Latest 2022 entry and exit policies and international flight plans

In recent years, the epidemic has become more serious around the world, and immigration policies have been subject to different changes. The following is a summary of the latest entry and exit policies and international flight plans. See below for details. Overseas Chinese, come and take a look! 1. South Korea

Jeju Island will resume visa-free entry and restart international flights at many airports

According to the South Korean Central Disaster and Safety Countermeasures Headquarters, the South Korean government decided to resume the suspension from June 1 Jeju Island has implemented a visa-free entry policy for foreign tourists for more than 2 years. According to relevant regulations, foreign tourists will be able to enter Jeju Island without a visa starting from June 1 for sightseeing and stay for 30 days. In addition to Jeju Island, the South Korean government will also allow visa-free entry for group tourists from Vietnam, the Philippines, Indonesia and Mongolia through Yangyang Airport on the east coast of South Korea.

In addition, with the relaxation of South Korea’s anti-epidemic measures and the increase in inbound and outbound passengers, starting from May 1, airports in many places in South Korea, including Incheon International Airport, have gradually restarted international flights, adding weekly flights to the airport. The total number of international flights has increased to 520. Among them, large Korean airlines are mainly expanding their mid- to long-haul flights to Europe and the United States, while low-cost airlines are focusing on short- and medium-haul flights in Asia. 2. Japan

plans to welcome tourists to Japan as early as June or to accept small tour groups on a trial basis in May

On May 6, the Japanese government plans to resume accepting foreign tourists to Japan as early as June. policies were coordinated. In addition, Japan is also exploring the possibility of accepting small tourist groups to Japan as early as May. According to reports, Japan will make a careful judgment on the epidemic situation during the "Golden Week" holiday in May.

It is understood that the Japanese government plans to gradually increase the number of tourists to Japan for the sake of regional economic recovery while observing the epidemic situation at home and abroad. Regarding the entry epidemic prevention policy, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida stated on the 5th that entry into Japan in June will be as smooth as that of other Group of Seven (G7) members, and entry restrictions will be further relaxed.

In addition, Japan may also increase the daily limit of 10,000 arrivals. 3. Laos

All international entry and exit ports will be reopened from May 9

Recently, the Laos National COVID-19 Prevention and Control Committee announced that all entry and exit international ports will be reopened from May 9. International port of entry. Applicants for entry can apply for a visa at the local Lao embassy or consulate, the Lao e-visa website, or apply for a visa on arrival at a designated port. Those who hold a certificate of complete vaccination against the COVID-19 vaccine do not need to undergo a nucleic acid test before departure or after entry; those over 12 years old who do not have a certificate of complete vaccination against the COVID-19 vaccine, if they hold a negative result of a rapid COVID-19 test within 48 hours before entry, after entry No virus testing is required. Foreigners who are infected with the new coronavirus after entering the country must bear their own medical expenses. 4. Thailand

International tourists who have been fully vaccinated do not need to undergo nucleic acid testing after entering Thailand

From May, Thailand will further open its doors. International tourists who have been fully vaccinated will not need to undergo nucleic acid testing after entering Thailand. No nucleic acid testing is required.

Thailand’s Ministry of Transport stated on May 2 that on May 1, the first day of nucleic acid-free travel, more than 20,000 air passengers entered Thailand, including 96 at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport. There were nearly 17,000 passengers on international flights, and Phuket Airport welcomed 27 international flights with more than 4,000 passengers.

Since this year, as Thailand gradually opens its doors, the number of inbound international tourists has increased significantly. The Tourism Authority of Thailand predicts that by the fourth quarter of this year, more than 1 million international tourists will enter Thailand every month, and the number of inbound tourists throughout the year is expected to exceed 7 million. 5. Serbia

Removal of entry epidemic prevention restrictions from May 3

Recently, the Serbian government announced a decision to lift all entry epidemic prevention restrictions from 0:00 on May 3.

“The decision to allow Serbian and foreign citizens to enter the country freely is taken based on the current situation of the epidemic and is in line with the decisions of most countries in Europe and the region. The competent authorities will continue to monitor the development of the epidemic and inform the public "Therefore, starting from May 3, no matter which country citizens enter Serbia, they are not required to provide a negative nucleic acid or antigen report, a recovery certificate after being diagnosed with COVID-19, or a vaccination certificate.

The government stated that this decision does not mean the end of the new crown pandemic and that citizens should be responsible for their own health. Masks are still required in indoor settings and must be worn when entering medical facilities. COVID-19 testing sites and vaccinations continue as usual. The latest international flight plans of major Chinese airlines

Air China’s international flight plans from 0:00 on March 27, 2022 to 24:00 on October 29, 2022, Beijing time, are as follows:

*The above flight schedule and first point of entry may change, please refer to the sales system display

*The above schedules are all local time schedules.

You can check flight status and purchase tickets through the Air China official website and Air China APP.

China Eastern Airlines/Shanghai Airlines

From 0:00 on May 1, 2022 to 24:00 on May 31, 2022, China Eastern Airlines and Shanghai Airlines can operate a total of 21 international routes per week strip. The specific flight plans are as follows:

The above flight plans may change according to policies. Please pay attention to China Eastern Airlines’ official website, APP and other official channels for the latest flight updates.

China Southern Airlines

Starting from May 1, China Southern Airlines can operate a total of 21 international and regional routes this month. The specific flight plan is as follows:

< p>The above flight plans are subject to change, please refer to China Southern Airlines’ official website, APP, WeChat applet and other official channels for actual inquiry.

Xiamen Airlines

Recently, Xiamen Airlines released its international/regional flight schedule for May.

The above flights are all in local time. In case of flight changes, please refer to the actual inquiry.

Special instructions for flights marked with *

*MF830 "Los Angeles-Xiamen" will not be operated on May 12;

*MF871/2 "Xiamen= Seoul" is scheduled to be implemented on May 19th every Thursday;

*MF820"Manila-Xiamen" is scheduled to be implemented on May 13th and 27th every Friday;

*MF848"Kuala Lumpur -Xiamen" is planned to be implemented on May 20th every Friday;

*MF834 "Bangkok-Xiamen" is planned to be implemented on May 23rd every Monday.

Source: China News Network, China Civil Aviation Network, China Eastern Airlines website, etc.