Shenzhen citizens will now be limited to travelling to Hong Kong once a week, at most. In the past they were free to come and go as the pleased, but due to recent requests from the government of Hong Kong, the Central Government has taken measures to their travel. The policy was made in an effort to relieve stress at border crossings and tourist facilities across Hong Kong, which have been overburdened by the increase in mainland tourists in recent years. Citizens with special family or business situations will still be allowed to apply for multiple entry passes.

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