Is Nanning safe to visit right now? (September 2026)

Travel advisories for China

What the advice says

• The US State Department rates China as Level 3, Reconsider Travel, and this rating applies to the whole country rather than specifically to Nanning.
• UK FCDO guidance notes that terrorist attacks in China cannot be ruled out, and while foreigners have not been specifically targeted, attacks could occur in places visited by tourists.
• Chinese national security laws have broad scope, and travelers can be detained without having intended to break the law, including for activity that took place outside mainland China.
• Scams such as the 'tea tasting' or 'massage' scam target visitors in tourist areas, where friendly strangers lead travelers to an establishment that then demands a large fee, sometimes followed by threats.
• Drink spiking and sexual assault are described as rare but possible, and solo travelers, especially women, are advised to avoid unattended drinks and drinks offered by strangers.
• Always carry your passport, since police carry out random ID checks and do not accept printed copies, and failure to produce identification can lead to a fine or detention.
• After dark or in crowded tourist sites, keep a close watch on personal belongings, since serious crime against foreign nationals is described as relatively rare but not impossible.