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StopoverCHINA TRANSIT

China, between flights

A little more
time in China.

A practical starting point for 240-hour visa-free transit, city plans, and the details of arrival.

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For your next stop, not just your next flight.

Your transit, at a glance

Transit

Passport nationalitySelect your passport nationality

Port of entryChoose your designated entry port

Entry time · BeijingEnter your planned arrival

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Policy stay allowance

240:00:00

Stay deadline counted in Beijing time.

Shanghai · Old town streets
Shanghai · Old town streets

Transit in numbers

240hours
visa-free transit
57eligible
countries
65ports
of entry
Last verified 2026-10-27 · Source: NIA

01 — Transit itineraries

One stop. A few good days.

Explore the Shanghai guide

Transit itinerary

Shanghai

River views, garden lanes, and a little room to wander.

PVG → SHANGHAI · 5 DAYS

PVG5 days

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Beijing

Hutong walks, grand courtyards, and a change of pace.

PEK → BEIJING · 3 DAYS

PEK3 days

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Chengdu & Chongqing

Teahouses, neighborhood walks, and riverside evenings.

CTU → CKG · 72 HOURS

CTU72 hours

02 — Pitfalls

Know before you go.

03 — Essentials

The small things, sorted.

01PaymentsHave a backup way to pay.02Arrival cardKeep your passport and trip details close.03Accommodation registrationKeep your stay details together.04Tax refundKeep your receipts organized.
Stopover: China Transit

A place for
your travel details.

A countdown for your stay, Chinese phrase cards for the moment, and a help card to keep close.

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04 — Business

Here for more
than the sights?

Make space for the conversations that matter. We help visiting buyers connect with factories, bring an interpreter to the meeting, and turn the discussion into clear notes and next steps.

Tell us what you are sourcing and what you want to learn. We will help shape a focused visit.

Plan a sourcing trip

Start with your destination, industry, and the conversations you want to have.

A few useful answers

Before you go.

What is visa-free transit?

240-hour visa-free transit · 57 eligible countries · 65 ports of entry. Check your nationality, entry port, and onward travel before planning your stop.

Do I need an onward ticket?

A confirmed onward ticket to a third country or region different from your place of origin is required, booked before arrival and departing within the permitted stay.

Which time zone is used for the stay deadline?

The 240 hours start at 00:00 on the day after entry, in Beijing time (Asia/Shanghai).

How should I plan my days?

Choose a few places you want to see, leave room between stops, and keep the day flexible. Check the permitted area as you build your plan.