Layover guides
Transit visas and entry rules
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China’s 240-hour visa-free transit, explained
Who qualifies, the third-country rule, how the 240 hours are counted, and what changes after 31 December 2026.
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UK ETA on a layover: when you need one at Heathrow
Airside, landside, changing terminals, separate tickets: when the ETA or a transit visa applies.
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Layover in the Schengen area: do you need a visa?
The international transit area, airport transit visas, where you pass passport control, EES and ETIAS.
What to do on a layover
How much time you get in town for every layover length, and three plans that fit.