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
Maximum Alerts / China
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.
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.
You will be alerted only on the day the official level of this country changes.
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.
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.
What I say on the phone
What to do, in this order
In immediate danger, call local emergency services first. Then contact assistance without delay; before engaging a service, seek approval under your policy. Cover is confirmed by the insurer.
Ask assistance where to get care and whether direct cover can be arranged. It confirms the facility and seeks the insurer's approval under your policy. In immediate danger, call local emergency services first.
Even for a pain you meant to shrug off. Without a medical certificate written on the spot, the same day, the insurer cannot cover the event — a certificate written after you return does not count.
The hospital desk sends the request to assistance. Direct payment depends on the insurer's approval and the policy; the call alone does not guarantee it. Have the response confirmed before relying on no up-front payment.
In a life-threatening emergency, call local emergency services immediately. For an arranged transfer or repatriation, contact assistance: the insurer's medical team decides on measures under the policy. A medical flight booked without approval may not be reimbursed.
Even if everything went well on the ground. Send your invoices and the medical report within 30 days; after that, compensation may be reduced or refused.
Reading hospitals, doctors and pharmacies around this point…
List read from OpenStreetMap on 13.10.2026, not read again since: these facilities may have changed.
Country dial code: +86
OpenStreetMap list read on 13.10.2026, straight-line distances. In an emergency: +41 22 ••• •• ••.
near 吉市口东路
near 工人体育场西路
50 亮马桥路
Mo-Fr 08:30-20:00; Sa-Su 08:30-18:00
near 西院道路
near 中关村南大街
general;chinese_traditional_medicine;
near 八里庄路
near 取灯胡同
near 东大桥路
near 牛街
near 大格巷
东直门北小街 北新桥街道
Mo-Su 09:00-21:00
near 牛街
near 新街口南大街
near 十字坡街
真武庙六里 北京
24小时
near 幸福村中路
near 姚家园路
near 姚家园路
near 左安路
24/7
near 和平里东街
near 朝阳公园路
near 学院南路
near 弘燕路
near 力源里北街
9 北三环西路
near 金鱼胡同
near 南水关胡同
near 秀水南街
near 秀水南街
near 光华路
Mo-Fr 09:00-11:00
11 光华路 北京市
open "By appointment only";PH off
1 光华路
Mo-Fr 08:30-12:00, 13:00-16:45; PH off
1-91 Sanlitun Diplomatic Compound 北京市
Mo-Fr 09:00-13:00, 14:00-17:00
1-51, San Lit Tun Diplomatic office building Gong Ti Bei Lu, Chaoyang District
2A Gong Ti Bei Lu Beijing
near 新大路
11号 豆腐池胡同
near 西羊管胡同
near 东扬威街
near 十字坡街
near 百万庄大街
near 西坝河西路
near 东长安街
near 王府井大街
near 西长安街
near 前门3号通道
near 建国门内大街
near 干面胡同
near 崇文门西大街
near 珠市口东大街
near 西直门外南路
Forecast: MET Norway (Norwegian Meteorological Institute, CC BY 4.0), grouped by day and formatted by Maximum.
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.
National numbers (Wikidata, 2026 reading). On site, call local emergency services first, then Maximum: the insurer sends its payment guarantee to the hospital.
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
All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please see Your COVID-19 Vaccination for more information.
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.
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.
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers of all ages traveling to China.
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,…
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.
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…
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.
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.
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 .
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
Moderate incidence: nothing special for a short stay.
High coverage.
Very low or no transmission.
World Bank — latest published valuedata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026
Source: France Diplomatie (health advice, in French).
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
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
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).
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 :
Il est donc conseillé de consulter son médecin traitant ou un centre de vaccinations internationales (médecine des voyages) suffisamment de temps avant le voyage.
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 .
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.
L’encéphalite japonaise est une infection virale grave…
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 :
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…
Pour plus d’informations, consulter le site du ministère en charge de la Santé et le site de l'Assurance Maladie .
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
Before you travel check that:
This is particularly important if you have a health condition or are pregnant.
Call 120 and ask for an ambulance.
Contact your insurance company quickly if you’re referred to a medical facility for treatment.
At least 8 weeks before your trip:
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:
Tap water is generally not safe to drink. Only drink bottled water.
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 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.
Read FCDO guidance on travel and mental health . There is also mental health guidance on 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.
