A smartphone showing dual-network connectivity on the Shenzhen waterfront
01Practical guide

Phone Plans

One mobile plan for Hong Kong and Mainland China.

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HK + MAINLAND CHINA

One plan, both places.

If you do not want to manage a VPN, consider a Hong Kong and Mainland China mobile plan that works in both places. Depending on carrier routing, it can keep your data connection simpler while crossing the border.

Multi-line plans can bring the effective monthly cost to roughly RMB 100–400 per line when several numbers share one account and extra data is added.

  • Hong Kong and Mainland data
  • Shared family or business lines
  • Optional extra data
  • One account to manage
Prices, coverage, routing, and fair-use limits vary by provider. Confirm the current terms before signing a contract.
Example 5G Mainland and Hong Kong 100GB mobile service plan

CHINA UNICOM · 中国联通

Magic Cube National Edition 1.0

A flexible Mainland China plan with a low monthly minimum and usage-based data pricing. The supplied plan screen shows an effective date of July 1, 2026.

Monthly minimum
RMB 39
Domestic calls
RMB 0.10 / minute
First 20GB
RMB 1.50 / GB
20–50GB
RMB 1.20 / GB
Above 50GB
RMB 1.00 / GB
Domestic SMS
RMB 0.10 / message
This is a Mainland plan and is separate from the Hong Kong and Mainland option above. Confirm eligibility, contract terms, roaming, and current rates with a China Unicom shop or customer service at 10010.
China Unicom Magic Cube National Edition 1.0 plan showing monthly and usage rates
Electric cars on a modern Shenzhen road near an ETC toll area
02Practical guide

Driving in Shenzhen

Licensing, electric cars, and the systems that make driving easier.

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A traffic officer displaying a digital Chinese driving license
01

Getting a Chinese License

A dark green AITO M9 sport utility vehicle
02

AITO M9

A dark Tesla Model Y viewed from the rear side
03

Tesla Model Y

Cars approaching ETC toll lanes in China
04

ETC

Tools and household items representing practical local services
03Practical guide

Local Services

Practical help for maintaining your car, home, and routine.

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Car Repair

02

Spa

03

Manicure & Pedicure

04

Dry Cleaning

05

Maid Services

06

Utilities Handyman

Train, ferry, and Hong Kong skyline representing cross-border travel
04Practical guide

Hong Kong Visits

The main ways to cross the border and move around Hong Kong.

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e-Pass

02

MTR

03

High-Speed Train

04

Ferry

Visa application documents on a desk overlooking the Shenzhen skyline
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Visa Types

Visa routes, documents, renewals, and practical preparation.

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Work Visa

02

Family Visa

03

Work & Study

Students walking through a green international school campus in Shenzhen
06Practical guide

Schools

School options and admissions planning for families in Shenzhen.

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SIS

02

QSI

03

SAIS

04

BASIS

05

SWIS