Can I go to Macau without a Hong Kong and Macau pass?

No.

1. The Importance of the Hong Kong and Macau Permit

The Hong Kong and Macau Permit is a necessary document for mainland residents to travel to Hong Kong or Macau. It is issued by the Exit-Entry Administration Bureau of the Ministry of Public Security to mainland residents traveling to Hong Kong for private purposes. Or travel documents for non-official activities such as traveling, visiting relatives, engaging in business, training, employment, studying abroad, etc. in Macao. Holding a valid Hong Kong and Macao permit and endorsement is a prerequisite for legally entering Hong Kong or Macao.

2. Procedures for applying for a Hong Kong and Macau pass

To travel to Macau, you first need to apply for a Hong Kong and Macao pass. To apply for a Hong Kong and Macao pass, you need to prepare relevant materials, such as ID card, recent bare-headed color photo, etc., and apply in accordance with the requirements of the exit and entry management department of the public security organ. The application process may require interviews, fingerprint collection and other procedures. It takes a certain amount of time to apply for a Hong Kong and Macau pass, so it is recommended to plan your trip in advance to ensure that you can obtain valid documents before departure.

3. Consequences of illegal entry

If you try to enter Macau without a Hong Kong and Macau permit, it will be regarded as illegal entry. Illegal entry may not only result in being refused entry and deportation, but may also face legal liability and penalties. In addition, illegal entry may also affect future entry and exit records and credibility, causing inconvenience to future travel and life.

In summary:

You cannot go to Macau without a Hong Kong and Macau permit. In order to protect your legitimate rights and interests and avoid unnecessary trouble, it is recommended that you be sure to apply for a valid Hong Kong and Macau pass and endorsement before traveling to Macau. At the same time, we must also abide by relevant laws and regulations to avoid illegal entry and other illegal activities.

Legal basis:

"Exit and Entry Administration Law of the People's Republic of China"

Article 9:

China When citizens leave or enter the country, they must apply for a passport or other travel documents in accordance with the law.

Chinese citizens traveling to other countries or regions also need to obtain a visa or other entry permit for the country of destination. However, this does not apply unless the Chinese government has signed a mutual visa exemption agreement with the governments of other countries or if the Ministry of Public Security or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs provides otherwise.

Chinese citizens who enter or exit the country as seafarers or work on foreign ships must apply for a seafarer's certificate in accordance with the law.

"Administrative Measures for Chinese Citizens Traveling Between the Mainland and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region or the Macao Special Administrative Region"

Article 10 stipulates:

Mainland citizens traveling to the Hong Kong and Macao Special Administrative Regions For non-official activities such as settling down, visiting relatives, visiting friends, traveling, receiving training, engaging in business, etc., applications must be made to the city or county public security entry and exit management department where the registered permanent residence is located. Travel with a pass to Hong Kong and Macau issued by the Public Security Exit and Entry Administration Department.