• •• •• — Full number in your client area

The three hospitals to know — Beijing

None of these facilities is a Maximum Insurance “partner”, and none is presented as waiving upfront payment: this list is a reading of public map data, nothing more. A direct payment guarantee is arranged CASE BY CASE by our assistance desk, facility by facility and when the need arises — one number, +41 22 ••• •• ••.

List read from OpenStreetMap on 13.10.2026, not read again since: these facilities may have changed.

80hospitals and clinics21pharmacies9doctorsFull map and list ↗

Before you go

  • Routine vaccinesup to date
  • Hepatitis Arecommended
  • Hepatitis Brecommended
  • Japanese encephalitisdepending on the trip
  • Mpoxdepending on the trip
  • Tick-borne encephalitisdepending on the trip
  • Typhoiddepending on the trip

CDC Travelers' Health recommendations, most important first. They depend on your age, vaccines and itinerary: confirm them with a doctor or a travel clinic 4 to 6 weeks before departure. Details, disease by disease ↗cdc.gov ↗read 10.10.2026

On site

DengueMosquitoes bite by day: repellent, long sleeves.
ChikungunyaMosquito-borne: same protection as for dengue.
MedicationIn their box, with the prescription — in English if possible.

The health system — With 3.1 physicians per 1,000 people (31% fewer than Switzerland), the nearest hospital does not always have the capacity for a serious case: evacuation to an adequate centre is the rule, not the exception — that is what unlimited evacuation and repatriation cover. Health spending of 763 USD per person (Switzerland: 11,784) goes with private hospitals that bill foreigners in hard currency and ask for a guarantee before admission: the direct payment guarantee is what avoids the deposit.

Back home — a fever in the following weeks should be told to a doctor, naming the country.

The next 7 days Asia/ShanghaiMET Norway ↗read 16.10.2026

Sat 17 Oct13–17°showers · 57.0 mm
Sun 18 Oct10–17°partly cloudy
Mon 19 Oct8–17°overcast
Tue 20 Oct5–16°overcast
Wed 21 Oct3–14°clear
Thu 22 Oct4–13°partly cloudy
Fri 23 Oct6–16°clear

Forecast: MET Norway (Norwegian Meteorological Institute, CC BY 4.0), grouped by day and formatted by Maximum.

I travel on a passportYour embassy, and the service to register with, depend on your passport.

Your country, 24/7, from abroad

FR
Crisis and Support Centre — French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs+33 1 53 59 11 0024/7 emergency line, standard rate. First contact abroad: the French embassy or consulate.www.diplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 15.10.2026
CH
FDFA Helpline+41 58 465 33 33+41 800 24 7 36524/7, 365 days a year — helpline@eda.admin.ch. Beware of scam calls spoofing these numbers.www.eda.admin.ch ↗updated 10.06.2026 · read 15.10.2026
GB
Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office+44 20 7008 500024 hours, for British nationals.www.gov.uk ↗updated 27.08.2026 · read 15.10.2026
US
Overseas Citizens Services — U.S. Department of State+1 202 501 4444+1 888 407 4747From abroad; the second number from the U.S. and Canada.travel.state.gov ↗updated 03.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026

French passport — French embassy and consulates

FR
Ambassade de France en Chineembassy · nearest · 7.4 km

+86 10 85 31 20 00 · France Diplomatie

FR
Consulat général de France626.1 km

phone not published

FR
Ambassade de France1516.4 km

1号国际金融中心一号办公楼26楼 红星路三段, 610021, 成都

phone not published

FR
Consulat Général de France à Canton1889.0 km

1901-1907室 冼村路5号

phone not published

Useful contacts listed by France Diplomatie (in French)diplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 15.10.2026

Updated: 15 September 2026

OpenStreetMap

Swiss passport — Swiss embassy and consulates

CH
Ambassade de Suisseembassy · nearest · 6.2 km

phone not published

Useful addresses — FDFA, in French

Chine (sauf Hong Kong et Macao): Police: 110, Ambulance: 120 Hong Kong (Police, Ambulance): 999 Macao : Police: +853 2857 3333, Ambulance: 999 Visit China Guidelines and Q&A Chinese Visa Application Service Center Représentations suisses à l’étranger: En cas de situation d’urgence à l’étranger, vous pouvez vous adresser à la représentation suisse la plus proche ou à la Helpline DFAE. Représentations suisses en Chine Helpline DFAE Représentations étrangères en Suisse: Pour obtenir des informations sur les prescriptions d'entrée (documents d'identité admis, visa, etc.), veuillez vous adresser aux ambassades et consulats étrangers compétents. Ceux-ci peuvent également vous renseigner sur les dispositions douanières pour l'importation et l'exportation d'animaux et de marchandises: appareils électroniques, souvenirs, médicaments, etc. Représentations étrangères en Suisse

