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How to Travel between Shenzhen and Macau

The distance between Shenzhen and Macau is around 200 kilometers (124 miles) in total. The fastest Convenient travel way is to take ferries. The whole duration is about 60-80 minutes for a single trip, taking CNY 230-400. For more flexible schedules, passengers can also take a long-distance bus or a bullet train to Zhuhai first, then go through the customs at the nearby Gongbei Port to get to Macau.

How to Travel from Shenzhen to Macau

1. fastest shenzhen to macau ferry : 60-80min, from cny220, 2. most departures: shenzhen to macau bus.

3. Alternative Shenzhen to Zhuhai High Speed Train : 2h, from CNY 117

How to travel from macau to shenzhen, 1. macau to shenzhen ferry: 60-75, from cny 220, 2. zhuhai to shenzhen high speed train: 2h, from cny117.

China Travel Restrictions & Travel Advisory (Updated April 25, 2024)

Updates April 25th, 2024: If you book a trip with us, we can arrange a port visa for you to travel to China. China’s port visas are similar to the “visas on arrival” of some other countries. It enables a stay in China for up to 30 days. Contact us to book a trip.

Updates March 7th, 2024 : Travelers from the following countries could enjoy visa-free entry to China for tourism, business, transit, or visiting friends and relatives.

From December 1st, 2023, to November 30th, 2024: France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, and Spain.
From March 14th to November 30th, 2024: Austria, Belgium, Hungary, Ireland, Luxembourg, and Switzerland.
Singapore, Brunei
Malaysia (from December 1st, 2023 to November 30th, 2024)

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Since China has fully permitted visa applications, there are now several ways to enter the country.

If you still hold a valid Chinese visa (any type including a tourist visa, 10-year visa, a port visa, etc.), you can use it to enter China.

If you don't have a Chinese visa or your visa has expired, you can apply for a new one. All visas can now be applied for, including tourist visas, business visas, work visas, and so on. (International visitors can apply for a tourist visa to the Chinese Mainland in Hong Kong.)

For the documents required for a visa application, you can refer to the information given by a Chinese embassy/consulate . Please submit your application at least two months in advance.

To apply for a tourist visa (L visa), you will be asked to provide an invitation letter issued by a Chinese travel agency or individual or round-trip air tickets and hotel bookings.

When booking a private tour with us, we can provide you with an invitation letter, which is one more thing we do to make your travel more convenient, giving you more flexibility with your air tickets and hotel bookings.

Now it is very easy to apply for a visa . You can easily apply by yourself without an intermediary. The following is how one of our clients successfully applied for a Chinese tourist visa:

First, fill out the form at the China Online Visa Application website ;
Second, make an appointment on this website to submit your visa materials on Appointment for Visa Application Submission website ;
Third, take the required documents to the embassy to submit;
Finally, you will get a return receipt if your documents are qualified.

Usually, you will get your visa after 7 working days. The application fee is about USD185 for US citizens.

Q: What if my passport expires but my visa doesn't?

A: You can travel to China on the expired passport containing valid Chinese visa in combination with the new passport, provided that the identity information (name, date of birth, gender, nationality) on both passport identical.

If there is a change to any of the above details, you must apply for a new visa.

2. 144-Hour Visa-Free Transit Policy

If you do not apply for a Chinese visa, you may still have the opportunity to visit these areas of China visa free: the Shanghai area (including Suzhou, Hangzhou, etc.), the Beijing area (with Tianjin and Hebei), the Guangzhou area (Shenzhen, Zhuhai, etc.), and more. Take advantage of the 6-day visa-free entitlements.

Find out if you could use the 144-hour visa-free transit policy with our information on China's 144-hour Visa-Free Policy (Eligible Entry/Exit Ports, Applicable Countries, Documents to be Prepared...)

You can also obtain entry and exit control policies through the 24-hour hotline of the National Immigration Administration:

Beijing: 0086 (+86)-10-12367
Shanghai: 0086 (+86)-21-12367
Guangzhou: 0086 (+86)-20-12367

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3. Port Visas (Landing Visas)

If you don't have time to get a visa, or if you find it cumbersome to apply for a tourist visa, you could consider traveling to China through a port visa.

Port visas can be applied for a group at least including 2 people. You need to enter the country within 15 days after you get your entry permit. The port visa allows a stay period of 1 to 2 months.

Applicable ports include Beijing, Shanghai, Hangzhou, Guangzhou, Xiamen, Guilin, Xi'an, Chengdu, etc.

Note: Tourists from America are not granted a port visa in Shanghai.

Book your China trip with us and we can help you apply for a port visa.

4. Visa Exemption for ASEAN Tour Groups to Guilin

In addition, tour groups from ASEAN member countries, including Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Singapore, Myanmar, Brunei, and the Philippines, can visit Guilin for 144 hours without visas as long as they meet the visa-free transit policy requirements.

5. Shanghai Visa-Free Policy for Cruise Groups

Shanghai has a 15-day visa-free policy for foreign tourist groups entering China via a cruise. You must arrive and depart on the same cruise and be received by a Chinese travel agent at the Shanghai Cruise Terminal (or Wusong Passenger Center).

6. Hainan Visa-Free Access

No visa is required for staying on Hainan Island for up to 30 days for ordinary passport holders from 59 countries. Groups and individual tourists must book a tour through an accredited travel agency.

Find out whether you qualify for the policy here .

7. Visa Exemption for the Pearl River Delta Area

International travelers from Hong Kong or Macau are able to visit the Pearl River Delta area (Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Zhuhai, etc.) visa-free as long as they go with a registered tour provider, such as us.

8. APEC Cards

If you hold a valid APEC business travel card, you can simply enter China with the card without applying for a visa.

Travelers who hold a valid APEC business travel card can stay in China for up to 60 days.

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No. Starting from August 30, all travelers entering China will no longer need to undergo any COVID-19 testing. You do not need to submit any test results for COVID-19 before departure.

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Hong Kong / Macau Travel Restriction

Hong kong entry requirements.

Travelers from any region bound for Hong Kong will no longer need to take pre-flight COVID-19 tests (no PCR test, no RAT test) from April 1.

There is also no need for any tests when traveling from Hong Kong to the Chinese Mainland. Hong Kong could be a good gateway for your China trip. See suggestions on China Itineraries from Hong Kong (from 1 Week to 3 Weeks).

Direct high-speed trains from Guangzhou and Shenzhen to Hong Kong are available now. In preparation for the Canton Fair, it is expected that direct high-speed ferries will be launched from Guangzhou Pazhou Port to Hong Kong's airport in mid-April.

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Macau Entry Requirement

From August 30, travelers from any region bound for Macau will no longer need to take pre-flight COVID-19 tests (no PCR test, no RAT test).

There is also no need for any tests when traveling from Macau to the Chinese Mainland.

Inbound and outbound international flights in the week beginning March 6th rose by more than 350% compared with a year earlier, to nearly 2,500 flights, according to Chinese flight tracking data from APP Flight Master.

At present, there are one or two direct flights a week from New York to Shanghai, Los Angeles to Beijing, Seattle to Shanghai, London to Guangzhou, etc.

There are also many flight options with stopovers that are more frequent and affordable. Testing at transit airports is now not required!

