transit visa between shanghaikumming?

Question

I am traveling from LAX to Shanghai and then to Kumming (12h layover) then to Laos.  Do I need a transit visa for my trip?

Ethan · Answer

If these two stopovers are together less than 24 hours, visa is not required, but you need to apply for a stay permit from Exit and Entry Frontier Inspection office when you arrive at Shanghai airport.

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Transit Visa between Shanghai and Kumming?