does hong kong count as third country for transit visa?

Question

I am travelling from London to Shanghai arriving Sunday. Then leaving Shanghai on Tuesday for Hong Kong. Then leaving Hong Kong on Wednesday for the uk. Can I apply for the 72 hour transit visa? Thanks. Dave.

Jeff · Answer

Dave, when speaking of the 72 hour free transit policy, HK is regarded as a third region, so you can make use of the 72 hour free transit in Shanghai if you travel like that.

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Does Hong Kong count as third country for transit visa?