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Source: Health Commission of Shenzhen MunicipalityUpdated: 2021-04-13
In accordance with the principles of "informed consent, voluntariness, self-paying, and own risk-bearing", Shenzhen is set to administer domestically-produced COVID-19 vaccines to foreign nationals in Guangdong subject to local age eligibility restrictions.
1. Vaccination time:
Starting from April 13, 2021.
2. Recipients:
Foreign nationals who are aged 18 to 59, some aged over 60 who need to be vaccinated for special reasons, and who have good physical conditions are able to get vaccinated voluntarily.
3. Vaccination fee:
Foreign nationals who have bought social insurance (including medical insurance) in Guangdong enjoy the same policy as the insured Chinese citizens, Vaccination for free .
Those who do not buy social insurance (including medical insurance) in Guangdong have to take the COVID-19 vaccine at their own expense, which is 100 RMB per dose.
4. Appointment method:
Foreign nationals are able to book an appointment on "粤健通" Mini Program: go to the "Guangdong Covid-19 Service for Foreigners" section on the program, fill in personal information and book an appointment. Once booked successfully, the applicants can get vaccinated at the appointment time and site.
5. Type of vaccine:
COVID-19 vaccines currently used in Shenzhen are inactivated vaccines domestically produced. Two doses will be given.
6. Required identity documents:
To get vaccinated, applicants need to present their Permanent Residence ID Card or their passport and a residence permit in the People's Republic of China, as well as a medical insurance proof. Foreign nationals who have bought social insurance (including medical insurance) in Guangdong must present a valid medical insurance proof on site.
7. Vaccination process:
Prior to the administration at the designated vaccination site, recipients have to cooperate with the staff of the vaccination site to complete the prescribed procedures, honestly disclose their personal health status, truthfully answer the medical staff's questions, and sign the Informed Consent and Disclaimer Statement. Medical professionals will determine whether they are eligible for vaccination. After vaccination, recipients should stay at the vaccination site for observation for 30 minutes.
8. List of vaccination sites (table attached):
9. Precautions for vaccination:
During the vaccination period, please take personal protections according to the local epidemic prevention and control measures. After vaccination, please pay close attention to your physical condition within 14 days. If you feel any discomfort, please seek medical treatment in time.
Health Commission of Shenzhen Municipality
April 12th,2021