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Travel to Hong Kong Is Back — Here's What It's Like to Visit and What to See and Do

After three years of near-total closure, Hong Kong is finally back on the tourist map. One travel reporter returns to the city to determine what’s changed — and what’s better than ever.

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It seemed almost too good to be true. After 34 months of hard quarantine rules and ever-shifting regulations that scared off all but the most determined travelers, Hong Kong announced in late 2022 that it would drop almost all COVID-19 restrictions. These days, only a self-administered rapid test is required of visitors coming from the U.S.

I jumped at the chance to be one of the first Americans to enter under the newly relaxed rules. Though I hadn’t been to Hong Kong since May 2019, this would be my 12th visit to the city — a place that my parents once called home. Much has changed, as a result of both the pandemic and recent political turmoil, including protests against government curbs on freedom of expression. Yet I still found much to enjoy, not least Hong Kong’s blend of Chinese and international cultural influences — a mix that, as a Chinese American, resonates particularly strongly for me.

“Now more than ever, we want to remind travelers what there is to love about our city — its rich and layered culture, its historic-meets-contemporary atmosphere,” says Hugo Montanari, managing director of the Rosewood Hong Kong .

Here’s how to make the most of a trip, whether it’s your first, or just your first in a while.

What’s New Around Town

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Despite the difficulties of the past few years, Hong Kong has undergone a museum renaissance, particularly in the West Kowloon Cultural District, which sprawls along reclaimed land lining Victoria Harbour. The centerpiece is M+ , a self-described “global museum of visual culture,” which opened in November 2021. During my visit, I was impressed by several exhibits, including the permanent installation Conserving Neon Culture, which celebrates the electric signs that have illuminated Hong Kong for decades. Though a Yayoi Kusama show closed in mid-May, other intriguing options, like a survey of contemporary Chinese art, will run through the summer.

Meanwhile, the Peak Tram , a Hong Kong classic since it opened in 1888, has gotten a glow-up. In August 2022, new (if retro-looking) carriages increased capacity on the line by 75 percent and are wheelchair accessible. Unchanged is the lovely journey from Central to the top of Victoria Peak, where visitors can soak in sweeping views of the Hong Kong skyline.

Where to Stay Now

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For much of the past three years, Hong Kong’s legendary hotels have hosted local staycationers rather than overseas visitors — but they’ve also taken time to rebuild and refresh. Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong , for example, redesigned its 399 rooms and suites and opened Argo, an ambitious art deco–ish bar with skyline views that went straight onto the 2022 World’s 50 Best list. “We have full confidence that Hong Kong is back on the global stage,” says hotel general manager Christian Poda.

Other big names, such as Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong and Regent Hong Kong, which was formerly the InterContinental, have also gone through major renovations. For its part, The Peninsula Hong Kong has introduced wellness programs, including classes and mindfulness retreats.

New properties on the scene include The St. Regis Hong Kong , which was Marriott’s 7,000th hotel when it opened in 2019. The Fullerton Ocean Park Hotel Hong Kong is the brand’s first in the city — and its first-ever resort-style property, with a spa, a massive pool, and a water park.

Montanari, the Rosewood GM, is meanwhile eager to show off his hotel, which occupies 25 floors of a 65-story Kowloon tower overlooking the harbor. Though the property opened in 2019, this year will be the first opportunity many international guests will have to see it. “We expect a resurgence of international business and leisure travel,” the hotelier tells T+L. “And we’re looking forward to the return of cultural events such as Art Basel.”

The Scoop on Dining

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In addition to easing entry requirements, authorities in Hong Kong have eliminated the curfews and mask mandates that had kept a tight lid on dining out. “There’s an optimism in the air,” says Elliot Faber, a restaurateur who has lived in Hong Kong for more than a decade. “Now is a great time to visit, because you can feel the energy — but it’s not impossible to get a seat,” adds Faber, who’s part of the team at Sake Central. “I see things improving for the first time in a long time.”

Getting There Made Easier

In March, United Airlines resumed its daily nonstops from San Francisco, on Boeing 777s outfitted with 60 Polaris business-class seats. At the same time, Cathay Pacific continues to increase service between the city and the U.S., with capacity expected to return to pre-pandemic levels by 2024. The carrier is also one of four working with the Hong Kong Tourism Board to give away 500,000 free flights to the city , including some seats reserved for North Americans. Sadly for those who didn’t jump at the offer, the free seats have already been snapped up, Cathay Pacific says, “due to popular demand.”