OpenStreetMap · DFAE

British passport — British embassy and consulates

OpenStreetMap

American passport — U.S. embassy and consulates

US
美国大使馆官邸embassy · nearest · 3.2 km

phone not published

US
U. S. Consulate General in Shenyang626.2 km

phone not published

US
U. S. Consulate General in Shenyang626.2 km

phone not published

US
美国驻上海总领事馆1068.8 km

1469 淮海中路

phone not published

US
Consulate of the United States1068.9 km

phone not published

OpenStreetMap

Police

  • 北京公安局天安门分局 · 0.7 km
  • 安定门派出所 · 3.9 km
    11号 豆腐池胡同
  • 北新桥派出所 · 4.2 km
  • 北京市西城区城市管理监察大队牛街分队 · 4.4 km
    15 牛街

OpenStreetMap

Getting help — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 27.08.2026 · read 15.10.2026

Getting help — Foreign Office

The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office ( FCDO ) cannot provide tailored advice for individual trips. Read this travel advice and carry out your own research before deciding whether to travel.

Emergency services in China

Ambulance: 120

Fire: 119

Police: 110

Traffic Police: 122

Maritime Search and Rescue Centre: 12395

Contact your travel provider and insurer

Contact your travel provider and your insurer if you are involved in a serious incident or emergency abroad. They will tell you if they can help and what you need to do.

Help abroad

See how to get help from the UK government abroad including in an emergency.

If your passport is lost or stolen, go to the nearest police station or Public Security Bureau and get a report of the incident.

Help in the UK

You can call  FCDO  in London if you need urgent help because something has happened to a friend or relative abroad.

Telephone: 020 7008 5000 (24 hours)

Find out about call charges

Ten phrases in Chinese (Mandarin)

For emergencies. If pronunciation fails, show the screen — or the printed page.

Help!救命!Jiùmìng!
Call an ambulance!请叫救护车!Qǐng jiào jiùhùchē!
I need a doctor.我需要看医生。Wǒ xūyào kàn yīshēng.
Where is the nearest hospital?最近的医院在哪里?Zuìjìn de yīyuàn zài nǎlǐ?
Call the police!请报警!Qǐng bàojǐng!
I am allergic to penicillin.我对青霉素过敏。Wǒ duì qīngméisù guòmǐn.
I have international medical insurance.我有国际医疗保险。Wǒ yǒu guójì yīliáo bǎoxiǎn.
I want to contact my embassy.我想联系我国大使馆。Wǒ xiǎng liánxì wǒguó dàshǐguǎn.
Please take me to this address.请带我去这个地址。Qǐng dài wǒ qù zhège dìzhǐ.
Do you speak English?您会说英语吗?Nín huì shuō Yīngyǔ ma?

Translations by Maximum Insurance, original script and transliteration.

  • Keep the entry stamp, hospital invoices and the medical report. Without them a claim cannot be rebuilt.
  • File it from the claim form, once back, with those papers.
  • The France Diplomatie health page mentions dengue and chikungunya. A fever in the weeks after return should be told to a doctor, naming the country.

Actions to take before each professional trip abroad.

1Once — the framework
2For each departure
3During the mission, and after

What is happening in China right now

Live alerts and level changes, each with its official source. Continuously updated.

What governments have just written

LatestAlerte Typhons

La saison des typhons en Asie s’étend de juin à novembre. Il convient de s’assurer que son lieu de séjour est adapté en matière de protection contre les vents tempétueux et les fortes pluies. A défaut, il est recommandé de rejoindre un lieu sécurisé et d’éviter de rester isolé. Il est fortement conseillé de suivre les consignes diffusées par les autorités locales, en particulier avant de planifier un déplacement par la route, et de se tenir informé de l’actualité des vols…

France Diplomatie (in French) · posted 2 September 2026diplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 15.10.2026
LatestTibet : risque d’inondations, de coulées de boue et de glissements de terrain

Le 26 août 2026, des inondations et des glissements de terrain ont touché le district de Gyirong, dans la région autonome du Tibet (Chine), y compris le poste-frontière de Gyirong reliant la Chine au Népal. Les réseaux routiers, l'électricité et les services de téléphonie mobile sont très dégradés. Les autorités chinoises ont engagé des opérations de secours dans la zone, rendues difficiles par les destructions causées par les glissements de terrain. Les axes principaux…

