China decided to lift the quarantine for those entering the country and start issuing passports

After the lifting of tough anti-coronavirus measures within the country, the Chinese authorities made a number of decisions regarding contacts with the rest of the world. First, on December 26, they announced the abolition of quarantine measures for those entering the country from January 8, 2023.

“Persons arriving in China must undergo PCR testing 48 hours before departure. In case of a negative result, they will be able to enter the PRC without requesting a health code at the embassy or consulate ”(previously, foreigners had to receive such an electronic code at the embassy after passing several tests, and earlier also vaccination certificates and health diaries. – Vedomosti ), – said in a message published by Central Television. In addition, COVID-19 has been removed from the list of Class A diseases subject to special border control restrictions.

On December 27, the National Immigration Administration of China announced that from January 8, the issuance of international passports to its citizens, which was stopped in August 2021, will also resume. In addition, the acceptance of applications in the PRC from foreigners for the extension, renewal and renewal of visas and residence permits will also resume. A little earlier, the Chinese Foreign Ministry announced that it would simplify the issuance of visas to foreigners who travel to work, study or for family reunification. The issuance of transit Chinese visas to foreigners will also be resumed for 24.72 and 144 hours.