Notices vary by bank and vintage — yours prevails. On the right: the Maximum contract (public documents).
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.
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
specific areas are advised against; check the itinerary against their text below and record the decision in writing.
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.
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.
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"
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:
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.
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.
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
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.
The level is national. Risk areas are in the state advisories below.
No major event in progress is located in this country at this morning's check.
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.
French passport — 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
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Dernière actualisation le 05/03/2026, information toujours valable à la date du jour
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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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 ].
Le risque d’attentats terroristes est très faible.
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.
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
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Full text of the Security pagediplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 15.10.2026
Swiss passport — FDFA (Switzerland), in French
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)
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.
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.
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.
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)
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Warnings — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 27.08.2026 · read 15.10.2026
This travel advice covers mainland China. See travel advice for the Special Administrative Regions, Hong Kong and Macao .
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
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 .
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.
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:
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.
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
This guide also has safety advice for regions of China .
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 .
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.
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.
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:
Posting, publishing or supporting political statements critical of China or the Chinese authorities could be viewed as illegal.
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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American passport — U.S. Department of State
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China - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution 2026-09-03travel.state.gov ↗updated 03.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026
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:
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.
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.
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)
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
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Global Affairs Canada — written for Canadian travellers, valid for all
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.
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
Chinese authorities apply, sometimes arbitrarily, the death penalty for both violent and non-violent crimes, including for serious drug offences.
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
Police carry out random checks, and failure to produce proper identification could potentially lead to fines or detention.
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.
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.
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 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:
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 and the promotion of gambling activities are illegal in mainland China.
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
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.
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:
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.
All foreign nationals travelling to or around ‘sensitive’ areas might attract more attention from the authorities, including when:
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.
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.
Chinese laws and procedures relating to the arrest, detention and trial of criminal suspects are different from in the UK. For example:
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:
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.
Foreign nationals can be subject to exit bans. Exit bans can:
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.
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.
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:
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.
The Chinese authorities control internet access. Internet access can be limited around key political events and dates. Some services are permanently blocked, including:
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.
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.
Fire protection standards in Chinese accommodation are not always the same as in the UK. You should:
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.
Thoroughly research the school or university that is hiring you in China and make sure you’re confident they are following the law.
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
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
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.
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
French passport — France Diplomatie
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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.
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…
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.
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…
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.
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)
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
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.
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.
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.
When returning to the UK, British citizens must carry a valid British passport or certificate of entitlement . See Dual citizenship .
China does not recognise dual nationality. If you were born in China to a Chinese national parent, you will be:
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.
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
For each risk, the official texts themselves: what is happening, then, where they say so, what to do.
What the texts say · Serious crime against foreign nationals is relatively rare, but incidents can happen. Beware of scams in popular tourist areas.
What the texts say · Petty theft on overnight trains is common.
What the texts say · China is in an active seismic zone and can experience major earthquakes.
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 the texts say · Foreigners have received calls from scammers claiming to be the police. Credit card and ATM fraud occurs.
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)
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
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
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.
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
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 areaNone 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.
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
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.
Forecast: MET Norway (Norwegian Meteorological Institute, CC BY 4.0), grouped by day and formatted by Maximum.
French passport — French embassy and consulates
+86 10 85 31 20 00 · France Diplomatie
phone not published
1055 中山西路, 200051
+86 21 6010 6300
https://cn.ambafrance.org/-Consulat-Shangh ↗
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
1901-1907室 冼村路5号
phone not published
18 夏慤道 Harcourt Road, Central
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
phone not published
319 Xianxia Road, 200051, Shanghai
+86 21 6270 0519
https://www.eda.admin.ch/shanghai ↗updated 10.06.2026 · read 15.10.2026
18 港灣道 Harbour Road
+852 3509 5000
https://www.eda.admin.ch/hongkong ↗updated 10.06.2026 · read 15.10.2026
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
11 光华路, 100600, 北京市
phone not published
https://www.gov.uk/world/organisations/bri ↗updated 27.08.2026 · read 15.10.2026
1 光华路, 100020
+86 10 8529 6600
https://www.gov.uk/world/organisations/bri ↗updated 27.08.2026 · read 15.10.2026
1628 中山大道, 430010, 武汉市
phone not published
https://www.gov.uk/world/organisations/bri ↗updated 27.08.2026 · read 15.10.2026
968 北京西路, 200041, 上海市
phone not published
https://www.gov.uk/world/organisations/bri ↗updated 27.08.2026 · read 15.10.2026
phone not published
https://www.gov.uk/world/organisations/bri ↗updated 27.08.2026 · read 15.10.2026
5号22层 珠江西路, 广州市
+86 20 8314 3000
https://www.gov.uk/world/organisations/bri ↗updated 27.08.2026 · read 15.10.2026
OpenStreetMap
American passport — U.S. embassy and consulates
phone not published
55 安家楼路, 100600, 北京市
phone not published
phone not published
1469 淮海中路
phone not published
phone not published
OpenStreetMap
OpenStreetMap
Getting help — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 27.08.2026 · read 15.10.2026
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.