France Diplomatie (in French) · posted 29 August 2026 · updated 31 August 2026diplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 15.10.2026
LatestTyphon Saudel - appel à la vigilance

L’observatoire météorologique de Shanghai a annoncé que le typhon Saudel devrait toucher les côtes chinoises au niveau des provinces du Zhejiang et de Fujian le vendredi 28 août au matin. Des vents violents et des pluies torrentielles sont attendus dans la journée. Les autorités locales appellent la population à la vigilance face aux rafales : fermer les portes et fenêtres, rester vigilant dans la rue, mettre à l’abri les objets susceptibles de tomber des balcons. Pendant…

France Diplomatie (in French) · posted 27 August 2026diplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 15.10.2026
UpdateGlobal Affairs Canada

Natural disasters and climate section – added information on El Niño

October 14, 2026 10:01 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 14.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026

No level change recorded for this country since the log opened. The live alerts above are updated continuously.

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Frequently asked questions — travel insurance China

24/7 support number — +41 22 ••• •• ••An adviser goes through each question with you until you have an actionable answer: cover, hospital, entry rules, claims. Full number in your client area. You can also ask Maximum directly, just below these questions.
What is the official risk level in China today?

Level 2/4 — Exercise Increased Caution, U.S. Department of State, retrieved on 16 October 2026.

  • Is the whole country advised against? United States: no · France: no · United Kingdom: no · Switzerland: no (reading of 27 September 2026).
  • Contractually, only an FDFA, FOPH or WHO advisory against the trip opens Module A (art. 18.1) — that is not the case today.
  • International medical cover, 24/7 number saved, and a read of the areas named under Safety & risks before booking the itinerary.
  • We check these sources every morning and e-mail you the day one changes (Alerts button).

Sourcestravel.state.gov · updated 03.09 · read 16.10France Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 15.10DFAE · updated 10.06 · read 15.10207-country comparison

Is the whole of China advised against, or only some areas?

An area advised against does not rule out the country.

  • Official answers: United States: no · France: no · United Kingdom: no · Switzerland: no.
  • Foreign Office, regional risks: “This section has safety advice for regions of China. It only covers regions where FCDO has specific advice. You should also read FCDO ’s overall travel advice and safety and security advice . Tibet and the Tibet Autonomous Region ( TAR ) You must get a permit…”
  • Keep your country of residence's advisory on booking day and on departure day: that is what your policy's clauses cite.

SourcesFrance Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 15.10Foreign Office · updated 27.08 · read 15.10State Department · updated 03.09 · read 16.10

What are the entry requirements for China with my passport?

The rules depend on the passport, not on the destination alone.

  • French passport (France Diplomatie): French nationals with ordinary passports may enter mainland China visa-free until 31 December 2026 for up to 30 days for business, tourism, family visits, exchanges or transit only; other purposes require a visa. French nationals entering Hong Kong need a passport valid for at least one month after departure; those entering Macao need a passport valid for at least three months after departure; maximum stay is 90 days without visa. Since 30 April 2026, vaping devices, e-cigarettes and e-liquids are prohibited in Hong Kong public spaces; violations incur fines up to €6,000 and six months imprisonment, or €250,000 and seven years for importation.
  • British passport (Foreign Office): British citizens entering China must have a passport valid for at least six months beyond arrival date, plus two blank pages for visas and stamping. You may undergo medical screening on arrival in China, including temperature scanning or throat/nasal swabs, blood tests, or medical examinations; refusal to comply results in entry denial. British citizens can enter China visa-free for up to thirty days for business, tourism, family visits, or transit until thirty-one December two thousand twenty-six.
  • American passport: the requirements are on the State Department country page (travel.state.gov).
  • Swiss passport: the FDFA refers you to the destination's embassy in Switzerland.
  • Pick your passport at the top of Before you go › Entry: the official text that concerns you comes first, with its “In brief” summary.

SourcesFrance Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 15.10Foreign Office · updated 27.08 · read 15.10State Department · updated 03.09 · read 16.10

Do I need an insurance certificate for a China visa?

For a Schengen visa, yes: at least €30,000 of travel medical insurance (Regulation (EC) No 810/2009, art. 15).

  • Many other countries ask for it on entry or for a visa, case by case: check Before you go › Entry, with your passport.
  • Subscribe: the named certificate arrives by e-mail on payment, with your name, dates and limits (EUR 1.5M medical expenses, unlimited evacuation and repatriation) — the ones consulates check.
  • Attach it to the visa file; if in doubt about the format, write to us.

