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Asked by Hans from netherlands | Jun. 07, 2016 07:04

About:72-Hour Visa-Free Transit

AMS - MEL, a stop in Shanghai

Hello,
We are flying from Amsterdam to Melbourne with a stop in Shanghai airport. AMS - MEL is approx. 12 hours flight, then we have a 7 hour stop in Shanghai, and then another 12 hour flight to Melbourne.
Is it possible for us to take a quick look in Shanghai outside the airport?
Hope to hear from you! Gr.

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Answered by Mg | Jun. 07, 2016 16:28

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Did this in January make sure you do not go through to the forward flight you will not get back but get the visa to leave the airport you then have to take the train to the main part of the airport which is where most the shops cafes are. Please note at the airport no one speaks English to a usable level so use google translate if you can.

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Answered by Patrick | Jun. 07, 2016 22:48

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Hans, you mean you travel route is like this: AMS-Shanghai-MEL? If yes, you can enjoy the 24 hour direct transit in Shanghai. You just need to apply for a free temporary stay permit at the airport and then you can leave the airport and take a quick look in Shanghai.

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Answered by Hans | Jun. 08, 2016 01:46

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Yes my route is Amsterdam to Shanghai and end destination Melbourne. So you're saying I can apply for a 24 hour visa at customs in Shanghai and then I can hit the city quick? That would be awesome!! We have around 7 hours in Shanghai

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Answered by Thomas | Jun. 08, 2016 02:16

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You can't apply for a visa at the Shanghai immigration but you have to ask for a temporary entry permit.
This is not a visa and to avoid some confusion please ask for the permit.
And don't worry you will find enough people at the airport who can speak english.

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Answered by Hans | Jun. 08, 2016 04:08

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Thanks for the clearance! I'll remember to apply for a permit 24 hours! You guys are a great source of information.

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