The Coronavirus outbreak in China has subsided. China looks like it did in 2019 again. No special measures (like PCR tests or health codes) are required when traveling around China. All attractions are open as normal.

Wearing a mask is not mandatory when traveling. In hotels, masks are off for the most part. But in some crowded places, such as airports or subway stations, many people still wear masks.

Weather-wise, the best times to visit China are spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October), when most of the popular places have their most tourism-friendly weather, except for the "golden weeks" — the first week of May and of October — when most attractions are flooded with Chinese tourists.

If you are looking for smaller crowds, favorable prices, and still good weather, you should consider March and April or September.

Tourism in cultural and historical destinations like Beijing, Shanghai, and Xi'an is hardly affected by weather conditions. They are suitable to be visited all year round.

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How to Go to Macau from Shenzhen

Both Shenzhen and Macau are first-tier metropolises of China. Shenzhen to Macau distance is about 60km. Located in the north of Guangdong Province and the east coast of the Pearl River estuary, Shenzhen is across the river from Macau . Macau is located in the central-south of Guangdong Province and the west coast of the Pearl River Delta. Nowadays, many tourists choose to visit Macau from Shenzhen, or go out of China from Macau with Shenzhen as their first destination. Usually, people go to Macau from Shenzhen by ferry , coach , bus and private car . Meanwhile, some people may also take helicopter to travel from Shenzhen to Macau. Here we will provide you details about the 5 regular ways from Shenzhen to Macau , with which you could choose the most suitable way for yourself.

Shenzhen to Macau Ferry - The Most Popular

From - to : Shekou Ferry Terminal (深圳蛇口港) / Fuyong Ferry Terminal (深圳福永港) to Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal (澳门外港客运码头/港澳码头) / Taipa Ferry Terminal (澳门氹仔客运码头/北安码头)

Duration : About 70 minutes ~ 80 minutes

There are two ferry terminals in Shenzhen with ferries to Macau (Shekou Ferry Terminal and Fuyong Ferry Terminal), and two ferry terminals in Macau receiving ferries from Shenzhen (Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal and Taipa Ferry Terminal). If you plan to go to the Macau Peninsula , it would be more convenient to choose the Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal. If you want to go to Taipa, Cotai, and Coloane , then you can choose the Taipa Ferry Terminal. If you plan to go to Macau once arriving at Shenzhen Airport, or you are near Shenzhen Airport, then you could choose to take ferries from Fuyong Ferry Terminal. Most people choose to take ferry to Macau from Shekou Ferry Terminal.

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Xunlong Ferry from Shenzhen to Macau (TurboJET)

Shenzhen to Macau Ferry Price

Shenzhen to Macau ferry is mainly operated by TurboJet’ s 2 partners - Shenzhen Xunlong Shipping Co., Ltd. and Shenzhen Pengxing Shipping Co., Ltd. In addition, Shenzhen Airport operates ferries from Fuyong Ferry Terminal to Macau.

Shenzhen to Macau ferry price varies from one company to another. Meanwhile, every company provides 2 levels of seats with different prices. The price of Shenzhen to Macau ferry from Shekou Airport is ¥210 ~ ¥380. The price of Shenzhen to Macau ferry from Fuyong Ferry Terminal operated by Shenzhen Airport is ¥220 ~ ¥377, and the same item operated by Turbojet is from ¥235 ~ ¥399.

Xunlong Ferry First Class Cabin (TurboJET)

Shenzhen to Macau Ferry Terminals

Shekou Ferry Terminal (深圳蛇口港)

Located at No.3, Gangwan 1 Road, Nanshan District, Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, China (中国广东省深圳市南山区港湾一路3号), Shekou Ferry Terminal is the largest port of Shenzhen city. It allowed for direct ferry connections from Shenzhen to destinations across the Pearl River Delta. Most Shenzhen to Macau ferry sail from this port to Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal. It is about 25 km to Downtown area of Shenzhen city. Near the terminal, you will find several tourist attractions, including Sea World , Ancient Fort , etc.

Fuyong Ferry Terminal (深圳福永港)

Located at Yongfu Street, Baoan District, Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, China (中国广东省深圳市宝安区永福街道), Fuyong Ferry Terminal is in the southwest of the Shenzhen Bao An International Airport. It is about 8 km from the two terminals, and you could take free shuttle bus to this terminal. It is about 35 km to the downtown area of Shenzhen city. You could take ferry from this terminal, if you are near Shenzhen Airport.

Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal (澳门外港客运码头/港澳码头)

Located at Haigang Qiandi, Macao Special Administrative Region, China (中国澳门特别行政区海港前地), Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal is chosen by many tourists to the Historical Center of Macau. Once arriving at this terminal, you could take the bus No.3 / 28B / No.10 / 10A / 10 B to the downtown area of Macau Peninsula.

Taipa Ferry Terminal (澳门氹仔客运码头/北安码头)

Located at Dama Road, Beian Tianhai District, Macao Special Administrative Region, China (中国澳门特别行政区氹仔北安填海区), Taipa Ferry Terminal is chosen by many tourists to Taipa, Cotai and Coloane of Macau. Once arriving at this terminal, you could take the bus No.26 / No.36 / AP1 to the downtown area of Taipa of Macau.

1. The information is for reference only. For more details, please feel free to contact our professional travel consultants .

2. As there are many tourists, it is advised to book tickets online in advance.

3. You have to arrive at the port at least 45 minutes prior to the departure time of your ferry in case of your Entry and Exit Procedures.

Shenzhen to Macau Helicopter - The Most Expensive and the Fastest

From - to : Bao An International Airport to the 2nd floor of Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal (澳门外港客运码头/港澳码头)

Duration : About 15 minutes

You could take a helicopter from Shenzhen to Macau. It is the fastest way and the most expensive way with about ¥ 5450 for a single way ticket . They are 3 helicopters from Tuesday to Friday (13:30, 18:00 and 20:30), but only 2 helicopters from Saturday to Monday (13:30 and 20:30). You could save much time by taking helicopter, meanwhile you can enjoy the excellent feelings of overlooking the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge. However, most people will not choose this kind of transportation concerning budget.

( Notice : The information is for reference only. For more details, please feel free to contact our professional travel consultants .)

Shenzhen to Macau by Coach- The Cheapest

From - to : Shenzhen Coach Station (Shenzhen Yinhu Coach Station) 深圳汽车站（原深圳银湖汽车站）/ Shenzhen Luohu Coach Station（深圳罗湖客运站）/ Shenzhen North Coach Station（深圳北汽车客运站）/ Shenzhen Airport Coach Station（深圳机场汽车站）to Gongbei Port of Entry/ Macau/ Chimelong in Macau

Duration : About 3 hours

There are 4 coach stations in Shenzhen you could choose with a total of 26 coaches to Macau. They are Shenzhen Coach Station (Shenzhen Yinhu Coach Station), Shenzhen Luohu Coach Station, Shenzhen North Coach Station and Shenzhen Airport Coach Station. If you arrive at Gongbei Port of Entry, you could easily take bus No. 17 / No. 5 to downtown area of Macau.

Shenzhen to Macau Coach Schedules

Shenzhen to Macau Via Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge

Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge , with the length of 55km, is the world’s longest cross-sea bridge . Built from 2009 to 2018, it is one of the world’s wonder of bridge engineering . This bridge connects Hongkong, Zhuhai and Macau, with which local people could transfer between these places more convenient than ever. Since it was put into use in late 2018, this bridge has attracted many tourists. You could take bus or private car from Shenzhen to Macau via this bridge.

