do we need visa if we do not enter when the cruise end in shanghai?

Question

We are taking a cruise In Sept 2015 that will end in Shanghai, but we will leave the ship in Japan. We will not be in at all. I heard that if one is in Shanghai or Beijing 1 or 2 days we don't need one. If we do can the fee be waive? WE have one that expired in Jan 2015, can it be extended?

Mary · Answer

If you just transit in Shanghai less than 24 hours, you won't need apply any type in advance. If it is longer than 24 hours, you should apply for a transit type in advance. Since the one you already have on your passport is already expired, you can't extend it. Instead, you should apply for a new one.

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Do we need visa if we do not enter when the cruise end in Shanghai?