year end holidays in shanghaihong kong

Question

Dear Sirs,I am flying with my friend to Shanghai for a week in December/ beginning of January and after that we take the internal flight to Hong Kong where we stay for another week. I have the Greek passport (GR) and he has the Italian (IT) one. Could you please clarify if we need visa for either destination and if so how will we get it/how long it takes? We both live in Switzerland and are based in Bern.Many thanksBest regardsIrene

Laurie · Answer

Irene, how long will you stay in Shanghai? If you fly from Switzerland to Shanghai, stay for less than 144 hours, and then fly to HK, you don't need the entry permit for both destinations. I think this is the best choice for u.

Irene · Answer

Hello, Thank you very much for the reply. We are staying in Shanghai from 27/12 early morning until 1/1 evening and then from 1/1 to 5/1 to Hong Kong. Is it still ok to be without Visa?Many thanksRegardsIrene

Irene · Answer

By the way we are flying from Greece to Shanghai not from Switzerland..

Laurie · Answer

Yes, you qualify for the 144h free transit.

Irene · Answer

Apparently the embassy DID ask for a VISA. My recommendation would be to visit the embassy if possible to avoid any risk. Irene

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Year end holidays in Shanghai and Hong Kong