Shenzhen to Macau by Bus- The Most Complicated

From - to : Shenzhen - Hong Kong - Macau

If you want to have a look at this great bridge in the world, you could take bus from Hong Kong to Macau via this bridge. Therefore, you should go to Hong Kong first from Shenzhen. You could take Metro (or called MTR service in Hong Kong), High Speed Trains, Bus, Taxi, and Ferry to Hong Kong easily. You can get from Shenzhen to Hong Kong in about 0.5-2 hours by metro, about 15-20 minutes by bullet train, 1-1.5 hours (50 km) by car, 1-4 hours by coach and 0.5-1 hours by ferry. (Check for more details about Shenzhen to Hong Kong Transportation .)

After arriving at Hong Kong, you could then take a bus to Macau. There are 3 kinds of Buses you could choose, including Shuttle Bus, One Bus and Hong Kong - Macau Express. After arriving at Macau port, you need to transfer to another bus to downtown area. (Check for more details about Hong Kong to Macau by bus .)

You need to transfer for several times if you choose this kind of way from Shenzhen to Macau which would waste much time or be a trouble for you when you have luggage. Therefore, it is not advised to choose this way .

Shenzhen to Macau by Private Car - Most Convenient & Top Choice for Business Travel

From - to : Anywhere in Shenzhen - Any where in Macau

Duration : About 2.5 hours

Private car can take you from Shenzhen to Macau with no trouble. You could get on the car from anywhere you are to Macau. The essential part is that you could enjoy the beautiful scenery along the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge. If you prefer to this one, you can contact us as soon as possible. China Discovery can provide you the most convenient private transfer service, with which you could travel from Shenzhen to Macau without so many concerns. Meanwhile, you will have a professional guide along the whole trip, who would explain you each tourist attraction and help you a lot.

Shenzhen Airport to Macau

Most people arriving at Shenzhen Bao An International Airport may wonder how to get to Macau from the airport. Here we can give you some advice.

There is a terminal named Fuyong Ferry Terminal in the southwest of the Shenzhen airport. It is about 8 km from the two terminals of the airport. You could easily take the ferry from this terminal to Macau (The schedules of ferry from this terminal have been told as above). There are free shuttle bus between the airport and the terminal . It may take about 20 minutes from airport to Fuyong Ferry Terminal. The departure time of the free shuttle bus is from 07:40 to 17:50 (07:40, 07:55, 08:20, 08:25, 10:15, 10:20, 10:50, 11:15, 11:20, 13:15, 13:20, 14:15, 14:20, 14:50, 15:50, 16:20, 16:50, 17:20, 17:50). The pick-up locations of the shuttle bus are No.3 door of the first floor of the Terminal A and the No.6 door of the first floor of the Terminal B.

Furthermore, as there are not so many ferries from Fuyong terminal, you could choose to take ferry from Shekou Ferry Terminal. You could firstly take metro line 11 (Airport Station - Houhai Station) in the Shenzhen airport and then metro line 2 (Houhai Station - Shekou Port Station). After getting off, you could walk for about 500 m to Shekou Ferry Terminal.

Otherwise, you could also choose to take a helicopter from Shenzhen airport to Macau, with about ¥ 5450 for a single way ticket. This one seems not wise. You can also take coach from Shenzhen Airport Coach Station to Macau.

Visa Requirements & Immigration to Macau

Do you need a visa for Macau? The answer is yes. All visitors to Macau are required to have a visa. Make sure you take your travel documents and passport with you. However, similar to Hong Kong, if you are citizens of specific 79 foreign countries and territories, and visit Macau for short-term tour and business, you may have visa-free entry to Macau. US, UK, Australia, Canada citizens, Indians, Filipinos, Malaysians may get visa exempted for Macau, while passport holders of Bangladesh, Nepal, Nigeria, Pakistan, Vietnam and Sri Lanka are required to apply for a valid visa in advance through your Chinese embassy. For more information, check Macau SAR Visa .

How to Plan a Macau Tour

1 day macau tour from hong kong.

There are many people choose one day Macau tour from Hong Kong. Firstly, you need to take a ferry from Hong Kong to Macau for about 1 hour. After landing in Macau, you can take the bus No.3 to Historical Center of Macau .

In this area, you will explore the west-meet-east cultural heritages, including over 20 UNESCO World Heritage Sites . You will see the Ruins of the St. Paul Cathedral with 457 years’ old, which is a gothic church constructed by Portuguese in 1562 and once the largest cathedral in Asia. Then you can have a look at the only remaining Section of Old City Wall of the past Macau that was built by the Portuguese to defend against enemies from other countries about 300 years ago. Then, walk about 10 minutes to visit the Senado Square (Largo do Senado) to appreciate the multiple century-old Portuguese styled architectures and enjoy its rich south European flavor and also the daily lifestyle of Macau people who walk along those leading lanes and operate their business. There is also A-Ma Temple , where you will know about history and local religious customs of Macau. You could also see many other historical sites as Monte Forte (Fortaleza do Monte) , St. Dominic's Church , etc. In addition, you can also taste some special local foods in this area.

After the tour, return to Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal and take a ferry to go back.

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As Hong Kong, Macau and Shenzhen are very close in geography, many people plan to have a tour covering these 3 cities. These 3 cities are in the China’s Greater Bay Area, and there is convenient transportation between them. You could travel from Hong Kong to Shenzhen first, then to Macau. Finally, you can go back Hong Kong for departure.

It’s advised to take about 6 days to have an in-depth tour among these 3 cities. For the first day, you can arrive at Hong Kong. As the tiredness of your trip, it would be better with a relax in this day. At night, you could walk through Temple Street Night Market which is the livest night market in Hong Kong. You and your kids will be surprised at so many souvenirs, tiny trinkets, clothes, footwear, bags, etc.

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For the third day, you will go to the Hong Kong West Kowloon Railway Station for your high speed train to Shenzhen.

For the fourth day, you will enjoy the essence of Shenzhen, such as Lychee Park, Ping’an Finance Center, Shenzhen Museum, and Splendid China Folk Village.

For the fifth day, you will take ferry to Macau to explore its west-meet-east heritages in its Historical Center. Here you can see the Ruins of the St. Paul Cathedral, the Section of Old City Wall, Senado Square (Largo do Senado), A-Ma Temple, Border of Gate (Portas do Cerco), etc.

For the last day, you will take ferry to Hong Kong and leave.

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Macau international airport.

Macau International Airport operates 24 hours a day, with many visitors entering the territory via numerous major cities around the region. For detailed information on flight schedules, please visit www.macau-airport.com or dial +853 2886 1111 .

To read the Regulations on Liquids Carried in Passenger Hand Baggage, please visit www.aacm.gov.mo .

For detailed information on immigration and customs formalities, visit www.fsm.gov.mo and www.customs.gov.mo .

Transportation Service to and from Macau International Airport

All major hotels provide a pick-up service which can be booked in advance or arranged upon arrival.

Taxis are conveniently available from the taxi rank outside the airport. A surcharge of MOP8.00 is applicable, with each item of luggage carried in the boot charged at MOP3.00.

