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Six more e-channels came into operation at the departure hall of Macau Ferry Terminal control point today (November 30), following the rollout of e-channels at the terminal starting in May. Twelve e-channels are now open to the public at the departure hall from 7.30am to midnight daily. Six others are at the arrival hall offering service to the public from 7.30am to 2am daily. Hong Kong permanent residents (aged 11 or above) holding smart identity cards may use the e-channels to perform self-service clearance.
The Immigration Department has invited travellers to make use of the 60 e-channels installed at Hung Hom, Lo Wu, China Ferry Terminal and Macau Ferry Terminal control points.
A spokesman for the department reminded people that passengers with finger skin too dry or wet or unclean would encounter difficulties with fingerprint verification. To avoid delay, they should moisten, wipe or clean their fingers before entering e-channels.
Ends/Wednesday, November 30, 2005
Issued at HKT 10:01
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