International travelers are continuing to face Covid-19 entry requirements, however, China has recently announced that it will simplify its visa applications for foreign nationals who have been vaccinated against COVID-19, specifically Chinese-made COVID-19 vaccines.

According to the Chinese embassy located in the Philippines, they will be returning to pre-pandemic visa requirements for those fully vaccinated.

China’s rate of COVID-19 infections has declined significantly, and there have been very few domestic infections with most new cases resulting from people flying in to China from overseas.  However, the rules on movement of people and quarantine remain complicated, and it is important that anyone planning a visit to the PRC prepare carefully.  Continue