does it have to be a layover?

Question

I have purchased two separate tickets. One two-way ticket from US-Beijing and a second two-way ticket from Beijing to HK. My plan is to stay in Beijing for 3 days and then go to Hong Kong for a few weeks. Then, I will take my return flight from HK-Beijjing and Beijing to US on the same day. Since I have purchased two separate tickets and this is not technically a layover, will I qualify for the 72 exemption? Thank you.

Howard · Answer

Nicole, it's ok. Separate tickets can be used to apply for the 72-hour free transit and your stay in Beijing is regarded as a layover.

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Does it have to be a layover?