A version of this story first appeared in the May 2023 issue of Travel + Leisure under the headline "Electric Once More.”

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Travelling to Hong Kong? Here's what you need to know

A guide to help you prepare for your entry into the city

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International travellers are free to come to Hong Kong, and there are no more restrictions upon arrival.  If you have some enquiries about travelling to the city, we've compiled a guide to help you with everything you need to know when entering Hong Kong, from things to prepare before arriving at Hong Kong International Airport to all the steps you must take as soon as you land.  

RECOMMENDED:  Keep updated with the  latest Covid-19 measures in the city . 

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Who can visit Hong Kong now?

Who can visit Hong Kong now?

Hong Kong has already dropped the vaccination requirement for Hongkongers and international arrivals. Unvaccinated residents and non-residents will be able to enter the city without restriction .  

What are the requirements to enter Hong Kong?

With Covid-19 measures now eased in Hong Kong, including arrival restrictions, international travellers looking to explore the city are now free to enter. Of course, if your country requires a visa to visit Hong Kong,  please obtain one before your trip . 

Negative RAT or RT-PCR test results before boarding are no longer required . 

Will they allow entry if my visa is expiring?

If you're not a permanent Hong Kong resident and travelling under a work or tourist visa, ensure your visa has a sufficient validity period, or you will be denied entry. 

The Immigration Department (ImmD) provides electronic services for visa application and 'e-Visa' arrangements , allowing applicants to complete the entire process without going to the immigration office in person. Suppose your visa is under renewal and is getting delayed. It is best to send an authorised representative to the ImmD office to fix your reentry as emails and phone calls will take a long time. 

Visit this link to see ImmD online services for acquiring Hong Kong visas. 

Can arrivals move freely around the city?

Yes, Covid-19 regulations have already eased in Hong Kong. You can freely  explore all the incredible things to do in the city . Mask-wearing mandate, the last major rule to fight against Covid-19, has been lifted since March 1. 

For more clarity,  here's our guide on everything you need to know  about Hong Kong's current Covid-19 restrictions. 

Do I still need to take Covid-19 tests?

Do I still need to take Covid-19 tests?

You don't need to present negative Covid-19 results when you arrive at the Hong Kong airport, but the government recommends taking daily RAT until the fifth day of arrival (arrival date count as Day 0). Those who take the test may voluntarily declare the result  via the Department of Health's Electronic Covid-19 Monitoring & Surveillance System (eCMSS) .  

Ok, so you finally booked your flight, what to do next?

Ok, so you finally booked your flight, what to do next?

To ensure a smooth and efficient arrival, prepare all your travel documents, including visa for non-Hong Kong residents. 

What time should I go to the airport for departure? 

Delays, cancellations, and a whole lot of waiting may happen before departure, so make sure to be at the airport at least three hours before your flight. Account for extra time if you encounter any problems with airline check-in. 

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Arrival at Hong Kong International Airport

Yes, you're finally in Hong Kong, but not just yet. You still have a few more steps to finish before entering. Though the new system significantly cuts the waiting time in the airport, the influx of inbound travellers may affect processing time.

After landing, all inbound persons will pass through temperature checks upon arrival. Those with symptoms will be referred to the Department of Health for further handling. If you're cleared, you can proceed with immigration procedures, baggage collection, and continue taking public transportation to your hotel or home.

What are the options for airport transfers?

Travellers arriving in the city can take public transport to their destination. Those who want a limousine service can contact their hotels for arrangements.  One of the fastest ways to travel from the Airport to the city is through Airport Express.

Find more information  here . 

What if I tested positive for Covid-19?

Hong Kong government no longer issue isolation orders to infected Covid-19 cases since January 30. The government advises symptomatic persons to stay at home to rest and avoid going out. Those who are asymptomatic can go out at will or go to work.

If you belong to high-risk groups and suffer from fever, cough, shortness of breath, vomiting, and diarrhoea, the government recommends that you seek medical attention. 

For more information, visit this  link .   

