# China tightens travel restrictions for citizens

https://mins.news/en/item/58695

- BBC News, 2026-09-15 03:25 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cqe8x6gkk250o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

> New rules governing travel to and from China have taken effect. Citizens deemed to have harmed national security or interests, or who violate technology import and export rules, may be barred from leaving the country for up to three years. Authorities say the measures protect sovereignty and security, while critics say they give Beijing greater control over citizens abroad.

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