Eco-sensitive attractions brace for visitor surge as 1.29 million mainland tourists eye Hong Kong’s countryside
Invitation-Only Entry Scheme Extended to 11 Central Asian and Gulf States From 1 October
Hong Kong braces for 7.44 million border crossings during National Day Golden Week
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Immigration Department Braces for 7.44 Million Border Crossings During National Day Golden Week
Hong Kong expects 7.44 million inbound and outbound trips during the 1–7 October National Day holiday, with peak congestion forecast at the Lo Wu, Lok Ma Chau Spur Line and Shenzhen Bay crossings. The Immigration Department will rely on surge staffing and mobile e-Channel kiosks rather than extended hours, making advance planning essential for business and leisure travellers alike.
Hong Kong and Guangdong ink two-way yacht travel pacts, clearing the way for “northbound” and soon-to-launch “southbound” leisure sailings
Hong Kong and Guangdong signed reciprocal agreements that formalise fast-track immigration and customs procedures for private yachts, expanding the existing “northbound” scheme and paving the way for imminent “southbound” sailings by Guangdong owners. The move is expected to boost cross-border leisure spending and advance Hong Kong’s plan to build a GBA-wide yacht economy—important for high-end tourism and corporate hospitality.
Mid-Autumn holiday sees 2.78 million entries and exits by Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan residents, foreshadowing Golden Week rush
Official figures show 2.78 million crossings by Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan residents over the 25-27 September Mid-Autumn break, highlighting an accelerating rebound in regional mobility ahead of the National Day travel peak. The numbers signal strong consumer demand but also potential congestion risks for companies moving staff across the border.