Shenzhen Bao’an Airport (SZX) 15-Minute Temporary Driving Permit
Arriving at Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport (SZX) or entering Shenzhen from Hong Kong? The Vehicle Management Airport Service Point on the 2nd Floor of the SZX Ground Transportation Center (GTC) issues 15-minute C1/C2 Temporary Driving Permits with zero exam.
Ground Transportation Center (GTC) 2nd Floor, Central Service Hall (Gate 15/16)
SZX P1 / P2 / P3 Parking Garages connected directly to the GTC 2nd Floor walkway.
30-Day Visa-Free, 240h Transit, Port Visa & L/M Visas
深圳宝安国际机场 GTC 二楼车管服务点（交警便民站）
Ground Transportation Center (GTC) 2nd Floor, Central Service Hall (Gate 15/16)
深圳宝安机场 T3 航站楼综合交通中心（GTC）二楼中央警务/交管便民服务点
Eligible Entries: 30-Day Visa-Free, 240h Transit, Port Visa & L/M Visas
📞 Airport Station Hotline: +86-755-8333-3333 / +86-755-12123
3-Step Arrival Walkthrough at Shenzhen Bao’an (SZX)
Walk Straight from SZX Arrivals into the GTC 2nd Floor Hall
After clearing customs at Shenzhen Bao’an Terminal 3 (T3), follow the main pedestrian flow straight into the Ground Transportation Center (GTC 地面交通中心) on the 2nd Floor. The Traffic Police & Vehicle Management Service Point sits in the central public service zone.
If you entered Shenzhen via the Shenzhen Bay Port (深圳湾口岸) or High-Speed Rail from Hong Kong West Kowloon, you can either take Metro Line 11 to SZX Airport GTC or book a visit to Xili Main DMV (南山区龙井路128号).
Where to Pick Up Your Rental Car at Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport
| Rental Agency | Exact Terminal Pickup Bay | Foreign Payment & Deposit | Popular EV & SUV Fleet | Local Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trip.com Shenzhen Airport Car Hire (宝安机场GTC租车) | GTC P3 Parking Zone / P1-P2 Rental Bays | Yes — Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay & Alipay | BYD Seal / Atto 3 (粤B Green Plate), Tesla Model 3, Toyota Camry | Guaranteed local Shenzhen `粤B` plates; easy pickup right off the GTC walkway. |
| eHi Car Services (一嗨租车深圳宝安机场店) | P3 Car Rental Center (Follow GTC Signs) | Yes — Foreign Passport + Temporary Permit | XPeng P7i, Zeekr 001, Buick GL8 MPV | Supports one-way drop-off in Guangzhou, Zhuhai, or Futian High-Speed Rail Station. |
| CAR Inc. / Zuche (神州租车深圳机场网点) | GTC P3 Designated Self-Drive Area | Alipay / WeChat Pay / UnionPay | BYD Song Plus DM-i, Nissan Sylphy, Li Auto L7 | 24-hour self-service app unlock and return. |
Driving Out of Shenzhen Airport (SZX): Shenzhong Link & GBA Traffic Rules
Shenzhen Bao’an Airport sits directly on the Pearl River Estuary, connecting Nanshan Tech Park, Hong Kong border ports, and the new Shenzhong Sea-Crossing Link.
Drive the 24 km Shenzhong Sea-Crossing Link (深中通道) Right From SZX!
Opened in 2024, the Shenzhong Link starts right at the Shenzhen Airport Interchange! You can drive from SZX across the subsea tunnel and suspension bridge to Zhongshan, Zhuhai, and Kaiping Diaolou watchtowers in 30 minutes.
Non-`粤B` Plates Face Weekday Peak-Hour Bans (限外令) in Shenzhen
Vehicles without a local Shenzhen `粤B` license plate cannot drive in Shenzhen during weekday morning and evening rush hours. Always confirm your SZX rental car carries a `粤B` plate.
Rear-Seat Seatbelts & Weekend Dameisha Beach Reservations
All passengers in the rear seats must wear seatbelts in Shenzhen (enforced by overhead AI cameras). If driving east to Dameisha or Dapeng Peninsula beaches on weekends between May and October, book a free road pass on "深圳交警" WeChat.
Frequently Asked Questions — Shenzhen Bao’an (SZX)
I am crossing into Shenzhen overland from Hong Kong (via Lo Wu, Lok Ma Chau, or West Kowloon Train). Can I still go to SZX Airport for the 15-min permit?
Yes! From Futian or Shenzhen North Station, Metro Line 11 (Express Airport Line) takes you straight into the Shenzhen Bao’an Airport GTC in 30 minutes where you can get the 15-minute Temporary Driving Permit and pick up a rental car.
Can I drive my Shenzhen rental car across the border into Hong Kong or Macau?
No. Driving across the Mainland–Hong Kong or Mainland–Macau boundary requires special dual-plate cross-border commercial quotas (粤Z plates). Standard Mainland rental cars (`粤B`) can be driven anywhere in Guangdong and Mainland China, or parked at the Shenzhen Bay / Zhuhai Hengqin border port.
Is the SZX GTC counter open on Sundays?
The SZX GTC counter primarily operates Monday through Saturday from 09:00 to 17:00. If arriving late Sunday, pick up your permit Monday morning at GTC or Xili Main DMV.
Do I need to pass the 100-question computer test for a Temporary Driving Permit in Shenzhen?
Zero exams! The 100-question Subject 1 test is only required if you are applying for a 6-year permanent Chinese driver’s license at Xili DMV. Temporary permits up to 90 days are 100% exam-free.