The United States and Hong Kong encourage medical tourism. Patients are drawn by the high standard of care, and hospitals find this business to be disproportionately profitable. But both are wary of “birth tourism,” i.e., women entering as visitors with the intent to give birth. Continue reading
A draft Law on Exit and Entry Administration was recently introduced in China’s National People’s Congress. This would be the first major overhaul of China’s immigration law since the Law on Entry and Exit of Foreigners was enacted in 1985. Topics covered by the draft law include, for example: Continue reading
The New York Times’ Andrew Jacobs reported on Nov. 26 about a U.S. engineer uanble to leave China: Engineer’s Return to China Leads to Jail and Limbo. Continue reading
Update: On October 6 the U.S. Senate passed a resolution apologizing for the 1882 Chinese Exclusion Act. No action yet on the companion bill introduced in the House of Representatives. Continue reading
This 14-year-old girl went on to become world famous. This image is from a certificate issued by the U.S. Consulate in Shanghai to authorize her admission to the United States. If you can name her, you’ll win a USD 10 (RMB 60) gift certificate to Starbucks or Amazon.com, whichever you prefer. Post your answer in the comments. Good luck! Continue reading
1. Plan your travel and visa application as far in advance as possible.
2. Complete your application fully and accurately.
3. Be forthcoming about your purpose and plans.
4. Prepare for your interview by being able to clearly and concisely describe your intentions. Continue reading
The U.S. Senate on July 27 confirmed Gary Locke as ambassador to China. Mr. Locke has served as U.S. Secretary of Commerce and governor of Washington. He’s the first Chinese-American to serve as ambassador to China. Continue reading
