Immigration
Apr. 15, 2024
Why China cannot stop its citizens from leaving
Chinese social media platforms have spread news of a new four-point passport control measure implemented by the Chinese Immigration Bureau. Accurately predicting its success in curbing Chinese illegal immigration presents uncertainties.
Xinying Huang
Former Visiting Scholar at Stanford Law School
Huang served as a correctional officer and an attorney in China. He is interested in legal issues related to law enforcement international relations.
In the latter part of March, Chinese social media platforms spread news of a new four-point passport control measure implemented by the Chinese Immigration Bureau.
The newest promulgation includes: 1) Chinese citizens who unlawfully exceed their permitted stay in foreign nations on tourist visas, visas on arrival, or visa exemptions will face a downgrade in their personal credentials. 2) Their passports will be revoked, and they will be in...
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