After Exporting COVID-19 to the World, China Bans Nigerians, Others from Entering Country Over Virus Fears

The Chinese government has announced travel restriction on Nigerians and other non-Chinese nationals traveling to the country from Nigeria.

In a statement on Thursday by its Embassy and Consulate in Nigeria, China said the ban is a temporary one and was due to the COVID-19 pandemic, a virus that was originally from China.

See statement

“Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, China has decided to temporarily suspend entry into China by non-Chinese nationals in Nigeria holding visas or residence permits still valid at the time of this announcement.

“The Chinese Embassy and Consulate in Nigeria will no longer issue Certified Health Declaration Form for the above-mentioned personnel.

“Entry by holders of diplomatic, service, courtesy or C visas will not be affected. Foreign nationals visiting China for emergency needs may apply for visas at the Chinese Embassy or Consulate. Entry by non-Chinese nationals in Nigeria with visas issued after 3 November 2020 will not be affected.

“The suspension is a temporary response necessitated by the current situation of COVID-19. The above-mentioned measures will be assessed in accordance with the evolving situation and any adjustment will be announced accordingly.”