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10 Day Stop Over

#visahacks Ready for an adventure?! Just successfully navigated the incredible China visa-free transit with a 10-day stopover! 🇨🇳✈️🌎 This isn't your quick layover. China has expanded its visa-free transit to a whopping 240 hours (10 days) for citizens of 55 countries (including many from Europe, the Americas, and Oceania!), allowing for some serious exploration. My route: [Your origin country] ➡️ [China Transit City] ➡️ [Your final destination] The lowdown on this Visa Hack: 1️⃣ Eligibility is key: You need to be from one of the 55 eligible countries and have a confirmed onward ticket to a third country or region (e.g., USA -> Beijing -> Japan). This isn't for round trips! 2️⃣ 10 Days of Freedom: 240 hours gives you ample time to soak in the sights, from ancient wonders to bustling modern cities. I explored [mention a city/region you visited, e.g., Beijing's Forbidden City, Shanghai's Bund, or Guangdong's vibrant markets]. 3️⃣ Easy on arrival: No pre-arranged visa needed! Just head to the "Transit Without Visa" (TWOV) desk at immigration, present your valid passport and onward ticket, and fill out the arrival/departure card. They'll issue you a temporary stay permit. 4️⃣ Designated areas: While the policy is generous, remember you might be limited to specific provinces or regions depending on your entry point. I made sure my itinerary fit within the allowed areas of [mention the province/region, e.g., Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei or Shanghai-Jiangsu-Zhejiang]. 5️⃣ Register your stay: If you're not staying in a hotel that automatically registers you, remember to register your residence with the local police within 24 hours of arrival. Top tips for your China Stopover: 1️⃣ Book everything in advance: Confirmed flights and accommodation are essential. 2️⃣ Inform your airline: Let them know you're utilizing the visa-free transit. 3️⃣ Have documents ready: Passport, onward ticket, and completed arrival/departure card. 4️⃣ Embrace the adventure: China is an incredible country, and this visa hack makes it so much more accessible! Seriously, if you've got a long-haul flight coming up, consider adding a China stopover. It's a game-changer!
Posted: Jun 20, 2025
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