FAQs

• Q:Where is Hengqin?

  01 21, 2015Hengqin is a 106.46-square-kilometer coastal island tucked into the southern corner of the city of Zhuhai in south China's Guangdong Province.

• Q:Is there an international airport on the island?

  01 18, 2015A: There are international airports in Hong Kong, Macao, Guangzhou, Shenzhen and Zhuhai, all of which are adjacent to Hengqin.

• Q:Is there anything fun to do in Hengqin?

  01 18, 2015A: There are many fun places in Hengqin, such as the Hengqin Ocean Kingdom, which is the world’s largest aquarium.

• Q:Are there any casinos in Hengqin? How far is the island to Macao?

  01 18, 2015A: Gambling is not permitted on the Chinese mainland, Hengqin included. The island is a stone’s throw away from Macao. You can stay in Hengqin, where there are hotels at all levels, and enjoy yourself in Macao.

• Q:What are the operating hours of the customs in Hengqin? Can I get back late at night from Macao?

  01 18, 2015A: Hengqin port is open 24 hours a day. You can get back from Macao any time you wish.

• Q:Can I live in Hengqin when working there?

  01 18, 2015A: Yes. There is a community oriented to foreigners quite close to the business zone in the north of Dahengqin island.

• Q:Are there any preferential policies for companies based in Hengqin?

  01 18, 2015A: Companies meeting our requirements enjoy a 15 percent reduction in business income tax.

• Q:Do you accept foreign investment in the environmental protection field?

  01 18, 2015A: Yes. Your investment is welcomed. According to the Hengqin Overall Development Plan, we will promote energy saving and the environmental protection industry, especially manufacturing of wind power, solar power and environmental protection equipment.

• Q:Do you have any plans to develop the IT industry?

  01 18, 2015A: Yes, according to the Hengqin Overall Development Plan, we will build technology hubs and business incubators for all kinds of IT companies, especially software and IC design companies.

• Q:How is a foreign-funded company set up in Hengqin?

  01 18, 2015A: Please take all registration forms and relevant documents to the desk of the Industry Development Bureau in the Hengqin Administration Hall.