My partner and I (Australians) are flying to London from Melbourne.Our first flight stops twice in China - first at Shanghai, then again at Beijing where we wait 16 hours for our connecting flight to London.Am I correct in concluding we do not need to apply for any visa for China? We will stay in the airport for the duration of our transit.

You are right. No visa is needed.

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Question: Asked by Josh from Australia | Jan. 28, 2013 23:41

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Australia to Shanghai to Beijing to London?

My partner and I (Australians) are flying to London from Melbourne.
Our first flight stops twice in China - first at Shanghai, then again at Beijing where we wait 16 hours for our connecting flight to London.
Am I correct in concluding we do not need to apply for any visa for China? We will stay in the airport for the duration of our transit.

Answers (1): Answered by Lisa | Jan. 29, 2013 03:46

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You are right. No visa is needed.

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