Greater Bay Area visa & entry checker

The GBA spans three separate jurisdictions โ€” mainland China (Shenzhen, Guangzhou), Hong Kong SAR, and Macau SAR โ€” each with its own entry rules. Select your nationality to see what applies to you.

How GBA entry works

  • Mainland China (Shenzhen, Guangzhou): 55 nationalities qualify for 240-hour (10-day) visa-free transit. Shenzhen SEZ visa-on-arrival (5 days, CNY 168โ€“956) available at Lo Wu, Huanggang, Shekou. Others need a standard L-visa from a Chinese consulate.
  • Hong Kong SAR: ~170 nationalities enter visa-free (90โ€“180 days). Independent from mainland entry โ€” crossing the border resets your status.
  • Macau SAR: 79+ nationalities visa-free for 30โ€“90 days. Visa-on-arrival available at Macau airport (MOP 200 single).
  • Always verify current rules with the China NIA, HK Immigration, and Macau DSAEJ before travel.