The epidemic temporarily suspends the entry of foreigners holding valid Chinese visas and residence permits.

Legal analysis: In view of the rapid spread of the new coronavirus pneumonia epidemic around the world, China has decided to temporarily stop foreigners from entering China with currently valid visas and residence permits.

Legal basis: "Announcement of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the National Immigration Administration of the People's Republic of China on Temporarily Suspending the Entry of Foreigners Holding Valid Chinese Visas and Residence Permits" In view of the rapid spread of the COVID-19 epidemic around the world As the epidemic spreads, China has decided to temporarily stop foreigners from entering China with currently valid visas and residence permits starting from 0:00 on March 28, 2020. The entry of foreigners holding APEC business travel cards is suspended. Policies such as the suspension of port visas, 24/72/144-hour transit visa exemption, Hainan entry visa exemption, Shanghai cruise visa exemption, 144-hour visa exemption for foreigners from Hong Kong and Macao entering Guangdong in groups, and visa exemption for ASEAN tour groups entering Guangxi. Entry with diplomatic, service, courtesy, or C visas will not be affected. Foreigners who come to China to engage in necessary economic, trade, scientific and technological activities or for urgent humanitarian needs can apply for visas from Chinese embassies and consulates abroad. The entry of foreigners holding visas issued after the announcement will not be affected.