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Hong Kong prepares for record-breaking 11.38 million border crossings over Lunar New Year
Immigration officials expect 11.38 million passenger movements across Hong Kong’s borders during the 10-day Lunar New Year period, 16 % more than 2025. Extra counters, joint command centres and real-time congestion data will be deployed to manage the spike, which underscores the city’s post-pandemic recovery and has direct implications for business travel and supply-chain planning.
16 % year-on-year jump in holiday traffic will test Hong Kong’s control-points resilience
The SCMP contextualises the government’s forecast, highlighting a 16 % surge in cross-border movements versus 2025 and flagging capacity constraints at land checkpoints and hotels. Companies are adjusting travel plans and budgets accordingly.
Automated clearance extended to children aged 7–10 on Hong Kong–Macao routes
Children aged 7–10 can now use self-service e-Channel gates on Hong Kong–Macao crossings, trimming family clearance times and easing congestion during holiday peaks. The policy benefits expatriate families and staff commuting within the Greater Bay Area.
Free shuttle buses from Hong Kong International Airport to Macao extended through 2026
Macao will keep running free shuttle buses from HKIA until end-2026, allowing overseas visitors to bypass Hong Kong immigration and reach Macao quickly via the sea bridge. The extension strengthens Hong Kong’s role as an international gateway and offers cost-savings for businesses routing staff to Macao events.
China’s immigration authority forecasts 14 % surge in Spring Festival travel, highlighting pressure on Hong Kong land ports
Beijing projects a 14 % year-on-year rise in cross-border traffic during the Spring Festival, with Luohu and Futian ports—directly linked to Hong Kong checkpoints—expected to see the heaviest flows. The data reinforce warnings of possible congestion and prompt contingency planning by Hong Kong businesses.