Nationals of most countries are allowed to stay for
periods varying from seven days to 180 days without obtaining visa. For
latest status you must contact a Chinese embassy or consulate. Tourists
visiting Hong Kong must hold a passport that is valid for at least six
months after their planned departure.
Speedy Provisions for Frequent Visitors
Two special passes are available to enable speedier processing via
designated immigration channels. These passes are given to frequent
visitors.
HKSAR Travel Pass (TP)
HKSAR Travel Pass (TP) is issued to frequent business travellers
holding valid passports. Persons holding this pass can come to Hong Kong
Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) without a visa or entry permit.
Travel Pass Holders are eligible to use Hong Kong resident counters for
simplified immigration clearance procedures. Visit Immigration
Department's website for downloading application form.
Requirements for HKSAR Travel Pass are:
They should hold valid passports
They must have genuine needs to visit the HKSAR frequently.
They have come for trouble-free visits on 3 or more occasions in the
12-month period immediately preceding the application (other than return
from side trips to the Mainland of China or the region of Macau).
They should satisfy the Director of Immigration that HKSAR would
benefit from their visits.
Frequent Visitor Card (FVC)
This card is issued to visitors who have passed through Hong Kong
International Airport at least three times in the previous 12-month
period. Their holding valid passports is mandatory. One can use these
passes only at the airports. Visit Immigration Department's website for
downloading application form and details.
Visas for Mainland China
One can obtain visa for Chinese mainland in Hong Kong. You would be
required one photo and the process usually takes three working days.
Customs Clearance
Customs Clearance is mandatory for any tourist to Hong Kong. They are
required to declare dutiable commodities exceeding duty-free quotas. You
can look for a list of dutiable commodities and latest duty-free
concessions on the official website. Laws govern the import/export of
dangerous drugs, arms, animals, plants, endangered species, meat and
poultry.
