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Do I need a visa for self-transfer through Bahrain and China if I'm a UK citizen?
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Jul 3, 2025
10 months ago
Andrew *******
ORIGINAL POSTERHello,
I'm asking for some advice.
(The anxiety is kicking in.)
I will be travelling from the UK on the 9th July to Vientiane, loa. Then I'll be entering Thailand in the next few days.
The problem is that I'm flying through Bahrain and China on SELF TRANSFER / both airports (collecting my luggage and re-checking it on my onward flightS.
Do I need a visa for travelling through Bahrain and China now.
thank you in advance.
I'm asking for some advice.
(The anxiety is kicking in.)
I will be travelling from the UK on the 9th July to Vientiane, loa. Then I'll be entering Thailand in the next few days.
The problem is that I'm flying through Bahrain and China on SELF TRANSFER / both airports (collecting my luggage and re-checking it on my onward flightS.
Do I need a visa for travelling through Bahrain and China now.
thank you in advance.
TLDR : Answer Summary
A UK citizen traveling from the UK to Vientiane with a self-transfer through Bahrain and China is seeking clarification on visa requirements for both stopovers. Various comments provide insights, noting that China offers a 7-day visa waiver, while advice regarding Bahrain suggests researching visa on arrival options and related documentation for a smooth transition.
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ORIGINAL POSTER@Mike ******
hello mate, I'm a UK citizen - I've just look up on EVisa and Visa on Arrival through Bahrain. EVisa takes ***
working days, that's the super fast option / I'm far too late to apply. The Visa on Arrival states 6 Months on valid PP, Onward flight, Funds and accommodation. I'll be arriving at 8pm / flight leaves at 11pm - gives me 3 hrs, it'll be very tight. I don't have the accommodation though. Funds, will a bank statement be sufficient or CASH ? Don't know what to do, I'm feeling so anxious. Any advice? Thank you in advance đDavid ******
China and beiging you gáș»t a sĂȘven day visa.
Mike *******
Assuming you are a UK citizen, I recommend that you go to Wikipedia and search for âvisa requirements for UK citizensâ. This will take you to one of an array of different nationalitiesâ pages which neatly summarise your entry requirements. BTW, although you may be able to stay airside and re-check your bags at a transfer desk, you should assume worst case scenario and be prepared to arrive, clear CIQ, claim your bags and check in from scratch. Good luck.
David *********
They have a new thing out it's called Google and it will answer all questions
Sam ********
@David ********
They have this old feature and it's called "leave group". You should be used to old features after looking in the mirror each morning.Reply to
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Phillip ********
What's your passport. That's the thing
Simon ********
I did a self transfer in China, no problems whatsoever, was given a Chinese visa for a few months as well, obviously didn't use it.
John ********
Seriously? You will collect your luggage in China?
I know nothing about Bahrain but to get luggage a passenger needs to get stamped out.
I know nothing about Bahrain but to get luggage a passenger needs to get stamped out.
Paul **********
China gives you a 7 day visa waiver. Next time I'm doing a long layover and explore Shanghai for a few days.
John ********
@Paul *********
And how is the VISA acquired?Duncan *******
@John *******
which part of the word waiver are you struggling with?John ********
@Duncan ******
According to this, Mr. Struggle there is NO 7 day.*************************************************************************************
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Val *********
Check out TWOV for both countries for more info
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