I.Documents required to apply for 77/144-hour transit visa exemption
1.Valid international travel documents held by citizens of 53 countries (valid for no less than 3 months)
2.A connecting ticket with a confirmed date and seat to a third country (or region) within 144 hours
3.A completed entry and exit card for temporary foreigners (can be obtained and filled in at the entry point)
II.Process
i.Abroad : Arrive at the port → Provide fingerprints at the self-service area for foreigners→ Fill out the Temporary Entry Card → Queue at the 24/144-hour transit area submit the entry card and present your passport and third-country ticket → go though border inspection
ii. Special way: If you arrived in Shanghai, you can use the online platform to apply before.( https://gaj.sh.gov.cn/crj/144zy.jsp)
pre-declaration platfrom
Arrive at the port---use the self-service terminal→ scan the QR code or international travel document → self-print the entry card → go though border inspection
Tip:The electronic application system currently only accepts applications from people who are exempt from 144-hour transit visa.