​     The Immigration Department (ImmD) announced today (June 25) that, with effect from tomorrow (June 26), the Automated Immigration Clearance (e-Channel) Service will be extended to holders of the People's Republic of China (PRC) passport fulfilling the following criteria:
 

1. aged 11 or above;
2. holding a valid PRC electronic ordinary passport; and
3. in transit through Hong Kong to and from another country or territory.

​     Eligible PRC passport holders can use the e-Channel service when entering Hong Kong without prior enrolment for e-Channel service via face recognition technology. The new arrangement does not apply to PRC passport holders entering Hong Kong on the strength of 'Entry Permit for Hong Kong' issued by the overseas Chinese Diplomatic and Consular Missions. They will continue to complete arrival clearance at immigration counters.

​     The ImmD has always been committed to serving the public and striving for innovation by enhancing the clearance efficiency of the e-Channels and expanding the service target group so that more visitors can use the e-Channels for self-service immigration clearance, thereby providing them with a more convenient and efficient immigration experience.

​     For details of the e-Channel service available to PRC passport holders, please visit the ImmD website (www.immd.gov.hk/eng/services/echannel_visitors.html#prc).

Ends/Wednesday, June 25, 2025
Issued at HKT 12:58

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