China unveils regulation on exit, entry administration

Chinese Premier Li Qiang has signed a State Council decree issuing a regulation on exit and entry administration.

Scheduled to take effect on Sept 15, the regulation aims to standardize exit and entry administration, protect the lawful rights and interests of exit and entry personnel, and safeguard national sovereignty, security and development interests.

The regulation will improve the exit security risk prevention system, stipulating that the foreign affairs, culture and tourism, and other competent departments under the State Council shall promptly and publicly issue overseas safety alerts and safety risk warnings for tourist destinations.

When processing and approving applications for exit and entry documents, as well as conducting exit border inspections, the immigration authorities shall remind Chinese citizens to exercise caution when traveling to high-risk countries or regions, according to the regulation.

The regulation also details application requirements for exit and entry, refines restrictive measures, and regulates intermediary services related to exit and entry.