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China: The Travel Safety Guide
Essential tips for staying safe and within the law, plus avoiding scams and crime.
A reliable, trustworthy source of up-to-date advice so you can bravely explore the world.
China is a vast country with diverse landscapes, customs, cultures and people – lots of people. Joanna Tovia shares her tips to keep you safe and informed while exploring the Middle Kingdom.
Featured in this guide:
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Visas and registration
Find out where and why you need to register on arrival
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10 travel safety tips
From dealing with crowds to road safety, these are the essentials
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Travel cons to avoid
Scams are a nuisance, we identify some of the key indicators of a con
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Health and hygiene
Can you drink the tap water? What vaccinations do you need before you go?
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Law and crime
Some local laws might get you in trouble without you realizing
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Banned activities
It's important to know what you can and can't do in China
Download our free China Travel Safety Guide
China takes security threats seriously, and officials like to keep an eye on where travelers go and what they’re doing while they’re there
Joanna Tovia
