As of March 20, Shenzhen Bay Checkpoint has processed over 10 million travelers this year, as recently revealed by the Office of Port of Entry and Exit of Shenzhen Municipal People's Government. This includes more than 3.5 million residents from the Chinese mainland, 6.3 million from Hong Kong SAR, Macao SAR, and Taiwan Province, and over 200,000 foreign nationals, with year-on-year increases of 28%, 29%, and 34%, respectively. The highest single-day traffic reached 180,000 travelers. Notably, over 27,000 foreign nationals have entered visa-free via Shenzhen Bay Checkpoint, a 170% increase from last year.
(Chart Image: Chen Longyan)
As the only land checkpoint in western Shenzhen, Shenzhen Bay Checkpoint serves as a key link between Hong Kong and the Qianhai and Shekou Areas of the China (Guangdong) Pilot Free Trade Zone. With new policies such as document-free clearance and expanded multi-entry permits, cross-border travel has surged, fueling tourism and consumption between Guangdong and Hong Kong.
To enhance efficiency, the checkpoint has introduced smart infrastructure, mobile inspection terminals, and automated clearance lanes. So far, 2.25 million frequent travelers have benefited from the document-free clearance service this year.
Shenzhen (Photo: Lu Li / Nanfang Daily)
Author | Chen Longyan
Editor | Wei Shen, James, Shen He
