do i need a visa to change planes in shanghai?

Question

I am US citizen flying from Thailand to the USA with a change of plane in Shanghai  do I need any visa or other paperwork to change planes.

Bruce · Answer

Bill, if you transit less than 72 hours, you needn't apply a visa in advance because you are eligible for 72 hours free transit in Shanghai.

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