Hong Kong Visa Guide
Hong Kong operates a different visa policy from mainland China, offering visa-free entry to many nationalities and visa/entry permits for others. A Chinese visa is not valid for visiting Hong Kong.
Key Features
- Visa-Free Access: Available for 170 countries/territories
- Duration of Stay: Varies from 7 to 180 days depending on nationality
- Main Types: Visit, Employment, Study, and Residence visas
- Pre-arrival Registration: Required for some nationalities (e.g., India)
Visa-Free Entry Eligibility
Document Holders
- Hong Kong Permanent Identity Card
- Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Passport
- British National (Overseas) Passport
- Other valid Hong Kong travel documents
Common Visa-Free Periods
- 180 days: British Citizens
- 90 days: USA, Canada, Australia, France, Germany, Japan
- 30 days: Thailand, Indonesia, Qatar
- 14 days: Philippines, Bhutan, Haiti
Basic Requirements (If Visa Needed)
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Passport Requirements
- Valid for at least 6 months
- Blank visa pages available
- Passport copy with personal information
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Application Materials
- Completed visa application forms (ID 1003A & 1003B)
- Recent photos
- Travel itinerary and hotel bookings
- Supporting documents based on visit purpose
❗❗❗ Important Notes:
- Chinese visa is not valid for Hong Kong entry
- Pre-arrival registration required for some nationalities
- Different application processes for different regions