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The government has set up a page for all your questions about inbound travel to Hong Kong . Due to the changing nature of Covid-19 measures, please  visit this link  to keep updated with the latest travel regulations. 

Feel free to roam Hong Kong!  These itineraries will give you a dose of inspiration . Looking for hotel accommodations during your trip?  Here's a guide to some of our favourite Hong Kong hotels  – all tried and tested by our editors. You can also check out   the most romantic hotels  in the city or schedule a weekend getaway from the  best beachside hotels ,  boutique hotels , or  luxury camping spots in town .  

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All pre-departure and post arrival quarantine and testing requirements have been removed.

Vaccination requirement for all inbound travelers coming to Hong Kong has also been lifted.

All inbound persons must pass temperature checks upon arrival. Those found with symptoms will be referred to the Department of Health for further handling (such as transferring to public hospital for further management).

For more details on the inbound arrangement, please visit the dedicated website .

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LATEST ENTRY REQUIREMENTS TO HONG KONG

With effect from  1 April 2023 , all pre-departure and post-arrival quarantine and testing requirements for inbound travellers to Hong Kong  have been lifted .  All inbound travellers must pass temperature checks upon arrival and those found with symptoms will be referred to the Department of Health for further handling. 

The Hong Kong Government recommends all inbound travellers to undergo daily RATs using self-arranged RAT kits from the day of arrival (i.e. Day 0) until Day 5 after arrival at Hong Kong. Travellers may voluntarily report their RAT results and health status via the  Electronic COVID-19 Monitoring & Surveillance System (eCMSS) .

All mandatory mask-wearing and social distancing measures were lifted with effect from 1 March 2023.  As mask-wearing is still an effective way to reduce the risk of virus transmission, people entering medical facilities or residential care homes for the elderly or residential care homes for persons with disabilities will still need to follow the mask-wearing requirement.  The local Government appealed to the public to wear a mask when having respiratory symptoms.  Persons with weakened immunity or chronic disease(s) should also wear a mask when they are in a poorly ventilated place. 

What happens when you test positive for COVID-19 in Hong Kong?

For persons tested positive after arrival at Hong Kong, please refer to the  webpage on Points to Note for Persons who Tested Positive .

See  https://www.coronavirus.gov. hk/eng/inbound-travel.html  for information and FAQs pertaining to travelling to Hong Kong. 

24-hour telephone hotline for inbound travellers: +852 2125 1999

LATEST ENTRY REQUIREMENTS TO MACAO

With effect from  1 April 2023 , travellers aged 4 and above  entering Macao   from   foreign places,  or  entering Hong Kong from Macao  will not need to present any proof of COVID-19 testing. 

For the latest information on Macao’s latest entry requirements, please refer to:  https://www.ssm.gov.mo/apps1/ preventcovid-19/en.aspx# clg17458 . 

TRAVELLING TO SINGAPORE FROM HONG KONG AND MACAO

From  13 February 2023 , there are no longer any COVID-19 measures for travellers arriving in Singapore, regardless of vaccination status or traveller profile.  Travellers must ensure that they fulfil  all other general entry requirements .

All travellers entering Singapore (including Singapore residents) must submit an electronic health declaration via the  SG Arrival Card e-Service  within 3 days before their arrival in Singapore, except:

- Those transiting/transferring through Singapore without seeking immigration clearance; and

- Residents travelling through the land checkpoints.

Transit travellers are defined as those travelling to another country via Singapore, without clearing Singapore arrival immigration.  Such transit travellers do not need proof of vaccination, COVID-19 tests, travel visas or entry approvals. If unsure, travellers connecting through Singapore should consult their airline on whether they need to go through immigration, or if they can remain in the transit area to connect to their next flight.  Travellers are advised to check with the appropriate authorities of your destination country/region on what requirements they impose on travellers transiting through Singapore. 

There are currently no restrictions imposed on departures from Singapore.  However, travellers must abide by the entry requirements imposed by the countries they are travelling to.

For information on Singapore’s latest inbound travel policies, please refer to the following links:

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Travel advisory june 30, 2023, see summaries - mainland china, hong kong & macau.

Reissued with updates to wrongful detention language and information for the Hong Kong and Macau Special Administrative Regions (SARs).