Ambulance: 120
Fire: 119
Police: 110
Traffic Police: 122
Maritime Search and Rescue Centre: 12395
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.
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.
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
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.
Actions to take before each professional trip abroad.
Live alerts and level changes, each with its official source. Continuously updated.
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 15.10.2026Le 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 15.10.2026L’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 15.10.2026Natural disasters and climate section – added information on El Niño
October 14, 2026 10:01 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 14.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026No level change recorded for this country since the log opened. The live alerts above are updated continuously.
Level 2/4 — Exercise Increased Caution, U.S. Department of State, retrieved on 16 October 2026.
Sourcestravel.state.gov · updated 03.09 · read 16.10France Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 15.10DFAE · updated 10.06 · read 15.10207-country comparison
An area advised against does not rule out the country.
SourcesFrance Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 15.10Foreign Office · updated 27.08 · read 15.10State Department · updated 03.09 · read 16.10
The rules depend on the passport, not on the destination alone.
SourcesFrance Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 15.10Foreign Office · updated 27.08 · read 15.10State Department · updated 03.09 · read 16.10
For a Schengen visa, yes: at least €30,000 of travel medical insurance (Regulation (EC) No 810/2009, art. 15).
SourcesRegulation (EC) 810/2009, art. 15General conditions, policy 20 00 479
VIP Pack — €990 for twelve months, unlimited trips.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479OpenStreetMap · read 12.10
From 70 000 € to 140 000 € depending on severity and distance (SkyCare (guide tarifaire), 2025).
SourcesSkyCare (guide tarifaire), 2025General conditions, policy 20 00 479
Six steps, in this order.
SourcesSpecial conditions 01.26General conditions, policy 20 00 479
Local emergency services: police 110 · ambulance 120 · fire 119
SourcesEmergencyNumberAPI · Wikidata · read 08.10OpenStreetMap · read 12.10
At today's level 2/4, card by card:
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 '
A health plan reimburses at home; here, the hospital asks for a payment guarantee before admission.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479
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).
The sourced detail is under Medical network › Health: vaccines, diseases present, altitude, outbreaks.
SourcesCDC Travelers' Health · read 10.10France Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 15.10OMS · read 15.10Foreign Office · updated 27.08 · read 15.10
3.1 physicians per 1,000 people (2022) versus 4.5 in Switzerland.
SourcesWorld Bank · read 10.10General conditions, policy 20 00 479
0.5 homicides per 100,000 people (2020) versus 0.6 in Switzerland and 1.3 in France.
The nearest representations, by passport (OpenStreetMap):
SourcesOpenStreetMap · read 12.10DFAE · updated 10.06 · read 15.10
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.
SourcesGlobal Affairs Canada · updated 14.10 · read 16.10Foreign Office · updated 27.08 · read 15.10France Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 15.10
Local laws apply to every traveller; here is what the official texts say.
SourcesGlobal Affairs Canada · updated 14.10 · read 16.10Foreign Office · updated 27.08 · read 15.10
Every foreign ministry runs a 24/7 emergency line for its nationals.
Sourcesdiplomatie.gouv.fr · updated 15.09 · read 15.10eda.admin.ch · updated 10.06 · read 15.10
Emergency phrases, to show if pronunciation fails:
SourcesMaximum Insurance
Keep the entry stamp, the invoices, the prescriptions and the medical report.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479
Cancellation or change up to EUR 20,000, special risk EUR 5,000 per person, crisis management and security, optional Kidnap & Ransom.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479
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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.
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.
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
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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