Good news for anyone traveling to China, no more Covid test requirement as of 8/30/23

[impulse]

Assuming the SF Standard is correct, this will save me $45 and an hour in the clinic each trip for the ATK test required to get on a flight to China.

 

https://sfstandard.com/2023/08/28/china-ditches-covid-test-requirement-incoming-travelers/

[sqwakvfr]

But what about the 16 page visa application? 

[Srikcir]

Good news but doesn't change fundamental challenges facing foreigners in China. 

"Sharp Decline in the Number of Foreigners in China Demands Serious Attention," June 2023.

https://www.pekingnology.com

For example, "... the actual implementation of China's policies and social-cultural environment still have room for improvement to effectively accommodate foreigners." A very "softball" observation.

In terms of proportion of foreign residents in China, China lags behind (0.05%) even with countries like Laos (0.08%) and Cambodia (0.05%), or compared to other developed Asian nations such as Japan and South Korea (0.8%). 

[ExpatOilWorker]

https://www.wsj.com/articles/chinas-latest-problem-people-dont-want-to-go-there-7d17a83a

[DJ54]

Thanks for the update… appreciated 

[theoldgit]

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[Danderman123]

How about obtaining a Chinese tourist visa for a Thai lady? 

 

The application implies its just about impossible.

[Muzzique]

Good news for anyone traveling to China, no more Covid test requirement as of 8/30/23

 

Until they munch on a few more bats and launch another one that is.