A number of buses serving the airport – marked AP1, AP1X, MT1, MT4, N2, 26, 36, 51A & 51X - criss-cross the city and stop at major hotels.

Macau International Airport is strategically located in Taipa near various ports and convenient transportation routes. Depending on traffic flow, it takes about 15 minutes to travel by car from the airport to Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal on Macao Peninsula, 5 minutes to the nearby Taipa Ferry Terminal, 20 minutes to the Border Gate, 10 minutes to the Macao Port Zone of Hengqin Port, 20 minutes to the central district on Macao Peninsula, and 10 minutes to Taipa Village. The airport is well served by air-conditioned taxis, public buses and hotel shuttle buses.

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Airport route ferry and cross-boundary bus services are available for passengers travelling to Macao directly via Hong Kong International Airport.

TurboJET offers airport route ferry service between Macao Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal and Skypier at Hong Kong International Airport. For enquiries, please call: Hong Kong +852 2859 3333 , Macao +853 2855 5025 . Website: www.turbojet.com.hk More information on SkyPier Terminal Ferry Service, please visit the website of Hong Kong International Airport .
Macau HK Airport Direct provides cross-boundary bus service between Hong Kong International Airport Sky Pier Terminal and the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge Macao Port. For enquiries, please call: Hong Kong +852 3193 9188 , Macao +853 6567 0900 . Website: www.macauhkairportbus.com More information on SkyPier Terminal Transfer Coach Service, please visit the website of Hong Kong International Airport .

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Hong Kong +852 2108 9917
Macao +853 2872 7288
Shenzhen +86 755 2345 8741

The helicopter service from Hong Kong and Shenzhen provides a convenient, upscale option for visitors wishing to quickly reach Macao.

Hong Kong → Macao Sky Shuttle Helicopters Limited (Sky Shuttle) operates helicopters between the rooftop helipads of Shun Tak Centre (Sheung Wan, Hong Kong) and Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal (Macao Peninsula). Each flight takes approximately 15 minutes.
Shenzhen → Macao A helicopter service between Shenzhen Baoan International Airport, PRC and the rooftop helipad of Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal (Macao Peninsula) is also available. The journey takes about 15 minutes during the day and approximately 25 minutes at night.

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Hong Kong +852 2108 9898
Shenzhen +86 755 2345 8740

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Hong Kong International Airport → Macao

An airport ferry service is available for passengers travelling to Macao via Hong Kong International Airport. Passengers can arrive in or depart from Macao via Hong Kong International Airport as a transit stop without having to pass through Hong Kong Customs and Immigration formalities and also without the inconvenience of carrying their luggage to the Ferry Terminal. The ferry trip from Hong Kong International Airport to Macao takes approximately 70 minutes.

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Hong Kong International Airport → Hong Kong-Macau Ferry Terminal (Shun Tak Centre, Hong Kong) → Macao

The following public transportation options from Hong Kong International Airport to Hong Kong-Macau Ferry Terminal (Shun Tak Centre, Hong Kong) are available:

Airport Express (train) First, take the Airport Express to Hong Kong Station in Central (Operating Hours: 05:54 - 00:48 daily) then take a taxi to Hong Kong-Macau Ferry Terminal (Shun Tak Centre, Hong Kong). Journey time: 25 minutes.
Route A11: Travellers should get off at the "Macau Ferry, Connaught Road Central" bus stop (Operating Hours: 05:35 - 00:30). Journey time: 45 minutes.
Route E11: Travellers should get off at the "Macau Ferry, Connaught Road Central" bus stop (Operating Hours: 05:20 - 24:00). Journey time: 70 minutes.
Route N11: Travellers should get off at the "Central (Macau Ferry)" bus stop (Operating Hours: 00:50 - 04:50). Journey time: 75 minutes.
Taxi Taxis from Hong Kong International Airport take about 30 minutes to reach Hong Kong-Macau Ferry Terminal (Shun Tak Centre, Hong Kong), subject to the prevailing traffic situation.

Hong Kong → Macao

The inauguration of Hong Kong- Zhuhai-Macao Bridge allows tourists to enter Macao by vehicles. Tourists can take shuttle buses to enter Macao.

Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge Shuttle Bus Macao: +853 2872 3888 Hong Kong: +852 3753 3888 Mainland China: +86 400 863 3888 Website: www.hzmbus.com

Tourists may continue their journey by taxi or bus - routes 101X or 102X once arriving the Macao port.

One Bus Hong Kong Macau Limited Hong Kong: +852 3703 3981 Website: www.onebus.hk
Hong Kong Macau Express Macao: +853 2832 2198 Website: www.hkmoexpress.com
Eternal East Bus Hong Kong: +852 3760 0888 Website: www.eebus.com

Major cities in Guangdong Province → Macao

The Kee Kwan Motor Road Co. and China Travel Service (Macao) Ltd. operate a roundtrip air-conditioned bus service from major cities in Guangdong Province to Macao. The buses arrive at Gongbei Port in Zhuhai, from where you may go through the checkpoints at GongbeiPort and Border Gate to Macao. For enquiries, please call:

Kee Kwan Motor Road Co. Macao: +853 2893 3888 Zhuhai: +86 756 828 5313 / +86 756 888 5218 / +86 756 828 1003
China Travel Service (Macao) Ltd. Macao: +853 2878 8342 / +853 2870 0888 Zhuhai: +86 756 889 9228 Website: www.cts.com.mo

In addition, coach companies offer direct bus services from Macau International Airport to major cities in Guangdong Province. Enquiry hotline: +853 2888 1228 Website: www.macau-airport.com/en/transportation/transport-connection

Gateways available from Mainland China to Macao by land:

The Border Gate Opening hours: 6:00am to 1:00am
Macao Port Zone of Hengqin Port Opening hours: 24 hours
The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge Frontier Post at Macao Port 8:00am to 10:00pm: Tourists from Zhuhai can travel to Macao via the Frontier Post on foot.
Qingmao Opening hours: 24 hours ( for passengers allowed )

Hong Kong → Macao

Hong Kong has three major terminals that service Macao-bound routes: Hong Kong-Macau Ferry Terminal in Shun Tak Centre located on Hong Kong Island, the China Ferry Terminal located in Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon and Tuen Mun Ferry Terminal in New Territories. Tourists can find quite a number of jetfoils, catamarans and ferries available, run by TurboJET and Cotai Water Jet.

The Hong Kong-Macau Ferry Terminal in Shun Tak Centre is most frequently used by passengers. It is located above the Sheung Wan MTR station (Mass Transit Railway) next to a terminus for buses and minibuses from many parts of Hong Kong, including the bus from the airport. The Hong Kong-Macau Ferry Terminal, the helipad, reservation offices of Macao hotels and travel agents as well as the Macao Government Tourism Office Tourist Information are all located in Shun Tak Centre.

Macao +853 2855 5025
Hong Kong +852 2859 3333
International toll free Tel +800 3628 3628 (available in Mainland China and Taiwan)
Macao +853 6616 7610
Hong Kong +852 2359 9990

The China Ferry Terminal is located in China Hong Kong City in Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, and offers roundtrip sailings to and from Macao. Its booking offices sell tickets for current and advance sailings.

Passengers are advised to arrive in the terminal at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time in order to complete immigration formalities. Seats are allocated following check-in and immigration.