SourcesRegulation (EC) 810/2009, art. 15General conditions, policy 20 00 479

What does Maximum Insurance do in China, concretely?

VIP Pack — €990 for twelve months, unlimited trips.

  • EUR 1.5M emergency medical expenses, unlimited medical evacuation and repatriation, search and rescue EUR 50,000, cancellation or change EUR 5,000.
  • One 24/7 number, +41 22 ••• •• ••: Maximum sends its direct payment guarantee to the hospital (art. 2.12).
  • Network of 45,000 providers (art. 6.9); evacuation is decided, organised and paid by Maximum's medical team if the local facility is not enough (art. 6.2.2).
  • Around Beijing, the nearest hospital read from OpenStreetMap: Beijing Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital (West Branch), Capital Medical University (首都医科 · 1.3 km · 24/7 emergency room.
  • Named certificate by e-mail on payment, no medical questionnaire.

SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479OpenStreetMap · read 12.10

How much does a medical repatriation from China cost?

From 70 000 € to 140 000 € depending on severity and distance (SkyCare (guide tarifaire), 2025).

  • Without cover: the hospital asks for a deposit before admission, and the medical flight is paid up front.
  • With the VIP Pack: the evacuation is decided and settled by Maximum (art. 6.2.2) — no advance, no cap.

SourcesSkyCare (guide tarifaire), 2025General conditions, policy 20 00 479

What should I do if hospitalised in China?

Six steps, in this order.

  • 1. Call +41 22 ••• •• •• before paying anything, or have the front desk call: it is the condition for full cover (otherwise: reduced or refused benefits).
  • 2. Ask for a hospital in the Maximum network (art. 6.9) — the nearest: Beijing Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital (West Branch), Capital Medical University (首都医科 · 1.3 km · 24/7 emergency room.
  • 3. See a doctor the same day and leave with the certificate: without an on-the-spot finding, nothing is covered (art. 33).
  • 4. Admitted for more than 24 h? The front desk calls Maximum: direct payment guarantee, no deposit (art. 2.12).
  • 5. Book no ambulance or flight yourself (art. 6.2.2).
  • 6. Once home, file within 30 days (art. 35.7).
  • Local emergency services: police 110 · ambulance 120 · fire 119.

SourcesSpecial conditions 01.26General conditions, policy 20 00 479

Which emergency numbers in China?

Local emergency services: police 110 · ambulance 120 · fire 119

  • Maximum, 24/7, before any payment: +41 22 ••• •• ••.
  • France — Ambassade de France en Chine (7.4 km) · +86 10 85 31 20 00
  • Switzerland — Ambassade de Suisse (6.2 km)
  • United Kingdom — Ambassade de Grande Bretagne (3.9 km)
  • United States — 美国大使馆官邸 (3.2 km)
  • Save these numbers before leaving; in immediate danger, call local emergency services first, then Maximum.

SourcesEmergencyNumberAPI · Wikidata · read 08.10OpenStreetMap · read 12.10

Is an Amex, Visa or Mastercard enough in China?

At today's level 2/4, card by card:

  • Amex Platinum — No area exclusion at this level — but three written limits: deductible and prior approval, 90-day cap, advance under conditions.
  • Visa — No express area exclusion — but a €156,000 cap, 90 days, and the war/instability exclusion in the background.
  • Mastercard — No exclusion in play at this level — but a €155,000 cap and 90 covered days.
  • Three lines to read in your notice: the duration (often 90 days per trip), the settlement (reimbursement afterwards or direct payment of the hospital) and the area exclusion at level 4/4.

SourcesAmex Platinum France T&Cs, 01.2025 — general exclusion n° 11BNP Paribas Visa Infinite notice (policy PT7), 04.2025 — comFortuneo World Elite Mastercard notice, 01.2026 — art. 5.5 '

Are a health plan or a travel policy enough in China?

A health plan reimburses at home; here, the hospital asks for a payment guarantee before admission.

  • Health plan — A health plan treats you at home. Here the hospital asks for a guarantee before admission — not a later reimbursement.
  • Travel policy — No area exclusion at this level — compare cap, deductible and covered duration.
  • A travel policy often has a territorial clause at level 4/4 and a 90-day limit per trip.
  • Have your IPID number or the PDF of the terms and ask an expert to call you back: the answer is in the document, not in the brochure.

SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479

How do I use the medical network on this page?