Summary: Reconsider travel to Mainland China due to the arbitrary enforcement of local laws, including in relation to exit bans, and the risk of wrongful detentions .

Exercise increased caution when traveling to the Hong Kong SAR due to the arbitrary enforcement of local laws .

Reconsider travel to the Macau SAR due to a limited ability to provide emergency consular services . Exercise increased caution when traveling to the Macau SAR due to the arbitrary enforcement of local laws .

See specific risks and conditions in each jurisdiction. 

Mainland China – Level 3: Reconsider Travel

Reconsider travel due to the arbitrary enforcement of local laws , including in relation to exit bans, and the risk of wrongful detentions .

Summary:  The People’s Republic of China (PRC) government arbitrarily enforces local laws, including issuing exit bans on U.S. citizens and citizens of other countries, without fair and transparent process under the law.

The Department of State has determined the risk of wrongful detention of U.S. nationals by the PRC government exists in the PRC.

U.S. citizens traveling or residing in the PRC may be detained without access to U.S. consular services or information about their alleged crime. U.S. citizens in the PRC may be subjected to interrogations and detention without fair and transparent treatment under the law.

Foreigners in the PRC, including but not limited to businesspeople, former foreign-government personnel, academics, relatives of PRC citizens involved in legal disputes, and journalists have been interrogated and detained by PRC officials for alleged violations of PRC national security laws. The PRC has also interrogated, detained, and expelled U.S. citizens living and working in the PRC.

PRC authorities appear to have broad discretion to deem a wide range of documents, data, statistics, or materials as state secrets and to detain and prosecute foreign nationals for alleged espionage. There is increased official scrutiny of U.S. and third-country firms, such as professional service and due diligence companies, operating in the PRC. Security personnel could detain U.S. citizens or subject them to prosecution for conducting research or accessing publicly available material inside the PRC.

Security personnel could detain and/or deport U.S. citizens for sending private electronic messages critical of the PRC, Hong Kong SAR, or Macau SAR governments.

In addition, the PRC government has used restrictions on travel or departure from the PRC, or so-called exit bans, to:

  • compel individuals to participate in PRC government investigations;
  • pressure family members of the restricted individual to return to the PRC from abroad;
  • resolve civil disputes in favor of PRC citizens; and
  • gain bargaining leverage over foreign governments.

U.S. citizens might only become aware of an exit ban when they attempt to depart the PRC, and there may be no available legal process to contest an exit ban in a court of law. Relatives, including minor children, of those under investigation in the PRC may become subject to an exit ban.

The PRC government does not recognize dual nationality. Dual U.S.-PRC citizens and U.S. citizens of Chinese descent may be subject to additional scrutiny and harassment. If you are a U.S. citizen and choose to enter Mainland China on travel documents other than a U.S. passport and are detained or arrested, the PRC government may not notify the U.S. Embassy or the U.S. Consulates General or allow consular access.

Check with the PRC Embassy in the United States for the most updated information on travel to the PRC. In some limited circumstances travelers to Mainland China may face additional COVID-19 testing requirements to enter some facilities or events.

The Department of State does not provide or coordinate direct medical care to private U.S. citizens abroad. U.S. citizens overseas may receive PRC-approved COVID-19 vaccine doses where they are eligible.

Do not consume drugs in the PRC or prior to arriving in the PRC. A positive drug test, even if the drug was legal elsewhere, can lead to immediate detention, fines, deportation, and/or a ban from re-entering the PRC. PRC authorities may compel cooperation with blood, urine, or hair testing. Penalties for drug offense may exceed penalties imposed in the United States.

Demonstrations : Participating in demonstrations or any other activities that authorities interpret as constituting an act of secession, subversion, terrorism, or collusion with a foreign country could result in criminal charges. Be aware of your surroundings and avoid demonstrations.

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Extra security measures, such as security checks and increased levels of police presence and surveillance, are common in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, Tibet Autonomous Region, and Tibetan Autonomous Prefectures. Authorities may impose curfews and travel restrictions on short notice.

