H1N1 Quarantine Measures Affect Travel to China

Quarantine measures have been imposed by the Government of China in response to the 2009-H1N1 pandemic that may affect travel into the country. Those who are traveling to China are urged to consider purchasing travel insurance to protect against losses in the event they are quarantined.

In May 2009, China implemented a policy that allows quarantine of arriving passengers who exhibit fever or flu-like symptoms. Although the overall percentage of U.S. citizens being quarantined remains low, the nature of the selection process makes it almost impossible to predict if a traveler may be placed into quarantine.

Although home quarantines were permitted in July 2009 as an option for some confirmed 2009-H1N1 Influenza cases, travelers are advised that quarantine in a designated hospital or facility remains a possibility. Travelers may also experience delays at airports, railway stations and other locations due to health screenings. Call 888-407-4747 toll free in the U.S. for up-to-date information.

All foreign travelers, including U.S. citizens, are obliged to follow local procedures regarding quarantines and any other public health-related measures. The Chinese government will not compensate people for lost travel expenses.

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