Cross-boundary medical integration between Hong Kong and Shenzhen, Guangdong province, has deepened with the launch of a direct shuttle bus route linking Futian Port and the University of Hong Kong-Shenzhen Hospital on Jan 5, improving access for patients visiting the regional medical hub.
On December 17, 2024, the National Immigration Administration (NIA) announced that it would fully relax and optimize the visa-free transit policy for foreign nationals.
Foreigners who pay a short-term visit to their family members, who are Chinese citizens or foreigners with permanent residence status and residing in Guangdong.
Foreign nationals serving as train attendants, air crew members, international ship crew members, drivers involved in international road transportation, etc.
