going to seoul with stop in beijing - need a visa?

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Dear Sir/Madam,I am planning to go to Korea, but the airlines has a stop in Beijing. Does the 72 hours exemption for people with destination in a third country apply to Dutch citizens?Can I do sightseeing when I arrive at the airport? or go to a hotel? I mean, China is not my final destination, do I need to ask for a VISA at your embassy?I live in Denmark but have Dutch nationality. I would very much appreciate your responseWith Kind Regards,Eliana

Edwin · Answer

Eliana, if you travel like Netherlands – Beijing (72 hours)- Seoul, you can use the 72 hour free transit in Beijing. No need to apply for a visa then. You can go to a hotel or visit the city after arriving at the airport.

Eliana · Answer

Hi Edwin,Thanks a lot! I live in Denmark and it is my first visit to China.Do you know if it is safe to take a taxi and how far is the airportfrom the Chinese wall?Beijing's airport is the biggest in the planet, I am afraid to get lostthere :)Xiexie!Dankjewel!

Edwin · Answer

Usually, it is very safe to take an official taxi and you should require the taxi driver to meter. There are many sections of Great Wall. I presume you refer to the Badaling Section. It is about 80 kilometers (50 miles) from the airport. It may cost CNY 300 for a single trip. Besides, you don’t need to worry about getting lost because both English and Chinese direction signs are pretty clear at capital airport.

GOING TO SEOUL WITH STOP IN BEIJING - NEED A VISA?

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