passport validity for beijing transit

Question

I'm traveling to Thailand in nov 2017 with 14 hours long layover in Beijing. I want to go out and visit the Great Wall and temple of heaven but my passport will expired in February 2018. Do I need to renew my passport? What is the passport validity for transiting in Beijing? Thank you.

Steven · Answer

Nilly, you will qualify for the 24 hour direct transit in Beijing as long as your passport is valid. You don't need to renew your passport for that, and there is no limit on the validity of passport for transiting in Beijing. But you may be required to apply for a free temporary stay permit at the immigration office when you arrive at the airport. Afterwards, you can leave the airport to visit the Great Wall and Temple of Heaven.

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