For example, Sydney—Shanghai on Cathay via Hong Kong (no stay--remaining airside, not going through custom control), then back through Hong Kong (no stay, as before) to connect to Tokyo. The trip is Sydney—Shanghai—Tokyo, with a 48-hour stay in Shanghai. Many thanks.

I think you can enjoy 72 hours free transit in Shanghai.

Is this regarded as visa free (Australia/China/Japan), or does the transfer city count

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Question: Asked by Bob from Australia | Nov. 17, 2013 19:53

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Is this regarded as visa free (Australia/China/Japan), or does the transfer city count as the point of origin?

For example, Sydney—Shanghai on Cathay via Hong Kong (no stay--remaining airside, not going through custom control), then back through Hong Kong (no stay, as before) to connect to Tokyo. The trip is Sydney—Shanghai—Tokyo, with a 48-hour stay in Shanghai. Many thanks.

Answers (1): Answered by Lisa from Germany | Nov. 19, 2013 02:08

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I think you can enjoy 72 hours free transit in Shanghai.

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