Australian on cruise ship 12 hours in Shanghai .

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Question: Asked by Keith Elphick from Australia | Oct. 02, 2015 18:50

About:72-Hour Visa-Free Transit

Australian on cruise ship 12 hours in Shanghai .Can I get a Free 24 hour Direct Transit Visa?

Australian with Australian passport/ Arrive Shanghai cruise port
7am March 2016 depart 11.00 pm same day. Travel agent says I need a full visa but have heard conflicting statements re the 24 hour free transit visa. Would like clarification..

Answers (1): Answered by Rachel from USA | Oct. 10, 2015 20:55

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Keith, if the cruise ship stops over in mainland China for not more than 24 hours altogether, you don't need the transit visa.

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