US State Department Updates China Travel Advisory to Level 2
visa • 21 March 2026
The US State Department has updated its travel advisory for China to Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution, maintaining the same level as its previous assessment. The advisory reflects standard precautions recommended for international travel and notes no new specific concerns for tourist areas. American travellers should review the advisory before departure for the most current guidance. The State Department continues to recommend enrolling in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) for trip notifications and emergency assistance. Travel insurance remains strongly recommended for US citizens visiting China. Several major US insurers now offer China-specific policies covering medical evacuation, trip cancellation, and COVID-related disruptions starting from approximately 5 for a two-week trip.