24 Jun 2022 | 03:43 AM UTC
China: Officials tighten domestic COVID-19 test requirements in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, June 24
Officials tighten domestic COVID-19 test requirements in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, June 24. Localized lockdown measures ongoing.
Event
Officials in Guangdong Province have tightened COVID-19 test requirements in Shenzhen as of June 24. Individuals must present a negative nucleic acid test result issued within 48 hours or proof of a test taken within 24 hours to enter public transport and indoor premises. Travelers must present a negative nucleic acid taken within 48 hours to enter Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX).
As of June 24, localized lockdown and stay-home measures are in place in at least 14 locations due to COVID-19 activity. The affected areas are situated in Futian, Luohu, and Longgang districts. Authorities will restrict travel to and from the affected communities. Security personnel will enforce checkpoints in these areas to ensure compliance with movement restrictions. Officials typically extend measures until two weeks after the latest date of newly confirmed community cases. Officials will likely carry out several rounds of testing in these locations before easing restrictions.
Officials could impose tighter restrictions if there are new COVID-19 cases. Strict controls, such as stay-at-home orders and closure of nonessential businesses, are possible. The government may impose gathering, business, and travel restrictions in Shenzhen as a precaution if new cases emerge.
Advice
Follow all official instructions. Remain polite and nonconfrontational if questioned by security personnel. Confirm travel reservations to, from, and in Shenzhen.