Around Beijing: 80 hospitals and clinics, 80 with a 24/7 emergency room, 21 pharmacies, 9 doctors' practices (OpenStreetMap, hospital list read on 13.10.2026).

  • Type your city, hotel or beach: the map re-centres, 24/7 emergency rooms come first.
  • Each row gives the phone when the source publishes it, the nearest street, directions and the Google Maps listing.
  • The PDF briefing repeats the same places, numbered on a printable map.
  • No customer reviews: OpenStreetMap has none, and we invent none.

SourcesOpenStreetMap (ODbL) · read 12.10

Which vaccines and health precautions for China?

The sourced detail is under Medical network › Health: vaccines, diseases present, altitude, outbreaks.

  • CDC (Travelers' Health), depending on the trip: Routine vaccines, COVID-19, Chikungunya, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Japanese Encephalitis, Measles.
  • France Diplomatie reports in the country: dengue, chikungunya — mosquito protection day and night.
  • See a doctor or a travel clinic 8 weeks before departure (Foreign Office).
  • Carry your medicines in their packaging, with a prescription using international non-proprietary names (France Diplomatie).

SourcesCDC Travelers' Health · read 10.10France Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 15.10OMS · read 15.10Foreign Office · updated 27.08 · read 15.10

Can I be treated in China, or will I be evacuated?

3.1 physicians per 1,000 people (2022) versus 4.5 in Switzerland.

  • 5.6 hospital beds per 1,000 people versus 4.4 in Switzerland (World Bank).
  • With 3.1 physicians per 1,000 people (31% fewer than Switzerland), the nearest hospital does not always have the capacity for a serious case: evacuation to an adequate centre is the rule, not the exception — that is what unlimited evacuation and repatriation cover. Health spending of 763 USD per person (Switzerland: 11,784) goes with private hospitals that bill foreigners in hard currency and ask for a guarantee before admission: the direct payment guarantee is what avoids the deposit.
  • When the local facility is not enough, Maximum's medical team decides the evacuation to a suitable centre, and pays for it (art. 6.2.2).

SourcesWorld Bank · read 10.10General conditions, policy 20 00 479

China: safety, in figures?

0.5 homicides per 100,000 people (2020) versus 0.6 in Switzerland and 1.3 in France.

  • 17.4 road deaths per 100,000 people versus 2.2 in Switzerland (World Bank, WHO).
  • The homicide rate is in the same range as Switzerland or France. On the road, 8 times more deaths than in Switzerland: road crashes are the leading cause of death of healthy travellers (CDC) — seat belt, no night driving, a driver or a taxi from a rank.

SourcesWorld Bank (UNODC, WHO) · read 10.10UCDP

Where is my embassy in China, and why register?

The nearest representations, by passport (OpenStreetMap):

  • France — Ambassade de France en Chine (7.4 km) · +86 10 85 31 20 00
  • Switzerland — Ambassade de Suisse (6.2 km)
  • United Kingdom — Ambassade de Grande Bretagne (3.9 km)
  • United States — 美国大使馆官邸 (3.2 km)
  • Register before leaving: France: Ariane · Switzerland: Travel Admin · United Kingdom: Foreign Office alerts · United States: STEP.
  • Two minutes, and in a crisis your country's authorities can reach you and count you in an evacuation.
  • Pick your passport at the top of Contacts: your embassy comes first.

SourcesOpenStreetMap · read 12.10DFAE · updated 10.06 · read 15.10

Which regions of China should I avoid, precisely?

No whole region is advised against, but Global Affairs Canada advises against specific areas (border zone, locality, route…): the map does not draw them, their text is quoted below.

  • Your point (Beijing): country-wide vigilance.
  • Areas quoted without a region: Global Affairs Canada — Avoid non-essential travel to Gyirong County due to severe flash flooding and mudslide…
  • Maximum does not exclude these areas: the VIP Pack covers care and repatriation there (sanctions, embargoes and a country already at war at departure remain enforceable).

SourcesGlobal Affairs Canada · updated 14.10 · read 16.10Foreign Office · updated 27.08 · read 15.10France Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 15.10

Which laws and customs should I know in China?

Local laws apply to every traveller; here is what the official texts say.

