It has a developing economy, some sectors of which are industrialized. Modern tourist facilities are not widely available except in major cities. Passports and visas are required. Most tourist visas are valid for only one entry.
Travelers require a new visa for additional entries into China.
Specific information is available through the Embassy of the People's Republic of China at 2300 Connecticut Avenue N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, tel. The quality of medical care in China is uneven. Competent, trained doctors and nurses are available in major metropolitan centers. Doctors and hospitals often expect immediate cash payment for health services. U.S. medical insurance is not always valid outside the United States.