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No More PCR tests if you travel to China from…

Ikky Ma March 1, 2023
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Starting March 1, 2023 (local time), travelers to China can use antigen tests (including self-administered test kits) instead of PCR tests, as announced by Chinese embassies in various countries.

This applies to travelers from:

  • Azerbaijan
  • Brunei
  • Cambodia
  • Denmark
  • Egypt
  • France
  • Georgia
  • Greece
  • Hungary
  • Indonesia
  • Iran
  • Italy
  • Kazakhstan
  • Kenya
  • Laos
  • Malaysia
  • Maldives
  • Mongolia
  • Nepal
  • New Zealand
  • Philippines
  • Portugal
  • Russia
  • Serbia
  • Singapore
  • South Africa
  • Spain
  • Sri Lanka
  • Switzerland
  • Tanzania
  • Thailand
  • UAE
  • Uzbekistan
  • Vietnam

Airlines will no longer require negative PCR results before boarding, accepting antigen test results as sufficient.

Travel guide to China

01 Pre-flight test

All passengers flying to China must take a PCR or Rapid Antigen Test (RAT) within 48 hours before boarding.

You can only travel if your test result is negative or turns negative following a prior positive test.

02 Chinese customs health declaration

Travelers must report their negative test results to Chinese customs by completing a health declaration form via:

  • Chinese Customs WeChat Mini-Program (scan QR code below) or
  • Chinese Customs APP or
  • Website: https://htdecl.chinaport.gov.cn

Ensure compliance with these updated guidelines for a smooth travel experience.

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