海南自贸港磁吸效应凸显 “丝滑”入境再升级为封关后客流增长注入强劲动力

Core Viewpoint - Hainan Free Trade Port is set to commence full island closure operations on December 18, with various preparations nearing completion. A series of optimal visa-free and facilitation policies will be implemented starting July 2025 to support this initiative, expanding visa-free access to 86 countries and diversifying entry reasons beyond tourism to include trade, medical, and exhibition purposes [1][3]. Group 1 - The new policies include 144-hour visa-free entry for foreign tourist groups from Hong Kong and Macau, 15-day visa-free entry for foreign cruise groups, and 240-hour transit visa-free policies, catering to different entry needs [3]. - As of December 12, 2025, Hainan has recorded 2.47 million inbound travelers, with 548,000 foreign visitors entering visa-free, accounting for 89.6% of total foreign arrivals, marking a 25% increase from the historical peak [8]. - The expansion of international routes has led to the opening of 85 international flight routes, enhancing the attractiveness of Hainan as a travel destination [8]. Group 2 - The implementation of these measures has resulted in improved entry experiences, as evidenced by a visitor from Australia who completed the entry process in just 15 minutes, expressing excitement about her trip [4][6]. - The local authorities have introduced various measures to enhance the efficiency of customs checks, including the addition of 17 inspection channels and 55 specialized devices at the airport, which have improved both capacity and efficiency [7][10]. - Post-closure operations will feature a range of entry conveniences, including on-site visa issuance for non-visa-free countries and expedited processing for team travelers, significantly reducing time costs for businesses and groups [8][10].