Originally Posted by
jsloan
China allows a 24-hour transit without visa for most visitors, regardless of the number of stops. The 72- and 144-hour transits you’re describing are not available when taking a domestic flight, but the 24-hour transit is.
I thought that was only given at specific airports. I mean LXA airport! Thats like a really tricky airport to even book a flight to. He would have needed a special travel permit just to get on the plane in theory. They don't just give those out to individuals, you need to often book a group thing thru a chinese operator.