Hong Kong (Hong Kong - Macau Ferry Terminal) <--> Macao (Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal or Taipa Ferry Terminal)

Shenzhen → Macao

Yuet Tung Shipping Co. Ltd. The Yuet Tung Shipping Co. Ltd. offers a ferry service between Macao Taipa Ferry Terminal and Shenzhen Shekou or Fuyong. For enquiries, please call: Macao +853 2885 0272 .
TurboJET offers a ferry service between Macao Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal and Shenzhen Shekou or Fuyong. For enquiries, please call: Macao +853 8790 6203 . Website: www.turbojet.com.hk

Zhuhai → Macao

Yuet Tung Shipping Co. Ltd. offers ferry service between Macao and Zhuhai: - Macao Inner Harbour Ferry Terminal ↔ Zhuhai Wanzai Pier - Macao Taipa Ferry Terminal ↔ Zhuhai Guishan Island For enquiries, please call: Macao +853 2885 0272 .
TurboJET offers a ferry service between Macao Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal and Zhuhai Jiuzhou Gang. For enquiries, please call: Macao +853 8790 6203 . Website: www.turbojet.com.hk

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SHENZHEN: Close to a million people in China have applied for permits to travel between the mainland and Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan since borders reopened on Jan 8.

The 998,000 applications mark a 147.6 per cent increase compared to before the easing of China's pandemic travel restrictions, which were among the toughest in the world.

Airports, ferry terminals and land checkpoints saw scenes of emotional reunions as travellers, many of whom have not seen their loved ones since the COVID-19 pandemic began, met their families.

One such traveller preparing to cross the Futian checkpoint in southern China’s Shenzhen city on the first working day after the reopening was a mother of three who had not seen her husband and eldest daughter for over a year.

“I’m very excited and happy. I haven’t seen them in a long time,” Ms Huang Wenjing told CNA as she wiped away tears. The 37-year-old, who will spend three weeks in Hong Kong, added that she took time off work to travel to Hong Kong to see her family as soon as news of the lifting of restrictions broke.

Ms Huang's eight-year-old daughter Wu Xier said the first thing she wanted to do when she reached Hong Kong, was to “find my father and tell him I miss him".

EXCITEMENT AT BORDER CROSSINGS

The Futian border crossing was one of the first to reopen between the mainland and the special administrative region after about three years of closure due to COVID-19.

Families hugged and took pictures at a banner that read “Welcome Hong Kong compatriots returning to Shenzhen”, while a rabbit mascot waved a sign that said “We are family”.

Among the families were Hong Kong residents Mr Ho Yun Hang and his wife Ms Xiang Huiqiong, who stepped into the mainland for the first time in three years.

“I’ve come to see friends and (my wife) is going back to her hometown, we are all very happy,” said Mr Ho, 74. “In these three years, there have been so many changes and the pandemic has been severe.”

“Coming back this time, it’s like seeing the sun!”

The trip was booked by their daughter Ms Ho Ka Yi, who made immediate arrangements the moment she heard news of the reopening and the scrapping of quarantine requirements.

The 24-year-old, who studies on the mainland in Chongqing, had been in Hong Kong on her first trip back to the city since the pandemic began.

“When (my mother) opened the door and saw me, we hugged each other and stood there crying because we hadn't seen each other for a long time, for three years,“ said Ms Ho.

“For the Spring Festival, I plan to go back to the mainland, to my home in Shenzhen and stay there to see my family, and then go back to Hong Kong to watch a concert and find my friends there.”

Some travellers, including Ms Xiang, are bringing their own medicine across the border, as worries over COVID-19 drug shortages persist in Chinese cities.

“We heard that with regard to the pandemic in Shenzhen, there is a shortage of medicine, so we brought medicine and more practical items,” said Ms Xiang, a Chongqing native.

INCREASED QUOTA FOR NEW YEAR

About 490,000 trips were made in and out of China between Jan 8 and 12, after the country scrapped quarantine for inbound travellers and relaxed other travel restrictions.

Officials said the number was up 48.9 per cent compared to the period before the policy change, but is only at 26.2 per cent of pre-pandemic levels in 2019.

Of this figure, 424,000 people crossed the border by land, at 30.1 per cent compared to three years ago.

The Futian checkpoint in Shenzhen was the busiest, with 21,000 people crossing every day. CNA observed a steady stream of travellers at the checkpoint on Sunday, with constant traffic heading in both directions.

Checkpoint staff told CNA it was still possible to apply to cross the border on the spot.

Currently, there is a daily quota of 50,000 visitors allowed in either direction via the land crossings.

But both Hong Kong and the mainland are increasing the daily quota of cross-border travellers by 15,000 from Jan 18 to 21, in the four days leading up to the Chinese New Year holiday to cope with the travel surge .

Businesses, too, have welcomed the reopening, with some commuters saying that in-person meetings on either side of the border can now resume.

However, many travellers are hoping for a full relaxation of measures as pre-departure tests and other paperwork remain inconvenient. Travellers currently have to produce a negative COVID-19 test result taken within 48 hours.

“It would be best if we could fill in less (information). Some older people or children may not know how to do this,” said Mr Michael Liu, who was travelling into Hong Kong from Shenzhen. “You have to fork out your own money to pay for the PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) tests. It's still a little bit inconvenient. So, (my trips) won't be too frequent. But it will slowly get back to normal,” said Mr Jason He, who was travelling in the other direction, from Shenzhen to Hong Kong.

INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL TO TAKE FLIGHT

International flights are also expected to gradually ramp up, with Chinese authorities targeting a return to 80 per cent of pre-pandemic numbers by the end of the year.

This comes as officials said there were only 563 international flights last week, at 6 per cent of pre-COVID levels.

Amid the expected demand, experts cautioned that increasing the number of international flights and returning to normalcy will take time.

While analysts are confident that China will be able to iron out the logistics of increased travel domestically, external factors such as closed air space over Russia still pose a challenge for some carriers.

“I don't think (logistics and labour) are really issues for (China) because it's a huge country. They have the people and the skill sets to deal with it,” said Shukor Yusof, founder of aviation consultancy Endau Analytics.

“However, there's a chain within the airline aviation industry that needs to be reorganised post-COVID, because nothing is the same anymore.”

Mr Shukor said the opening up could also be a chance for Hong Kong to regain its position as a global aviation hub.

Cathay Pacific Airways, the region’s flagship carrier, said it would gradually increase flying capacity and aims to return to pre-pandemic levels by the end of next year.

“Air China is a major shareholder in Cathay Pacific so I'm sure they are talking about how they can work together to resume flying at a pace where not just foreigners, but (also) people within China, especially the southern parts closest to Hong Kong, can benefit from that,” Mr Shukor said.

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Nationals of 41 countries allowed entry to Macao as travel restrictions rolled back

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Measure which has been in place since March 2020 will be lifted this week; all travellers will still have to undergo seven days of hotel quarantine.

Starting on 1 September, nationals from 41 foreign countries will be allowed to enter Macao directly from Hong Kong and Taiwan as well as from all foreign countries and regions without having to apply for entry beforehand. Travellers will still have to undergo seven days of quarantine in a designated hotel followed by another three days of self-health monitoring.

Macao’s Novel Coronavirus Response and Coordination Centre said that the 41 countries comprise Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Malta, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, the UK and the US.

