do onward flights on separate tickets still count?

Question

Would I (US citizen) and my husband (Swedish citizen) be eligible for 144-hr free transits if we fly on a round-trip ticket from Germany to Shanghai, but continue on from Shanghai after 3 or 4 days to Vietnam or Hong Kong on a separate flight itinerary? We will return to Shanghai from Hong Kong on the same day of our departure flight to Germany and not leave the airport between flights.  25 Dec - arrival in Shanghai from Germany29 Dec - latest departure from Shanghai to either Vietnam or Hong Kong (we may leave on 27th or 28th) 4 Jan - return to Shanghai *airport only* for departure flight back to GermanyThanks so much for any help!

leo · Answer

Yes, you won't need a visa because you will be eligible for 144 hours transit, as long as you both have confirmed non-stop tickets to either Vietnam or Hong Kong.

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Do onward flights on separate tickets still count?