Hong Kong vehicle northbound scheme extended to 2031

The “Northbound Travel for Hong Kong Vehicles” scheme is extended for another five years, until June 1, 2031, Guangdong's provincial government announced May 30.

The policy, which first took effect in June 2023, allows eligible Hong Kong car owners to drive into Guangdong via the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge, effective from July 1, 2023.

A similar “Northbound Travel for Macao Vehicles” scheme was extended in December last year and will expire Dec. 20, 2030.

According to the Nanfang Daily, since both policies took effect, the number of Hong Kong and Macao travelers passing through the bridge has increased at an average rate of 34% annually, reaching nearly 18 million in 2025. Border inspection authorities expect the figure to exceed 20 million in 2026.

To apply for cross-border vehicle travel among Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macao via the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge, visit the following websites:

· Northbound travel for Hong Kong vehicles: https://www.hzmbqfs.gov.hk/en/ 

· Northbound travel for Macao vehicles: https://macaoapply.singlewindow.gd.cn/ 

· Hong Kong-bound travel for Guangdong vehicles: https://ycnx.singlewindow.gd.cn/ 

For Hong Kong vehicles applying for Shenzhen Bay Ad Hoc Quotas for Cross Boundary Private Cars, visit: https://www.gov.hk/en/residents/transport/crossboundary/ahquota.htm