All other foreign nationals are not included in this new entry policy, such as the Philippines, Indonesia, Nepal, Vietnam, Myanmar and India – from where the majority of Macao’s non-resident workers (NRWs) come.

Since June , foreign NRWs have been able to enter Macao directly from mainland China without having to apply for an entry permit beforehand, or to apply for entry into the city from Taiwan or foreign countries.

Macao’s borders have been closed to foreign residents and only mainland Chinese, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Macao residents have been allowed to enter the city since March 2020. In late May this year, Macao extended these exemptions to foreigners of Portuguese nationality.

In a second move relaxing travel restrictions, the government has eased requirements for mainland Chinese, Hong Kong and Taiwan travellers, as well as non-resident foreigners. The Novel Coronavirus Response and Coordination Centre noted that mainland Chinese, Hong Kong and Taiwan residents who have visited foreign countries or regions prior to their intended entry into Macao will also be allowed to enter Macao from anywhere in the world.

“Residents from the Chinese mainland, the Hong Kong SAR and the Taiwan region who have visited any countries or regions outside China before their entry [into Macao] will be allowed to enter Macao from the Chinese mainland, Hong Kong and Taiwan as well as from any countries or regions outside China,” the Centre said.

The new measure for mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan travellers will be a relaxation from the current arrangements according to which mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan residents who have been to a foreign country within 14 days prior to their intended entry into Macao are barred from entering Macao.

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All passengers are no longer subject to any restrictions in the following days upon arrival in Macau.

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· Foreign nationals who are holding a valid passport under these 41 countries

From 1 September 2022, foreign nationals with a valid passport issued by the following countries (including Italy) may enter Macao directly from Hong Kong, Taiwan regions, and other foreign countries without having to apply for entry beforehand.

Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Malta, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, the United Kingdom, and the United States.

All travellers arriving from foreign countries are required to present the following documents before being accepted for check-in (The passports used to enter Macao must be valid for 90 days or more):

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Fully vaccinated travelers are permitted to travel from Hong Kong to Macao. Travelers who are not fully vaccinated are not permitted to travel from Hong Kong to Macao.

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Requirements vary depending on your vaccination status. In general: All travelers must carry proof of a negative nucleic acid test result for COVID-19 issued no more than 24 hours prior to departure.

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Travel advisory april 12, 2024, mainland china, hong kong & macau - see summaries.

Updated due to new national security legislation in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.

Summary: Reconsider travel to Mainland China due to the arbitrary enforcement of local laws, including in relation to exit bans, and the risk of wrongful detentions.

Exercise increased caution when traveling to the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR) due to the arbitrary enforcement of local laws .

Reconsider travel to the Macau Special Administrative Region (SAR) due to a limited ability to provide emergency consular services . Exercise increased caution when traveling to the Macau SAR due to the arbitrary enforcement of local laws .

See specific risks and conditions in each jurisdiction .

Mainland China – Level 3: Reconsider Travel

Reconsider travel due to the arbitrary enforcement of local laws , including in relation to exit bans, and the risk of wrongful detentions .

Summary: The People’s Republic of China (PRC) government arbitrarily enforces local laws, including issuing exit bans on U.S. citizens and citizens of other countries, without fair and transparent process under the law.

The Department of State has determined the risk of wrongful detention of U.S. nationals by the PRC government exists in the PRC.

U.S. citizens traveling or residing in the PRC may be detained without access to U.S. consular services or information about their alleged crime. U.S. citizens in the PRC may be subjected to interrogations and detention without fair and transparent treatment under the law.

Foreigners in the PRC, including but not limited to businesspeople, former foreign-government personnel, academics, relatives of PRC citizens involved in legal disputes, and journalists have been interrogated and detained by PRC officials for alleged violations of PRC national security laws. The PRC has also interrogated, detained, and expelled U.S. citizens living and working in the PRC.

PRC authorities appear to have broad discretion to deem a wide range of documents, data, statistics, or materials as state secrets and to detain and prosecute foreign nationals for alleged espionage. There is increased official scrutiny of U.S. and third-country firms, such as professional service and due diligence companies, operating in the PRC. Security personnel could detain U.S. citizens or subject them to prosecution for conducting research or accessing publicly available material inside the PRC.

Security personnel could detain and/or deport U.S. citizens for sending private electronic messages critical of the PRC, Hong Kong SAR, or Macau SAR governments.

In addition, the PRC government has used restrictions on travel or departure from the PRC, or so-called exit bans, to:

compel individuals to participate in PRC government investigations;
pressure family members of the restricted individual to return to the PRC from abroad;
resolve civil disputes in favor of PRC citizens; and
gain bargaining leverage over foreign governments.

U.S. citizens might only become aware of an exit ban when they attempt to depart the PRC, and there may be no available legal process to contest an exit ban in a court of law. Relatives, including minor children, of those under investigation in the PRC may become subject to an exit ban.

The PRC government does not recognize dual nationality. Dual U.S.-PRC citizens and U.S. citizens of Chinese descent may be subject to additional scrutiny and harassment. If you are a U.S. citizen and choose to enter Mainland China on travel documents other than a U.S. passport and are detained or arrested, the PRC government may not notify the U.S. Embassy or the U.S. Consulates General or allow consular access.

Check with the PRC Embassy in the United States for the most updated information on travel to the PRC. In some limited circumstances travelers to Mainland China may face additional COVID-19 testing requirements to enter some facilities or events.

The Department of State does not provide or coordinate direct medical care to private U.S. citizens abroad. U.S. citizens overseas may receive PRC-approved COVID-19 vaccine doses where they are eligible.

Do not consume drugs in the PRC or prior to arriving in the PRC. A positive drug test, even if the drug was legal elsewhere, can lead to immediate detention, fines, deportation, and/or a ban from re-entering the PRC. PRC authorities may compel cooperation with blood, urine, or hair testing. Penalties for drug offense may exceed penalties imposed in the United States.

Demonstrations : Participating in demonstrations or any other activities that authorities interpret as constituting an act of secession, subversion, terrorism, or collusion with a foreign country could result in criminal charges. Be aware of your surroundings and avoid demonstrations.

XINJIANG UYGHUR AUTONOMOUS REGION, TIBET AUTONOMOUS REGION, and TIBETAN AUTONOMOUS PREFECTURES

Extra security measures, such as security checks and increased levels of police presence and surveillance, are common in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, Tibet Autonomous Region, and Tibetan Autonomous Prefectures. Authorities may impose curfews and travel restrictions on short notice.

If you decide to travel to Mainland China:

Enter the PRC on your U.S. passport with a valid PRC visa and keep it with you.
Read the travel information page for Mainland China .
Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
Avoid demonstrations.
Exercise caution in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests.
Avoid taking photographs of protesters or police without permission.
Keep a low profile.
If you are arrested or detained, ask police or prison officials to notify U.S. Embassy Beijing or the nearest U.S. Consulate General immediately.
Review the China Country Security Report from the Overseas Security Advisory Council.
Do not consume drugs in the PRC or prior to arriving in the PRC.
Follow the Department of State on Facebook and Twitter . Follow U.S. Embassy Beijing on Twitter , WeChat , and Weibo .
Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) page for the latest Travel Health Information related to the PRC.
Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations.
Review the Traveler’s Checklist .

Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR) – Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

Exercise increased caution due to the arbitrary enforcement of local laws .

Summary: Hong Kong SAR authorities have dramatically restricted civil liberties since the Government of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) imposed the Law of the PRC on Safeguarding National Security in the Hong Kong SAR on June 30, 2020. Following the Hong Kong SAR government’s enactment of its own Safeguarding National Security Ordinance on March 23, 2024, Hong Kong SAR authorities are expected to take additional actions to further restrict civil liberties.

The 2020 National Security Law outlines a broad range of vaguely defined offenses, such as acts of secession, subversion, terrorism, and collusion with foreign entities. The 2024 Safeguarding National Security Ordinance builds on this framework with additional vaguely defined offenses, such as treason, insurrection, theft of state secrets, sabotage against public infrastructure, and external interference. According to the legislation, these offenses are applicable to foreign nationals within the Hong Kong SAR and to individuals, including U.S. citizens and permanent residents, located outside its borders. Under these provisions, anyone who criticizes the PRC and/or Hong Kong SAR authorities may face arrest, detention, expulsion, and/or prosecution. Hong Kong SAR authorities are attempting to enforce these provisions against individuals, including U.S. citizens and permanent residents, residing outside of their jurisdiction by offering cash rewards for information leading to their arrests in the Hong Kong SAR.

Dual Nationality: The Hong Kong SAR government does not recognize dual nationality. Dual U.S.-PRC citizens and U.S. citizens of Chinese descent may be subject to additional scrutiny and harassment. If you are a dual U.S.-PRC citizen and enter Hong Kong SAR on a U.S. passport, and you are detained or arrested, PRC authorities are under an obligation to notify the U.S. Embassy or a U.S. Consulate General of your detention and to allow U.S. consular officials to have access to you. In practice, however, U.S. consular officers may be prevented from providing consular assistance, even to those who have entered on their U.S. passports. For more information, visit Consular Protection and Right of Abode in HK(SAR) for Dual Nationals - U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong & Macau .

Demonstrations : Participating in demonstrations or any other activities that authorities interpret as constituting an act of secession, subversion, terrorism, or collusion with a foreign country could result in criminal charges under the 2020 National Security Law and/or the 2024 Safeguarding National Security Ordinance. Be aware of your surroundings and avoid demonstrations.

If you decide to travel to the Hong Kong SAR:

Enter the Hong Kong SAR on your U.S. passport and keep it with you.
Read the travel information page for the Hong Kong SAR .
Be aware of your surroundings.
If you are arrested or detained, ask police or prison officials to notify U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong & Macau immediately.
Review the China Country Security Report from the Overseas Security Advisory Council.
Do not consume drugs in the Hong Kong SAR or prior to arriving in the Hong Kong SAR.
Follow the Department of State on Facebook and Twitter . Follow U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong & Macau on Facebook and Twitter .
Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) page for the latest Travel Health Information related to the Hong Kong SAR.
Monitor local media, local transportations sites, and apps like MTR Mobile or Citybus for updates.

Macau Special Administrative Region (SAR) – Level 3: Reconsider Travel

Reconsider travel due to a limited ability to provide emergency consular services. Exercise increased caution due to the arbitrary enforcement of local laws.

Summary: The U.S. government has a limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in the Macau SAR due to People’s Republic of China (PRC) Ministry of Foreign Affairs travel restrictions on U.S. diplomatic personnel.

Even in an emergency, the PRC Ministry of Foreign Affairs requires all U.S. diplomatic personnel, including those accredited to the Macau SAR, to apply for and receive visas before entering the Macau SAR. Approval takes at least five to seven days, significantly limiting the U.S. government’s ability to offer timely consular services in the Macau SAR.

Dual Nationality: The Macau SAR government does not recognize dual nationality. Dual U.S.-PRC citizens and U.S. citizens of Chinese descent may be subject to additional scrutiny and harassment. If you are a dual U.S.-PRC citizen and enter the Macau SAR on a U.S. passport, and you are detained or arrested, PRC authorities are under an obligation to notify the U.S. Embassy or a U.S. Consulate General of your detention and to allow U.S. consular officials to have access to you. In practice, however, U.S. consular officers may be prevented from providing consular assistance, even to those who have entered on their U.S. passports. For more information, visit Consular Protection and Right of Abode in HK(SAR) for Dual Nationals - U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong & Macau .

If you decide to travel to the Macau SAR:

Enter the Macau SAR on your U.S. passport and keep it with you.
Read the travel information page for the Macau SAR .
If you are arrested or detained, ask police or prison officials to notify Review the China Country Security Report from the Overseas Security Advisory Council.
Do not consume drugs in the Macau SAR or prior to arriving in the Macau SAR.
Follow the Department of State on Facebook and Twitter . Follow U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong & Macau on Facebook and Twitter .
Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) page for the latest Travel Health Information related to the Macau SAR.
Monitor local media and the Macau Government Tourism Office website for updates.
Review your flight status with your airline or at the Macau International Airport website.

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Travelling to Macao? Here’s the latest on the entry restrictions

Macao announces new entry controls for Hongkongers

Travels to our neighbouring SAR have been restricted (or at least very discouraged) with the current 21-day quarantine requirement upon entering Macao. But there’s still a glimmer of hope for those looking to cross the waters into the shiny gaming mecca starting from February 21, 2022.

Macao authorities have recently announced their new entry requirements for travellers coming from Hong Kong. Hong Kong residents can enter the territory provided that they have not travelled outside of mainland China within 14 days of arrival. Foreign nationals in Hong Kong with residence permits are allowed entry if they have not ventured out of Hong Kong in the last 21 days.

Hongkongers entering Macao will be required to take a Covid-19 RT-PCR test and wait for negative results to return before granted entry. Travellers who test negative will then be transported for their 14-day quarantine in their designated hotels (and present booking confirmation issued by the Medical Observation Hotel) for medical observation. Hongkongers whose test returns positive will be isolated.

Other requirements for entry include documentation for the initial full course of Covid-19 vaccination taken at least 14 days prior to arrival, with the last vaccine taken within seven months of travel. For those who are deemed unfit for vaccination, a certificate must be presented for proof.

Currently, Macao allows for bookings at Optional Hotels (Regency Art Hotel and Grand Coloane Resort), Designated Hotel (Pousada Mariana Infante Hotel) and Special Medical Observation Hotel (Treasure Hotel).

For more information and the latest on Covid-19 restrictions in Macao, visit ssm.gov.mo . If you need recommendations and inspirations for you next Macao trip, check out our guide to the best spots to hit up in Macao .

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Travellers are advised to refer to the official Macao SAR COVID-19 website for the relevant anti-epidemic measures before departing for Macao.

Singaporeans can visit Macao for up to 30 days without a visa. If you plan to stay more than 30 days, you will need to obtain an extension from the Macao Immigration Department.

If you plan to work or study in Macao, you must obtain a visa prior to arriving in Macao. For the latest visa requirements, please contact your travel agency , the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Singapore, or the Macao Public Security Police Force Border Control Department .

Customs Regulations: Travellers who fail to declare to customs officers in accordance with Macao law, or make false or incomplete declarations; or import goods that are subject to pre-licencing system without relevant licences (e.g., firearms, medications and endangered species of animals and plants); or import/export counterfeit or infringing goods, can be subject to prosecution, and the relevant items will be seized. Please refer to the Macao Customs Service’s website for further information.

