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Heading North during holidays has become a major trend for Hongkongers. Want to avoid waiting for hours in suffocating crowds at Lo Wu, Lok Ma Chau, or Shenzhen Bay? Mastering "Real-Time Traffic Inquiries" is a must-have skill for every traveler. Key tools include the " HK Immigration Department App ," " Easy Boundary ," and the WeChat Mini Program " iPort ". Today, Kwiksure introduces these three essential tools to help you track waiting times and ensure a smooth journey between Hong Kong and Mainland China.

Heung Yuen Wai Port parking spaces are hard to come by. Even though there is a reservation system , it is often fully booked. As a result, many drivers choose to park at the outdoor car parks (vacant lots) next to Heung Yuen Wai Port. This time, Kwiksure shares information on how to get to the outdoor car parks at Heung Yuen Wai Port and their charges.

The new Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge is expected to be completed this month. Set to be the world’s longest sea bridge, it links Hong Kong, Zhuhai, and Macau via 55km of raised road and undersea tunnels. What would previously had been a three hour travel time will be cut to just 30 minutes, further connecting the cities in the Pearl River Delta without impacting the busy shipping lanes of the Lindingyang channel. While people temper their excitement for the opening of the new roadway, some might be asking: how will Hong Kong’s new bridge work with my car insurance? This week, Kwiksure examines how this new superstructure might affect car coverage.

The long awaited, yet regularly delayed Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge is supposedly set to open by the end of 2017. While this is certainly good news, there is one thing to think about: which side of the road the traffic will drive on. As this article in the HKFP discusses, it might be on the right. Due to this, there is a good chance that Hong Kong and Macau drivers will need to get used to driving on the other side of the road. To help, here are six tips you can employ when driving a right-hand (RHD) drive car on the right side of the road.

Since the introduction of the 'Hong Kong Vehicles Northbound' plan, the response has been very positive. The Hong Kong government has recently indicated that it is considering shortening the reservation period to facilitate travel between Hong Kong and Guangdong Province. At the same time, details of the 'Guangdong Vehicles Southbound' plan have been revealed. The plan will be implemented in two phases. Here’s a breakdown of the implementation schedule, application method, fees, and driving range for Guangdong vehicles entering Hong Kong:

Northbound Travel for Hong Kong Vehicles are becoming more and more popular and have become a holiday activity for many Hong Kong people. Accidents are unpredictable. If you unfortunately encounter a traffic accident while driving in the Mainland, what should you do? Is the basic compulsory traffic insurance sufficient to pay the compensation? This time, the experts from Kuai Er Bao will analyze with you the steps to deal with different situations when a car crash occurs in the Mainland, and also attach a guide to seeking medical treatment in the Mainland in case of emergency.

This year, the National Immigration Administration of China has extended the validity of the Home Return Permit until the end of the year. With the year-end and Lunar New Year being peak seasons for returning home or traveling to the mainland, the number of people renewing their Home Return Permits has surged. To avoid delays caused by an expired permit, it’s best to renew your Home Return Permit as soon as possible. This guide will explain the online booking process, application steps, fees, expedited service, and queue jumping options for renewing your Home Return Permit. In response to the pandemic and border closures over the past few years, the National Immigration Administration announced that from May 8, 2023, the validity of Home Return Permits with expiration dates from January 1, 2020, to December 30, 2023, would automatically be extended to December 31, 2023. This aims to prevent a rush of new permit applications immediately after reopening. As the expiration date approaches, the number of applications for permit renewal has increased. Currently, travel agencies no longer offer same-day service for processing; applicants must first complete an online application form and book an appointment for renewal.

Driving from Hong Kong to mainland China allows you to travel within Guangdong Province, but have you ever considered renting a car in mainland China to explore further? Renting a car gives you the freedom to travel beyond regional boundaries, with daily rental costs starting from just a few dozen yuan. With a wide variety of car models to choose from and the ability to complete the entire rental process through your mobile phone, Kwiksure is here to share with you the process, costs, required documents, and important considerations for Hongkongers renting cars in mainland China, along with recommendations for 5 car rental companies.

The Hong Kong Lou Ma Chau Checkpoint is connected to the Shenzhen Futian Checkpoint . Due to the railway connection from Hong Kong to the Lok Ma Chau Spur Line Control Point, travellers can easily reach the Futian District after crossing the border, making Lou Ma Chau a preferred crossing point for many Hong Kong residents heading north. Besides taking the train, there are also buses and minibuses that go directly to the Lou Ma Chau Checkpoint. This Kwiksure guide provides information on public transportation options to the Lou Ma Chau Checkpoint, including bus and minibus routes, as well as relevant fares and timetables.

The Heung Yuen Wai Control Point is located between Sha Tau Kok and Man Kam To. It allows direct access to Shenzhen's Liantang Port via the pedestrian bridge in the passenger terminal building. Its geographical location is quite convenient, attracting many Hong Kong people to use it. This time, Kuai Er Bao will share the public transportation options to Heung Yuen Wai Port, including bus and minibus routes, as well as the relevant fares and timetables.

It has become a habit for Hong Kong residents to travel north. However, due to habit, they neglect to check the information of their Home Return Permit , which results in forgetting the validity period of the Home Return Permit or even losing the Home Return Permit, causing inconvenience to the residents. A month ago, the Mainland's Exit and Immigration Administration announced that Hong Kong residents could apply for electronic temporary passes to facilitate their travel to the north. This time, Kuai Er Bao will share with you the application instructions, validity period and usage restrictions of the electronic temporary pass.

After the implementation of the northbound travel policy for Hong Kong vehicles, more Hong Kong people will go to the Greater Bay Area to explore great tourist destinations during holidays. It only takes about 3 hours to drive from Hong Kong to Guangzhou, which is convenient for a quick weekend trip. This time, Kuai Er Bao will introduce to you the popular attractions in Panyu, Guangzhou, so that you can have a great time whether you are traveling with friends or with your family.