Originally Posted by
Nevsky
Does this also work if one is going to Shanghai from the US and returning to the US within 48 hours?
Originally Posted by
nascar9900
Interesting question. T
I have done the Transit Without Visa at least 3 times. The problem is not convincing the Chinese Immigration people, the problem is convincing the Airline that the rule exists. American Airlines once argued for over an hour before they let me board the flight.
It might be more of an issue with the airline.
For Example Delta says:
Visa required, except for Nationals of U.S.A., provided
arriving at and departing from Shanghai Hongqiao or Pu Dong
airports only, continuing to a third country within 48 hours
and holding confirmed onward tickets and all documents
required for next destination.
I guess it depends on how they define third country.
They go on to say you are gonna pay too.
Warning:
- Passengers not complying with the entry or transit
regulations will be deported by same or returning aircraft.
Fines for the transporting carriers varying between CNY
500.- and CNY 2,000.- will be levied for each passenger
arriving in China (People's Rep.) without proper travel
documents, with an additional fine which varies between CNY
5,000.- and CNY 10,000.-. NOTE: Immigration is now carrying
out stronger document checks.