direct transit vs visa-free transit

Question

My wife and I are flying out to Okinawa Japan, but have a 17 hour layover in Shanghai. We've made arrangements to stay at the Ramada Pudong Airport Shanghai hotel during our stay, but I'm curious if we need to apply for a direct transit or Visa-free transit?Also, in regards to applying, is there anything that we need to do before arriving to the airport other than bringing our passports and travel information?

Kate · Answer

Well, Austin, since your layover is only 17 hours in Shanghai, you just need to apply for the 24-hour direct transit facility. You don't need to do anything before your arrival.

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