Shekou Cruise Center — Local services in Shenzhen

If you're looking for a hassle-free and efficient way to travel between Hong Kong and Shekou, the Shekou Cruise Center is an excellent option.

Unlike some other ports, this place is not as crowded and boasts a shorter waiting time for check-in and immigration clearance, making your travel experience smooth and efficient. You can even check in for your departing flights from Hong Kong International Airport directly, eliminating the need for a separate trip to the airport.

Ferry tickets are conveniently sold through vending machines that accept UnionPay credit cards, AliPay, and cash. If you are unsure on how to proceed, there are many staff members around the ticket machines (who speak fairly good English) who can assist you with your purchase.

There are also many food choices here, including a KFC along other local restaurant chains, and free public Wifi within the terminal building for you to stay connected. The toilets are also some of the cleanest toilets...

Very convenient transport option to HKIA where you only have to clear immigration once, and for participating airlines, your luggage will be tagged through.

There are Starbucks, Lawson, 7-11 at the cruise centre but all these are before security / immigration and thankfully they allow us to bring our coffee through security. The security staff even help to carry it to the other side and remind you to collect it (really...

Totally overlooked and underrated port of entry/exit. Rarely crowded, relatively fast immigration clearance and shortened travel time to/from HK and Shekou, Shenzhen.

Possible to check-in for flights departing from Hong Kong airport for a hassle free transfer. Not all airlines offer this option though (such...