If you decide to travel to Mainland China:

  • Enter the PRC on your U.S. passport with a valid PRC visa and keep it with you.
  • Read the travel information page for Mainland China .
  • Enroll in the  Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)  to receive alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
  • Be aware of your surroundings.
  • Avoid demonstrations.
  • Exercise caution in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests.
  • Avoid taking photographs of protesters or police without permission.
  • Keep a low profile.
  • If you are arrested or detained, ask police or prison officials to notify U.S. Embassy Beijing or the nearest U.S. Consulate General immediately.
  • Review the  China Country Security Report  from the Overseas Security Advisory Council.
  • Do not consume drugs in the PRC or prior to arriving in the PRC.
  • Follow the Department of State on  Facebook  and  Twitter . Follow U.S. Embassy Beijing on  Twitter ,  WeChat , and  Weibo .
  • Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) page for the latest  Travel Health Information  related to the PRC.
  • Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations.
  • Review the Traveler’s Checklist .
  • If you plan to enter the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK), read the  DPRK Travel Advisory . U.S. passports are not valid for travel to, in, or through the DPRK, unless they are specially validated by the Department of State.

Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR) – Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

Exercise increased caution due to the arbitrary enforcement of local laws .

Summary: Since the imposition of the National Security Law on June 30, 2020, the People’s Republic of China (PRC) has demonstrated an intent to use the law to target a broad range of activities such as acts of secession, subversion, terrorism, and collusion with foreign entities. The National Security Law also covers offenses committed by non-Hong Kong SAR residents or organizations outside of the Hong Kong SAR, which could subject U.S. citizens who have been publicly critical of the PRC and/or the administration of the Hong Kong SAR to a heightened risk of arrest, detention, expulsion, or prosecution.

The Hong Kong SAR government does not recognize dual nationality. Dual U.S.-PRC citizens and U.S. citizens of Chinese descent may be subject to additional scrutiny and harassment. If you are a dual U.S.-PRC citizen and enter Hong Kong SAR on a U.S. passport, and you are detained or arrested, PRC authorities are under an obligation to notify the U.S. Embassy or a U.S. Consulate General of your detention and to allow U.S. consular officials to have access to you. In practice, however, U.S. consular officers may be prevented from providing consular assistance, even to those who have entered on their U.S. passports. For more information, visit Consular Protection and Right of Abode in HK(SAR) for Dual Nationals - U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong & Macau (usconsulate.gov) .

If you decide to travel to the Hong Kong SAR:

  • Enter the Hong Kong SAR on your U.S. passport and keep it with you.
  • Read the travel information page for the Hong Kong SAR .
  • If you are arrested or detained, ask police or prison officials to notify U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong & Macau immediately.
  • Do not consume drugs in the Hong Kong SAR or prior to arriving in the Hong Kong SAR.
  • Follow the Department of State on  Facebook  and  Twitter . Follow U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong & Macau on  Facebook  and  Twitter .
  • Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) page for the latest  Travel Health Information  related to the Hong Kong SAR.
  • Monitor local media, local transportations sites, and apps like  MTR Mobile  or  CitybusNWFB  for updates.
  • Review your Hong Kong flight status with your airline or at the Hong Kong International Airport website .

Macau Special Administrative Region (SAR) – Level 3: Reconsider Travel

Reconsider travel due to a limited ability to provide emergency consular services. Exercise increased caution due to the arbitrary enforcement of local laws.

Summary: The U.S. government has a limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in the Macau SAR due to People’s Republic of China (PRC) Ministry of Foreign Affairs travel restrictions on U.S. diplomatic personnel.

Even in an emergency, the PRC Ministry of Foreign Affairs requires all U.S. diplomatic personnel, including those accredited to the Macau SAR, to apply for and receive visas before entering the Macau SAR. Approval takes at least five to seven days, limiting the U.S. government’s ability to offer timely consular services in the Macau SAR.

The Macau SAR government does not recognize dual nationality. Dual U.S.-PRC citizens and U.S. citizens of Chinese descent may be subject to additional scrutiny and harassment. If you are a dual U.S.-PRC citizen and enter the Macau SAR on a U.S. passport, and you are detained or arrested, PRC authorities are under an obligation to notify the U.S. Embassy or a U.S. Consulate General of your detention and to allow U.S. consular officials to have access to you. In practice, however, U.S. consular officers may be prevented from providing consular assistance, even to those who have entered on their U.S. passports. For more information, visit Consular Protection and Right of Abode in HK(SAR) for Dual Nationals - U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong & Macau (usconsulate.gov) .

