Outbreak of Novel Coronavirus in China Frequently Asked Questions by Pakistani Community/Students

January 28,2020

Question:
I am studying in a university in Wuhan. Due to transport suspension and widespread infection, I cannot go outside to purchase food provisions. Please help me to resolve this issue.
Answer:
Chinese authorities have put in additional precautionary measures to reduce the risks associated with the coronavirus infection. The local government of Wuhan has announced that all public transportation in the city including long-distanced travelling shall remain temporarily suspended till further instructions. All flights and trains scheduled to depart from Wuhan would remain canceled to contain the spread of viral infection.         

In case of any difficulties, you may please convey you grievances to hotline of Hubei Government for necessary assistance:
027-87122256
027-87811173

Contact No of Pakistan Embassy Officials:
185 0132 2992, Mr. Zulfiqar Ali (Third Secretary)
156 5288 9195, Mr. Muhammad Junaid (Third Secretary)

Question:
I am living in Wuhan and my visa would expire soon due to overstay caused by suspension of transportation facilities. Please inform how can I get my visa renewed.
Answer:
In order to facilitate the stay of foreign nationals whose visa has expired after 23 January (due to overstay caused by suspension of transportation), the Single Window for Foreign Business Handling at Wuhan Citizens Home, run by Exit and Entry Administration Department of Wuhan Public Security Bureau, would accept foreign nationals applications for renewal of stay and residence permits.

Question: 
I am Pakistani student living in Shaanxi Province of China and my visa is getting expired soon. Please advise how should I apply for visa extension ?
Answer:
Please take-up your request with the local Exit/Entry Bureau of Public Security Bureau. You may also convey details to Pakistan Embassy at following address:

Email: 
cwa@pakbj.org
Telephone:
+86(10)65322254 (Direct)
+86(10)65326660-6121 and 6146

Question:
I am living in locality in Hubei Province which is worst affected by coronavirus related infection. I am safe and healthy so far. Please inform how I can protect myself from this infection.
Answer: 
·      Avoid unnecessary visits to public places including shopping malls, railway stations and hospitals.
·      In case of common cold or flu, it is advisable to stay at home and use domestic treatment instead of going to hospital.
·      In case there is doubt of catching viral infection due to previous contact with confirmed/suspected patient, please subject yourself to 14 days self-quarantine to monitor symptoms of disease.
·      In case no symptoms appear within prescribed time, please stay assured about your health and safety.
·      In case of serious doubts about viral infection, please immediately take medical assistance from nearest medical center and also inform Embassy of Pakistan.
Question: 
I am a Pakistani national currently in China for business meeting. I would miss my PIA flight tomorrow as local authorities have suspended transportation and not allowing any individual to leave the city. Can my ticket be refunded or re-scheduled free of cost by PIA authorities?
Answer:
Please send your details to Country Manager (China) of PIA at following address:

Telephone: 010-65052256
Fax: 010-65052257
Cell: 135 0132 8463
Email: bjsuupk@piac.aero
Please also share your details with Embassy of Pakistan at following addresses: -
info@pakbj.org
cwa@pakbj.org