The reporter learned from Zhuhai Border Inspection Station Hengqin Border Inspection Station that during the Spring Festival holiday in 2026 (February 15-23), the passenger flow at Hengqin Port will experience a significant increase, with an expected daily average of about 100000 people, a year-on-year increase of 22% compared to last year's Spring Festival holiday. The highest daily passenger flow is expected to exceed 130000 people. As the Spring Festival holiday approaches, the festive atmosphere between Qinhuangdao and Macau is becoming increasingly strong. Many tourists have already planned their travel in advance, traveling between the two places for sightseeing, purchasing New Year's goods, and visiting relatives and friends. According to the prediction of Hengqin Border Inspection Station, the passenger flow at Hengqin Port will continue to operate at a high level during this year's Spring Festival holiday. The peak passenger flow will be concentrated on the third, fourth, and fifth day of the Lunar New Year, with the expected passenger flow exceeding 130000 on the third and fourth day. At that time, the passenger flow of Qin'ao commuters, mainland outbound tourists, and returning inbound tourists will overlap, and the port clearance will face a concentrated passenger flow test. At the same time, the temporal characteristics of passenger flow at the port are significant. The peak of outbound passenger flow mainly occurs from 9:00 to 14:00 every day, while the peak of inbound passenger flow is concentrated from 16:00 to 22:00. In addition, tourists who are interested in visiting Qin'ao in depth can also apply for a "Qin'ao Tourism" visa. With this visa, they can enter and exit the country multiple times through the Hengqin Port in a "group in and group out" manner within 7 days, enjoying the convenience of cross-border tourism in Qin'ao. In order to actively cope with the large passenger flow during the Spring Festival holiday and fully ensure smooth and orderly customs clearance at the port, the relevant person in charge of Hengqin Border Inspection Station stated that the port will study the passenger flow pattern in advance, scientifically allocate police forces, dynamically adjust services, and open full inspection channels in advance according to changes in passenger flow. At the same time, the on-site customs clearance guidance at the port will be strengthened, and more staff will be dispatched to provide consultation and assistance services, fully improving the efficiency of port clearance and creating a safe, convenient, and orderly customs clearance environment for passengers. At the same time, Hengqin Border Inspection Station reminds all inbound and outbound passengers to bring their valid entry and exit documents before travel, plan their travel time in advance, and clear customs during peak hours; Pay attention to customs clearance information at the port in a timely manner, and take good care of the elderly, children, and personal belongings on site. If you encounter difficulties during the clearance process, you can contact on-site staff for help in a timely manner. (New Society)