Demonstrations : Participating in demonstrations or any other activities that authorities interpret as constituting an act of secession, subversion, terrorism, or collusion with a foreign country could result in criminal charges. Be aware of your surroundings and avoid demonstrations.

If you decide to travel to the Macau SAR:

  • Enter the Macau SAR on your U.S. passport and keep it with you.
  • Read the travel information page for the Macau SAR .
  • Do not consume drugs in the Macau SAR or prior to arriving in the Macau SAR.
  • Follow the Department of State on  Facebook  and  Twitter . Follow U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong & Macau on  Facebook  and  Twitter .
  • Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) page for the latest  Travel Health Information  related to the Macau SAR.

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Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all travellers is important to us. Before your journey, follow these recommendations to safeguard your health and enjoy a worry-free visit to Hong Kong.

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Make a record of all the medicines that you are using 

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Check with your family doctor or the Travel Health Centers of the Department of Health for the types of vaccines required. These may include vaccination against hepatitis A and B, yellow fever and typhoid fever  

Inform your doctor of any allergies if you need vaccination

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5 things to know before traveling to Hong Kong in 2023

hong kong travel requirements june 2023

For Filipinos, Hong Kong is one of the top of mind travel destinations in Asia for its numerous tourist attractions, growing recreational activities, and simply vibrant metropolis.

You only need to hop on an hour-and-a-half flight from the Philippines to Hong Kong. Plus, it's visa-free for Philippine passport holders!

After almost three years of closed borders due to COVID-19, Hong Kong reopened the city to tourists in May 2022 with strict restrictions and guidelines. Eventually, the rules eased up following the improvements in the pandemic situation.

If you're planning to go to Hong Kong this 2023, here are five essential things to know and prepare for ahead of your trip.

1. Rapid Antigen Test requirement within 24 hours before scheduled flight

While Hong Kong waived the RT-PCR test and isolation requirements, a self-administered Rapid Antigen Test (RAT) is still required within 24 hours before the flight departure time.

You should keep a photo of a negative result of your RAT test throughout your Hong Kong trip for inspection, or you may also voluntarily submit your test result through Hong Kong's Department of Health's health declaration form link .

2. Wearing of face mask is still mandated

Wearing a face mask is still required in Hong Kong, especially in public spaces and public transport vehicles. However, you may remove it if you're in a country park or are conducting a strenuous physical activity.

3. Credit cards and electronic payments are widely accepted

For those who are traveling cashless, fret not, as most of Hong Kong's establishment widely accepts international credit cards and other electronic payments. But for emergencies, bringing a small amount of cash with you is highly encouraged. In any case, ATMs and currency exchange offices are easy to spot as soon as you land at the Hong Kong International Airport.

4. Bring an electrical adaptor

Hong Kong uses the UK-style plug, which is three-pronged, so it's best to bring an electrical adaptor with you at all times for your convenience throughout your stay in the city.

5. Check Hong Kong's weather conditions on your scheduled trip

Generally, Hong Kong's weather is mostly fine since it is sub-tropical. But depending on the month of your visit, it does get quite humid in summer and cool in winter, so pack your clothes accordingly.

This story was produced through a familiarization trip sponsored by the Hong Kong Tourism Board.

—MGP, GMA Integrated News

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Entry requirements

This advice reflects the UK government’s understanding of current rules for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK, for the most common types of travel. 

The authorities in Hong Kong set and enforce entry rules. If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact Hong Kong’s Economic and Trade Office in the UK .

COVID-19 rules

There are no COVID-19 testing or vaccination requirements for travellers entering Hong Kong.

You may have to pass a temperature check when you arrive.

Passport validity requirements

Your passport must be valid for at least one month after the date you plan to leave Hong Kong.

Check with your travel provider that your passport and other travel documents meet requirements.  Renew your passport  if you need to.

You will be denied entry if you do not have a valid travel document or try to use a passport that has been reported lost or stolen.

Visa requirements

Hong Kong is part of the People’s Republic of China, but it is a Special Administrative Region ( SAR ) with its own immigration controls.

You can visit Hong Kong for up to 6 months without a visa. For information on entry requirements see the Hong Kong SAR government website .

