I have tried messaging Willy a few times without success. His profile shows his last visit to the site on Oct 7th 2021. I am gonna try to get a hold of his little Scottish mate and see if he knows anything.

ANY ONE KNOW THE STATUS OF WILLY?
I messaged him last week and have not received a reply. I hope his is healthy.

The Department of State is pleased to announce that the U.S. Consulate General in Guangzhou has been selected as a pilot location for renewing passports via mail and for payment of DS-82 passport renewal fees online for those residing in the People’s Republic of China.  Beginning February 15, 2022, passport applicants living anywhere in the People’s Republic of China wishing to renew by mail and/or pay for their DS-82 renewal application online may visit https://china.usembassy-china.org.cn/guangzhousections-offices/u-s-citizen-services-guangzhou/ to learn more about these options.  If eligible, applicants may then submit payment via U.S. or international credit or debit card, electronic funds transfer from a U.S.-based bank account, Amazon Pay, or Pay Pal.

 

 

We also recommend that Americans overseas take the following actions:   

·         Enroll at STEP.state.gov to receive the latest updates from the Embassy.  Your registration expires automatically based on the dates entered and you will not receive updates after that date.  From within your account settings, update to INDEFINITE to ensure that you continue receiving messages. If you have any trouble, please email CASTEP@state.gov.   

·         Visit travel.state.gov for the latest Travel Advisories and other guidance regarding COVID-19 for U.S. citizens abroad at https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/ea/covid-19-information.html.     

·         Follow the advice of the CDC and local health authorities that you can find at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html   

·         Check with their airlines, cruise lines, or travel operators regarding any updated information about your travel plans and/or restrictions.   

·         Monitor the Department of State’s COVID-19 website at https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/ea/covid-19-information.html   

In the United States, passengers may be subject to CDC screening, health observation, and monitoring requirements upon reentry to the United States. For additional questions, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s COVID-19 Information for Travel page.

 

 

THE CONSULATE GENERAL OF THE UNITED STATES IN GUANGZHOU IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION THROUGH THE CONSULATE WARDEN SYSTEM AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO AMERICAN CITIZENS IN CHINA. PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD.

My bride is getting to be an old woman and I enjoy her more each day. Happy birthday Fiona.
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In response to local outbreaks of COVID-19, including the new Omicron variant, People's Republic of China (PRC) authorities are expanding prevention and control measures in certain cities and communities.  These measures may include mass testing, closures, transportation disruptions, lockdowns, and possible family separation.  Consult local media and websites regarding the most current restrictions for your area.  Failure to follow the instructions of your local authorities may further complicate problems U.S. Citizens   may encounter.

 

The U.S. Embassy in Beijing and Consulates General in Guangzhou, Shanghai, Shenyang, and Wuhan are aware of reports of food and medical shortages in some affected areas and are monitoring conditions closely.  The Embassy and Consulates General understand anxieties around questions of food and medical supply, communication difficulties, and isolation under tight quarantine rules.

 

If you find yourself in an emergency, please contact the Embassy or Consulate General for your area using the information at https://china.usembassy-china.org.cn/contact/.

 

Amid the difficult on-the-ground conditions, your local authorities and/or employer should be able to best help you immediately:  You can reach out for assistance most effectively by contacting your local community’s office.  You may also want to try the local Foreign Affairs Office (waiban) at affiliated employers, universities, and other organizations.  If you are concerned about language issues, contacting them via WeChat may be better than trying to call.  Your local employer might also be able to provide assistance with resolving specific issues.

 

As the PRC prepares for the Spring Festival and the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games, COVID-19-related conditions and policies could change suddenly and affect previously low-risk areas.  The Department of State has prepared information to help you stay safe during the Games at https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/before-you-go/2022-Olympic-and-Paralympic-Games.html.  This site will be updated regularly as more information becomes available or as conditions change.

 

The Department’s free Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) is still the best way to receive the latest alerts.  Encourage U.S. citizens you know to register if they have not already done so at https://step.state.gov/STEP/Pages/Common/Subscribe.aspx.

 

Actions to Take:

Check with your hotels, airlines, or cruise lines, and local media and authorities regarding any updated information about your travel plans and/or restrictions.
Visit the Embassy COVID-19 webpage for information on conditions in China.
For the latest requirements on entering China, please refer to the PRC Embassy’s website.
Consult the CDC website for the most recent information on what you can do to reduce your risk of contracting COVID-19.
Visit the Travel.State.Gov COVID-19 webpage for the latest information by country.
 

For Assistance:

U.S. Embassy Beijing and Consulates General Guangzhou, Shanghai, Shenyang, and Wuhan

https://china.usembassy-china.org.cn/contact/

 

Department of State – Consular Affairs
+1-888-407-4747 or +1-202-501-4444

China Country Information
Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts.
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