ship docks at two ports but i only disembark at one

Question

Our cruise will call at Tianjin and Shanghai for a few hours each, then on to Hong Kong. If I stay on board at Tianjin can I visit Shanghai on a free visa?

David · Answer

Wendy, if the total time in mainland China is nor more than 24 hours, you don't need a visa. Otherwise, a visa is required even if you stay on board. Please contact the cruise company to confirm this.

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Ship docks at two ports but I only disembark at one