china's new 72-hour visa-free policy from 1 january 2013

Question

I've read that from 1 January 2013 China has introduced a new 72-hour visa-free policy for travellers to Beijing. Is there a similar policy for Australian travellers to Shanghai? We are on a cruise from Hong Kong  to Shanghai and in Shanghai for 2 days then leave for Australia.

Richard · Answer

Hi, both Shanghai and Bejing adopt this new policy. But it applies to directly transit by international filight only. If you visit by cruise, you have to apply for a visa in advance.

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China's new 72-hour visa-free policy from 1 january 2013