600 Guangdong drivers enter Hong Kong as thousands apply for new scheme
Transport minister Mable Chan says government has received 3,000 applications for the scheme so far, with 1,700 motorists already booking trips
“During the Lunar New Year period, it is a long holiday on the mainland, so we found the number of applications very positive, which matches our expectations,” she said. “We are very happy to see the scheme doing well in its initial stage.”
She added that the government would first consolidate the foundation of the scheme before reviewing the quota, which is currently set at 100 vehicles per day.
Launched in late December last year, the Southbound Travel for Guangdong Vehicles (Entry into Urban Area) scheme allows approved private cars from the neighbouring province to enter Hong Kong directly via the Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macau Bridge.
Under the scheme, motorists can stay for up to three days.