Trade and Investment China

Foreigners are allowed to stay at hotels that are officially licensed to accommodate international guests in China. These establishments must be registered with the Public Security Bureau (PSB) and are required to report all foreign stays. While many mid-range and high-end hotels meet these requirements, not all budget or local accommodations are authorized to host foreigners especially in smaller towns or rural areas.   Hotel types that typically accept foreigners   International Hotel Chains - (e.g., Hilton, Marriott, Hyatt, InterContinental) State-Registered Mid-Range and Luxury Chinese Hotels - (e.g., Jin Jiang, Wanda) Licensed Hostels and Boutique Hotels - (especially in major cities like Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chengdu, and Xi’an) Hotels near Airports and Business Districts - these are more likely to be licensed due to high volumes of international visitors.   Hotels that often do not accept foreigners Local guesthouses and budget hostels, particularly in smal...

Just three days after Valentine’s Day, China and Chinese communities around the world will usher in the Lunar New Year on 17 February 2026 , welcoming the Year of the Horse. In Chinese culture, the Horse symbolizes vitality, energy, confidence, independence, hard work, and success ; qualities that perfectly reflect the spirit of progress and optimism for the year ahead. In China, the Lunar New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, is the most significant annual celebration. The festivities are marked by vibrant parades, dazzling lantern displays, themed exhibitions, cultural performances, fireworks, and a wide range of activities that showcase China’s rich cultural heritage. Traditional gifts for the 2026 Chinese New Year commonly include red envelopes (Hong Bao) filled with money, auspicious festive plants, and Year of the Horse themed items , such as jewellery and decorative ornaments, symbolizing good fortune, prosperity, and new beginnings . Happy Valentine'...