What's the matter with this type of Hong Kong and Macao pass? Is it true that this type of Hong Kong and Macao pass is about to be invalid? Many friends don't know. Let's take a look.
What's the matter with this type of Hong Kong and Macao pass about to expire
On May 5, the State Administration of immigration issued a warm reminder that the current pass for Hong Kong and Macao will be invalid on September 13, 2019.
To travel between Hong Kong and Macao, you need not only to hold a valid pass to and from Hong Kong and Macao, but also to get a valid endorsement to go to Hong Kong and Macao.
When handling the endorsement, it is necessary to ensure that the remaining validity period of the Hong Kong Macao pass is longer than that of the required endorsement. According to the minimum period of validity of the endorsement to and from Hong Kong and Macao, it is not convenient to apply for a new endorsement if you hold this type of pass to and from Hong Kong and Macao in the near future.
This type of Hong Kong Macao pass, which has been endorsed, can still be used during the period of validity. If the holder has not yet completed the endorsement for going to Hong Kong or Macao, but has travel needs, it is recommended to apply for the card type E-PASS for Hong Kong and Macao in advance.
Mainland residents can apply for card type E-PASS for Hong Kong and Macao
Since April 1 this year, the State Administration of immigration has launched the policy of "nationwide access to exit and entry documents", which makes it more convenient for mainland residents to apply for card type E-PASS to Hong Kong and Macao and for group travel endorsement.
Mainland residents can apply at any entry and exit administration window in the country. It is advisable to apply for group travel endorsement to Hong Kong and Macao at self-service endorsement machine with card type certificates.
The valid period of the pass to and from Hong Kong and Macao can be divided into 5 years and 10 years: the pass valid for 5 years is issued to the residents under 16 years old; the pass valid for 10 years is issued to the residents over 16 years old.
The National Immigration administration service platform was launched in April 1, 2019. The government service platform includes service website, Immigration Bureau APP, WeChat and Alipay applet.
Applicants can make an appointment at any time through the government service platform to apply for Hong Kong Macao pass and endorsement, fill in the application form online, and make an appointment for the processing time and place. Then submit the application materials to the acceptance hall according to the appointment time to complete the fingerprint collection, photography, payment and other procedures.