The Government of Canada advises Canadians to “exercise a high degree of caution” while in China and for those planning to visit the country due to the countries new rules that could prevent visitors from leaving. This has been stated in Canada’s latest update to China’s travel advisory.

China’s latest exit-and-entry rules came into effect on September 15, 2026.

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Chinese authorities may place an exit ban on specific individuals.

“An exit ban may prevent you from leaving the country if you, your family or your employer and/or business associates are involved in any open civil or criminal investigations, including business disputes,” the government writes.

You may only learn that authorities have placed an exit ban on you as you go through customs and immigration controls when trying to leave China. It is difficult to obtain information on bans from Chinese authorities, the advisory says.

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