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U.S. State Department Updates Travel Advisory for China and Macau SAR: Retains Level 2 for Mainland China and Hong Kong, Level 3 for Macau SAR, with Expanded Details on Risks

The U.S. State Department has updated its travel warning for China, including its Special Administrative Regions. Mainland China and Hong Kong still have a Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution warning. Macau SAR keeps its Level 3: Reconsider Travel warning. This update explains the risks to U.S. citizens in more detail. These risks include local laws being enforced without clear rules, the chance of being unfairly held, and the use of exit bans. It also mentions problems with getting help from U.S. diplomats.

Jurisdiction

United States

Stage

Effective 4 Sept 2026

Published

4 Sept 2026

In force

4 Sept 2026

Category

Travel Advisories

Official source

U.S. State Department — Travel advisories