  • You must carry your passport and valid visa or residence permit at all times, as police conduct random identification checks and failure to produce them can lead to fines or detention.
  • Penalties for drug offences, including cannabis possession, are severe and can include heavy fines, jail sentences, or the death penalty, with random drug testing conducted by authorities.
  • Chinese authorities may prevent you from leaving the country by withholding your passport or applying an exit ban if you are suspected of a crime, and detention for up to 37 days without charges is possible.
  • Activities deemed to endanger national security or upset social order, even if occurring outside China, can lead to detention for up to six months before formal arrest, with limited access to legal representation.
  • Foreign nationals can be subject to exit bans related to commercial or private disputes, investigations, or criminal and civil matters, which may last for months or years.

SourcesGlobal Affairs Canada · updated 14.10 · read 16.10Foreign Office · updated 27.08 · read 15.10

Who can I call at any hour from China?

Every foreign ministry runs a 24/7 emergency line for its nationals.

  • France — Crisis and Support Centre — French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs: +33 1 53 59 11 00. 24/7 emergency line, standard rate. First contact abroad: the French embassy or consulate.
  • Switzerland — FDFA Helpline: +41 58 465 33 33 · +41 800 24 7 365. 24/7, 365 days a year — helpline@eda.admin.ch. Beware of scam calls spoofing these numbers.
  • United Kingdom — Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office: +44 20 7008 5000. 24 hours, for British nationals.
  • United States — Overseas Citizens Services — U.S. Department of State: +1 202 501 4444 · +1 888 407 4747. From abroad; the second number from the U.S. and Canada.
  • On site, Ambassade de France en Chine: +86 10 85 31 20 00.

Sourcesdiplomatie.gouv.fr · updated 15.09 · read 15.10eda.admin.ch · updated 10.06 · read 15.10

A few useful phrases in Chinese (Mandarin) for China?

Emergency phrases, to show if pronunciation fails:

  • Help! → 救命! (Jiùmìng!)
  • Call an ambulance! → 请叫救护车! (Qǐng jiào jiùhùchē!)
  • I need a doctor. → 我需要看医生。 (Wǒ xūyào kàn yīshēng.)
  • Where is the nearest hospital? → 最近的医院在哪里? (Zuìjìn de yīyuàn zài nǎlǐ?)
  • Call the police! → 请报警! (Qǐng bàojǐng!)

SourcesMaximum Insurance

What should I keep after leaving China, and how do I file a claim?

Keep the entry stamp, the invoices, the prescriptions and the medical report.

  • File within 30 days (art. 35.7) from your client area, with the documents; the official forms are pre-filled.
  • Costs advanced on site are reimbursed against receipts.
  • Fever, persistent diarrhoea or a rash in the following weeks? See a doctor and say where you have been — dengue, chikungunya circulate in the country (France Diplomatie).

SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479

What does the Pack VIP Extreme add?

Cancellation or change up to EUR 20,000, special risk EUR 5,000 per person, crisis management and security, optional Kidnap & Ransom.

  • Special risk (Module A): political event, attack, epidemic, natural disaster — opens when the FDFA, the FOPH or WHO advise against the trip (art. 18.1).
  • Epidemic: assistance must be requested within 7 days of the WHO or FDFA qualification (art. 36.2).
  • Crisis management and security: trip registration, monitoring, extraction, evacuation in case of riot, war, terrorism or disaster; Kidnap & Ransom subject to eligibility (art. 18.4).
  • €2,290 a year, unlimited trips.

SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479

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A question? Maximum answers.Answers built from the China file and your policy.

In a life-threatening emergency, call local emergency services first, then Maximum: +41 22 ••• •• •• — 24/7 support number, an adviser stays with you to the end.

What Maximum knows

The 207 country pages — hospitals, pharmacies, police, embassies, emergency numbers, official advice from four governments, health, safety in figures, events in progress — read around the city you name. Your policy — benefits, the six steps, claims, articles. The site — prices, certificate, subscription. Nothing else: what it does not know, it says so and hands you to an adviser.

Travelling to Pékin, Shanghai, Hong Kong: what changes

The published advisory level is national, but risk is not: business hubs (Pékin, Shanghai, Hong Kong) do not share the profile of border areas. The medical network shown on this page is computed around Beijing — real hospitals, evacuation airport and live alerts. Before a specific trip, always cross-check your country of residence's advisory: that is what your policy cites.

Same advisory level: Albania · Germany · Angola · Antarctica · Armenia · Bahamas

Cross-check with official sources
U.S. State Department → UK FCDO → France Diplomatie → DFAE (Suisse) →

The displayed level comes from the State Department, checked every morning. Before departure, always cross-check your country of residence's advisory: that is what your policy cites.

The level shown is the official U.S. Department of State level, checked daily. Maximum Insurance is an insurance distributor — general information, not personal advice.

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