Answered by Borut
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Aug. 10, 2026 00:16
Hanae, here we talk about two different things. The first and the most important thing is that your itinerary is definitely eligible for 24 hour visa free transit and you do not need any kind of visa. Here it is important to understand that your factual eligibility for 24 hour visa free transit does not imply automatic availability to exit the transit zone. In other words, the very basic rule of 24 hour visa free transit is to stay in the transit zone of the transit airport.
The second thing is a temporary entry permit. This is a permit that is granted to those passengers with disabilities, with small children and with very long layovers, but even to them on case by case basis. In other words, issuing of temporary entry permit is not a right for those in transit, but a bonus that can be granted or denied based on the conclusion/decision of the immigration official on that very day. No explanation will be given for a negative outcome.
Just to conclude. Your itinerary is eligible and you can travel visa free and you can also apply for a temporary entry permit upon your landing in Shanghai, but the permit can be denied. You simply have to be ready to expect even that outcome, although I am quite certain that the immigration authorities will issue a temporary entry permit to you due to your very long layover especially if you have an accommodation booking confirmation. Also, I strongly advise you to fill out online arrival card through Chinese National Immigration Administration website. If you have additional question, feel free to ask. I hope this helps.
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