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Question

Hi, I am arriving in Beijing on 17th October at 8.55 a.m. (scheduled time) and leaving for Hong Kong on 20th October at 9.30 a.m. Do I need a visa for China as a Dutch citizen even if I am pretty sure that by the time that I have collected my luggage and arrive at the local authorities in the airport, it will be later than 9.30 a.m?

Blake · Answer

The 72 hours are counted from the schedule arrival time, so your transfering time is over 72 hours. As a result, you are not be able to enjoy the 72-hour free transit policy and you need to apply for a Transit G for transfering.

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