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Tourists have been able to fly to the People’s Republic of China again for a few weeks. However, there are still a few formalities to be observed.
From Saturday (April 29), a negative corona PCR test is no longer required for entry into China. The Chinese Tourist Office points this out.
After Information from the Chinese Embassy From now on, a self-conducted rapid Covid-19 test is sufficient, which was carried out within 48 hours before departure. Airlines are no longer obliged to check the test report before boarding.
fill out a health declaration
However, it is still necessary to enter the negative test result in the health declaration of the Chinese customs office, according to the embassy website. This can be done via the Chinese messenger app WeChat (keyword: Customs Pocket Declaration), via the customs office app or the website htdecl.chinaport.gov.cn happen.
Travelers must present the health declaration upon arrival at the airport. There is also a “routine infection control” on site.
Visa required – except for certain short stays
In addition to a passport that is valid for at least six months, German citizens need a visa to enter Germany. Exception: In certain cities and regions, 72-hour stays are visa-free if you can show an international onward flight, according to the Chinese Tourist Office. These include Shanghai and Beijing.
China only fully opened its borders to visitors again in mid-March after the end of the strict corona measures. Since then, tourists have also been able to travel regularly to the People’s Republic again. (dpa)
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