Free travel on Saipan.

Passport and visa application

Before traveling to Saipan, you must first understand the Saipan passport and visa application procedures. Eligible for the visa-free entry policy: Individual entry to the Northern Mariana Islands is subject to the conditional visa-free entry policy.

Eligible countries include

(1) China (The People's Republic of China)

(2) Russia (The Russian Federation)

Information to be submitted by Chinese passengers

Any guest taking a direct charter flight from China to Saipan must submit the following information when making a reservation:

(1) Passenger Information Form : All information fields on the application form must be completed and signed by the applicant in person (the information reported by the guest on the information form will be used as evidence of information provided to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, and those who falsely report information will be May be refused entry)

(2) Original passport: valid for six months or more (from the date of return); no less than one blank page (used for entry stamp) ;Must be a passport that can be read by a computer (that is, a passport with two lines of numbers and an English barcode at the bottom of the data page)

(3) Copy of ID card: Please provide a copy of both sides of the ID card

Tips

(a) If you apply through a travel agency, submit the above information to the travel agency, and then the travel agency will provide the passenger list to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security for review.

(b) People who have applied for a U.S. visa before (whether successfully approved or not) must fill in the information about their previous applications on the passenger information form. Omission or deliberate concealment may affect the tourists. Entry may even be refused.

Practical information on Saipan

Accommodation overview

There are many types of hotels on the island, from quiet and comfortable to spacious and high-end hotels. In addition to hotels with specific characteristics that are suitable for backpackers, tourists can choose various types of hotels to stay according to their own preferences.

It is recommended to choose a hotel facing the sea. Tourists can choose to "stay at home" and enjoy another kind of fun. In the morning, after having breakfast at the seaside restaurant, you can play on your own beach. When you are tired, go to experience a relaxing spa at the seaside. At sunset, sit lazily on the beach and watch the sunset, giving you a relaxed seaside style. In the evening, you can have a barbecue on the beach while enjoying a dance performance by the local native Chamorro people. In fact, there are not a few vacationers who choose to spend a lazy day in the hotel.

Language

The local official language is English, Chamorro and Karolan are indigenous languages, and Japanese is available in tourist areas. However, there are many Chinese people shopping in local shops, so when asking for directions, you may meet Chinese compatriots, so you don’t have to worry about language issues.

Currency

The currency in circulation is the United States. It is best to exchange it at a domestic bank in advance before going abroad. You can also exchange it at local banks, airport exchange offices, hotels, and duty-free shops. Credit cards and Chinese bank cards with the UnionPay logo can be used in most consumer places and stores frequented by tourists.

Saipan bank business hours: Monday to Thursday 10:00-15:00, Friday 10:00-17:00, closed on Saturdays and Sundays.

Power supply

The voltage on the island is 110 volts, please bring your own voltage converter. The Saipan plug is different from China's three-term American plug. The two-term flat plug used in China can be used locally.

Communication

Saipan's telephone system has been integrated into the United States telephone system. The country code used is the same as that of the United States, and the local area code is 670. Visitors can use the hotel phone or public phone to make intra-island calls at a cost of 35 cents each time, with unlimited call time.

If tourists need to contact the country, they can also buy a local phone card called Verizon (equivalent to the domestic IP card). This phone card costs 5 US dollars and can make 180 minutes of domestic calls.

If Chinese mobile phones have global roaming services, they can make and receive calls on Saipan, but sometimes the signal is not very stable. The cost of making domestic calls using a China Mobile mobile phone in Saipan is 8.99 yuan/minute.

Drinking water

Local tap water is desalinated from seawater and cannot be drunk directly. Even if it is boiled, it will have a sedimentary or salty taste. There is a charge for drinking water from the waiter, so it is best to buy mineral water at a nearby convenience store.

Postal Service

The cost of the Postal Service is the same as that of the United States Postal Service. There are post offices in the most convenient places on the three main islands, and there are also mail service companies in Saipan. Open Monday to Friday, open on Saturday morning, closed on Sunday.

Dress recommendations

Saipan has a subtropical marine climate all year round and the climate is relatively hot. Just wear a comfortable short-sleeved shirt and shorts, casual shoes or sandals, and add a light jacket at night. A sun hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen are essential items.

Saipan Travel Tips

Pre-trip Instructions

1. It is recommended to bring your own seasickness medicines such as Chengxuning, band-aids, anti-inflammatory medicines, cold medicines and Antidiarrheal medicine in case of incompatibility. Guests who are sick should bring their own first aid medicine!

2. The temperature is hot all year round, so summer clothes are the main thing. Please bring extra changes of clothes. Also bring your own swimsuit (bikini is recommended for ladies), slippers, sunscreen, sunglasses and parasol.

3. Saipan is located in a tropical area with a hot climate, so you should drink more water if you sweat more. Prices in Saipan are very high, so it is recommended to buy a small amount of mineral water in China and ship it there.

4. Since Saipan is an island that pays special attention to environmental protection, the use of disposable items is not advocated. Therefore, guests are welcome to bring their own toothbrush, toothpaste, slippers and other daily necessities.

5. Since the voltage of Saipan is 110-120 volts and the socket is American standard, guests who bring digital cameras and need to charge them should bring their own batteries or purchase American standard adapter plugs.

6. Guests who want to rent a car and drive in Saipan must bring their driver's license. You cannot rent a car and drive on the road without a driver's license. Generally, the rental price for a car does not exceed US$70 per day.

Things to note

1. Saipan tourism is different from other forms of tourism in that it is mainly leisure and vacation style. There are a number of self-funded projects for reference, which are fresh and fun.

2. Traffic conditions in Saipan are good, with relatively few traffic jams.

3. Valuable items should be carried with you to avoid being visited by thieves. In comparison, Saipan's security is good, but when you go out to play, you should be careful of thieves or you can use the hotel's safe to store it. According to international practice, guests are responsible for theft in the hotel. When going out, you generally do not need to carry your passport.

Notes on water activities

1. When riding a yacht, do not concentrate on one side of the deck to avoid losing balance. Keep your hands outside the edge of the boat to avoid collision.

2. When participating in any activities on the island, you should ask the tour guide to make arrangements to ensure safety.

3. It is advisable to go together when participating in water activities. Follow the guidance of professional coaches. Those who cannot swim should not try it and strictly abide by the regulations of wearing life jackets.

4. If there are factors such as poor weather, high winds and waves that are not suitable for water activities, do not force yourself to participate.

5. You should pay attention to your physical condition. People with heart disease, high blood pressure, colds, fever and other diseases, as well as those who are full after meals, should not participate in water activities. If you feel tired or cold, you should go ashore immediately.

6. When participating in diving activities, you must remember whether you have to board the plane within 24 hours. If you do so within 24 hours, you are not allowed to participate in diving activities.

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