Shenzhen residents flock to apply for multiple-entry visas to Hong Kong on reopening day

Shenzhen residents showed strong interest in applying for multiple-entry visas to Hong Kong on the first day of the program's reopening. The new visas allow unlimited visits within a year, with each stay limited to seven days. The finance chief is optimistic that the policy will boost local tourism and retail. However, some industry representatives doubt immediate benefits due to changing travel habits among mainland visitors. Many applicants were seen at a self-service center in Futian district. A retiree expressed excitement about visiting Hong Kong more often, while a young financial worker noted the low cost and quick process for obtaining the visa.