BEIJING, Sept. 12 (Xinhua) -- Citizens of Hong Kong and Macao and other overseas Chinese nationals with exit-entry permits will enjoy equally convenient services as mainland citizens using identity cards.

A group of Hong Kong secondary school students prepares for a study trip in the Chinese mainland. (Photo: Xinhua)

The National Immigration Administration has rolled out an identity verification platform, which helps mainland public service departments and institutions provide efficient services.

From October, overseas Chinese nationals will be able to enjoy 35 public services using exit-entry permits via the platform, covering fields of transportation, finance, education, communication, healthcare and accommodation.

This is the latest effort made by the administration to promote the reform of internet-based government affairs.