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Drugs: Do not become involved with illicit drugs in any kind. Any person who traffics, manufactures, has in possession, or uses any dangerous drugs shall be liable upon conviction to a fine and imprisonment (see here ).

Stay in legal accommodation: When visiting Macao, Singaporeans should lodge in licensed hotels or inns, and not stay in illegal accommodation operated without a license. At present, there is no legal ‘family hostel’ or ‘Bed and Breakfast’ in Macao. You face a fine of MOP 3,000 if you are found staying in illegal premises. In case of doubt about the legality of the premise where you are staying, please check with the Macao Government Tourism Office by calling +853 2831 5566 or consulting their website .

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Singaporeans planning overseas travel are reminded to take the necessary precautions, including being prepared to deal with accidents, natural disasters or terrorist attacks. Singaporeans are also reminded to be familiar with your destination’s local laws, customs, and COVID-19 regulations.

Demonstrations do occur in major cities across the world. Such demonstrations can sometimes escalate into violence. It is important for Singaporeans to keep abreast of local news, avoid any protests or demonstrations and heed the advice of the local authorities.

When participating in outdoor leisure activities overseas, Singaporeans should be mindful that certain sporting activities, especially in open seas, may carry risks. Besides ensuring that one has the physical competencies and appropriate condition to undertake the activity, every effort should be made to ascertain if the trip organiser or guide is reliable and competent, and that appropriate safety and contingency plans are in place. When in doubt, Singaporeans should consult the relevant professional bodies or sporting associations for specific advice.

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Stay connected with your friends and family. Inform them of your whereabouts and provide them with your overseas contact details.
In the event that you require consular assistance, please contact the nearest Singapore Overseas Mission or call the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Duty Office at +65 6379 8800/+65 6379 8855.

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MFA takes the safety of all Singaporeans very seriously. Singaporeans in distress approaching our Overseas Missions for assistance will be rendered with all necessary consular assistance. If you receive such emails/messages from purported friends seeking funds transfers, we strongly advise you to call them first to verify the authenticity of the emails/messages before responding to their request. It is also not advisable to give out any personal information such as NRIC/passport numbers, address, telephone number, etc. Any form of reply, even one of non-interest, could result in more unsolicited emails. Members of the public who suspect that they have fallen prey to such scams should report the matter to the Police immediately. Should Singaporeans abroad require consular assistance, they can contact the nearest Singapore Overseas Mission or call the Ministry of Foreign Affairs 24-hr Duty Office at +65 6379 8800/+65 6379 8855.

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Heavy Rains Hit Southern China as Hong Kong Spots a Waterspout

Bad weather in Guangdong Province forced evacuations as forecasters warned of more rain and potential flooding.

A tornado over water, near small islands.

By Zixu Wang and Yan Zhuang

Zixu Wang reported from Hong Kong, and Yan Zhuang from Seoul

Torrential rain battered southern China on Sunday, causing flooding and forcing tens of thousands of evacuations in the country’s most populous province, as a waterspout appeared briefly in Hong Kong and forecasters warned of potentially severe flooding.

Rain has been falling in Guangdong, which has a population of about 127 million, since last week. It intensified over the weekend, hammering the north of the province and the Pearl River Delta in the south, which includes Guangdong’s capital, Guangzhou, as well as the cities of Hong Kong and Macau.

The city of Yingde, in Guangdong’s north, received nearly a foot of rain from Friday to Sunday, the state-owned newspaper China Daily reported on Sunday . Nearly 20,000 people were evacuated and nine rivers were at risk of overflowing, it said.

In Guangzhou, the Longxue neighborhood received nearly five inches of rain over four hours on Sunday morning, the highest amount in the province.

The Beijiang River, a tributary of the Pearl River, flooded on Saturday night, China’s Ministry of Water Resources said on Sunday. As the downpour continued, the river faced a risk of an “exceptionally large” flood through Monday, the ministry said.

And in Hong Kong, a Chinese territory south of Guangdong, a waterspout was sighted over water by the local meteorological agency on Sunday morning. Waterspouts are whirling columns of air and water mist that form when cold air moves over warmer water, drawing up moisture.

There were no reports of the waterspout’s causing damage, and a rainstorm warning for the city was canceled at 2 p.m. But forecasters warned of violent winds and possible flooding.

Heavy rain was also affecting parts of the neighboring Chinese provinces of Guangxi, Jiangxi and Fujian on Sunday.

The heaviest rain was forecast to shift from the north to the east of Guangdong on Monday, and some areas could receive up to 10 inches of rain over 24 hours, according to the China Weather Network, an arm of the country’s meteorological authority. The rainfall was expected to begin easing on Tuesday.

Thunderstorms and sometimes heavy showers were also forecast for Hong Kong on Monday.

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Latest Macao entry requirements. Starting from 17 August 2023, Vaccination certificate and negative COVID-19 test result are no longer required for entering Macau. All passengers are no longer subject to any restrictions in the following days upon arrival in Macau.
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Reconsider travel due to a limited ability to provide emergency consular services.Exercise increased caution due to the arbitrary enforcement of local laws.. Summary: The U.S. government has a limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in the Macau SAR due to People's Republic of China (PRC) Ministry of Foreign Affairs travel restrictions on U.S. diplomatic personnel.
Travelling to Macao? Here's the latest on the entry restrictions
Thursday 17 February 2022. Travels to our neighbouring SAR have been restricted (or at least very discouraged) with the current 21-day quarantine requirement upon entering Macao. But there's ...
Macau Travel Restrictions
Restaurants in Macau are open. Bars in Macau are . Find continuously updated travel restrictions for Macau such as border, vaccination, COVID-19 testing, and quarantine requirements.
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Travel Advisory. We encourage you to enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive the latest updates in Hong Kong and Macau. Our travel alerts are also posted on our webpage here. Please review our Hong Kong Country Information and Macau Country Information pages. For the latest information about COVID-19 quarantine and ...
Macao (SAR of China) travel advice
Still current at: 22 April 2024 Updated: 30 January 2024 Latest update: This travel advice has been rewritten to make it easier to read and understand.
China: Authorities in Macau ease COVID-19 requirements for ...
Consider postponing travel to Macau if impacted by travel restrictions. Allow additional time for immigration and health screenings. Delay travel if experiencing symptoms associated with COVID-19, as they may prompt increased scrutiny, immigration delays, or mandatory quarantine. Confirm reservations and business appointments.
Shenzhen to Macau
You can take a train from Shenzhen to Macau via Guangzhou South station in around 1h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shenzhen to Macau via [Xb] Shanghai Street Outside House No. 28 and Jordan Station in around 3h 13m. Train operators. China Railways G-Class.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs Singapore
Contact Number. Emergency Services (Police, Fire, Ambulance) 999 / 110 / 112. Foreigners Subdivision of the Immigration Department. +853 2872 5488. Macao Government Tourism Office. +853 2831 5566. Macao International Airport. +853 2886 1111.
Heavy Rains and Potential Flooding in Guangdong, China, Force
It intensified over the weekend, hammering the north of the province and the Pearl River Delta in the south, which includes Guangdong's capital, Guangzhou, as well as the cities of Hong Kong and ...

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