duration in 3rd country matters for exemption?

Question

Flying from Toronto to Taipei. However I will be leaving 3 hours after landing in Taipei. If I then fly from Taipei to Shanghai can I apply for 72 hour free transit if I have another flight booked out of Shanghai to Chicago that leaves 36 hours after my arrival in Shanghai? Does it matter that my stay in Taipei is only a few hours in this route?

Benjamin · Answer

Yes, you are eligible for the 144 hour free transit in Shanghai if you travel like that. Your short layover in Taipei is ok. No need to worry!

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