Visa and Travel

Immigration and Travel

Hong Kong is a key aviation hub with connections to major cities throughout the world. Nationals of most countries do not require a visa to enter Hong Kong for tourism and can stay for periods varying from seven to 180 days, depending on nationality. If you’re unsure of your status, please check with any Chinese embassy or consulate.

 

Visa

Before travel to Hong Kong, please check whether you need a visa or entry permit to enter Hong Kong for a visit or transit. Please check the below links for information.​

More than 100 countries and territories have representative offices in Hong Kong. Their contact details are listed here. You can also find further details about visa requirements on the Immigration Department website.​

 

Travel in Hong Kong​

If you’re trying to get an overview of Hong Kong, you may visit the below e-guidebooks link to provide an insight into everything from award-winning Chinese dishes and other culinary treasures to some of the best hiking trails around town for your information.​

Attractions

Weather

Hong Kong’s weather is pleasant most of the time and doesn’t experience extremes, as its sub-tropical. It does get quite humid in summer and cool in winter, so pack accordingly for those swings.

  • Winter in Hong Kong (December to February)
    Cool, dry and cloudy, with occasional cold fronts.  The temperature can occasionally drop below 10°C in urban areas.
  • What to pack?
    Pack warm garments such as wool sweaters and coats. Bring along a few pieces of thermal wear for extra layers if needed. There’s generally no need to worry about dress codes unless you are planning to visit up-market restaurants and bars in the city, which normally do not admit flip-flops and shorts.  We advise you to check ahead for dress codes required by the establishments you are planning to visit.

Things to Know

  • Electricity & Voltage
    The standard electrical voltage in Hong Kong is 220 volts AC, 50Hz. Most hotel bathrooms also have outlets for 100 volts, but if not, you will need a transformer for any appliance or electrical equipment. The majority of electrical outlets in Hong Kong take a three-pronged UK-style plug.

  • Currency & e-payment
    The legal tender in Hong Kong is the Hong Kong dollar (HKD), which is pegged to the US dollar at a rate of about 7.80 HKD to 1 USD, although exchange rates may fluctuate slightly.