american- flying direct shanghai. stay for three days. do i need a visa?

Question

Hello- I am an American. Have always wanted to visit Shanghai. Got a great deal on a flight and booked the ticket to leave in 13 days. Didn't occur to me that might need an entry permit. Staying four nights and then flying back to the U.S. do I need an entry permit and if so what are my best option for getting one so quickly? Thank you.

Helen · Answer

Doreen, if you fly from US to Shanghai and fly back to US directly, you need to apply for an L type from the Chinese embassy or consulate ahead of your trip. The process often takes about four working days. If you don't have enough time, you can pay extra money to get the express or rush service, which takes two or three working days.

I am visiting China on a cruise I will be visiting Xiamen Hong Kong Asked by Ian from Scotland \| Feb. 04, 2017 03:21	1 answer
What exemptions may I use for sightseeing cruise & flight back home? Asked by Jim from United States \| Oct. 25, 2017 20:52	1 answer
Stopping in Beijing Asked by Jacob Dickman from United States \| Apr. 24, 2018 04:26	1 answer
Can we spend three days in one city and three days in another? Asked by svetlana vintman from USA \| May. 25, 2016 04:18	1 answer
I fly in and out of HK a total of three times over a month period, do I nee... Asked by Lucy from United Kingdom \| Aug. 31, 2016 22:08	1 answer
leaving Shanghai and stopping in Beijing Asked by Maureen from Casnada \| Jan. 28, 2018 20:15	1 answer

American- Flying direct Shanghai. Stay for three days. Do I need a visa?