To stay longer (to work or study, for business travel or for other reasons) you must get a visa. For further information contact the nearest Chinese mission with visa issuing facilities or the Hong Kong Immigration Department .   

Vaccination requirements

At least 8 weeks before your trip, check the vaccinations and certificates you need in TravelHealthPro’s Hong Kong guide .

Depending on your circumstances, this may include a yellow fever certificate.

Customs rules

There are strict rules about goods you can take into or out of Hong Kong .  

You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty. Children aged 3 and over must follow the same rules as adult travellers unless otherwise stated.

Bringing restricted items into Hong Kong

It’s illegal for visitors arriving in Hong Kong International Airport to carry items including:

  • objects with sharp points or edges (for example, samurai swords)
  • martial arts equipment (for example, knuckledusters)

You could be fined or given a prison sentence. See further information from the Hong Kong Police Force .

Electronic cigarettes

It’s illegal to bring electronic cigarettes or other smoking products, such as heated tobacco products and herbal cigarettes, into Hong Kong. If you are travelling through Hong Kong and do not pass immigration control, you’re exempt. See further information from the Hong Kong Police Force .

Powdered baby formula

There are restrictions on the amount of powdered baby formula allowed to be taken out of Hong Kong. If you do not follow the rules, you could face a fine or imprisonment for up to 2 years.

See more information, including exemptions, from the Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department .

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Exercise a high degree of caution  in Hong Kong.

Exercise a high degree of caution  in Hong Kong. 

  • The Hong Kong Government strictly controls demonstrations. Authorities may arrest protesters. Avoid protests and large gatherings. Don't photograph or video protests.
  • Violent crime is rare, but some petty crime happens. Thieves target tourist spots and crowded places, such as markets and trains. Take care of your belongings.
  • Travellers have had drinks spiked in bars and nightclubs. This may lead to theft or credit card fraud. Don't accept food, drink, cigarettes or gum from strangers. Don't leave your drinks unattended.
  • Scammers may ask for help carrying luggage or ask for money. Fake arrests, lotteries, or schemes involving property, holiday clubs or timeshares occur. Never carry anything for someone you don't know. Do thorough research. Get legal advice before sending money or signing documents.
  • Hong Kong experiences typhoons. If the warning level is Typhoon 8 or Black Rain Signal, businesses, transport services and the Australian Consulate-General will close. Follow advice from local officials. Contact your travel operator about delays.

Full travel advice: Safety

  • It's illegal to carry sleeping tablets and some medication without a prescription. Carry a copy of your prescription or a letter from your doctor.
  • Hong Kong has very high humidity from May to October. Reduce physical and outdoor activities on very humid days. Hong Kong can have very high pollution levels. If you have a heart or breathing condition, do less physical activity when the air quality index health risk is high.
  • Hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) is common. It mostly affects children aged under 10 years, but adult cases occur, particularly in young adults. Wash your hands thoroughly and often.
  • Waterborne, foodborne and other infectious diseases including bird flu sometimes occur. Drink only filtered or bottled water from bottles with sealed lids. Avoid raw or undercooked food. Avoid contact with animals.

Full travel advice: Health

  • The 2020 national security law for Hong Kong may be interpreted broadly. The law could be applied to activities that occurred outside Hong Kong, including social media posts. You could break the law without intending to. You may be at increased risk of detention on vaguely defined national security grounds. The maximum penalty under this law in Hong Kong is life imprisonment. The Australian Government can't intervene in the Hong Kong judicial process. Denial of entry to Hong Kong is also possible.
  • Don't use, carry or traffic illegal drugs. Penalties include heavy fines and jail time.
  • Cannabidiol  (CBD) is listed as a dangerous drug in Hong Kong. Possession and consumption carries a maximum penalty of seven years imprisonment. Trafficking and illicit manufacturing carries a maximum penalty of life imprisonment.
  • It's illegal to take part in public demonstrations without Hong Kong government approval. Avoid large public gatherings.
  • Chinese law doesn't recognise dual nationality. The Australian Government may be unable to help if you enter Hong Kong on a travel document other than your Australian passport or if you're deemed a Hong Kong or Chinese national. If you're travelling from Hong Kong to Macau or mainland China, use your Australian passport. 
  • Hong Kong law allows dual nationals of Chinese descent to register their Australian nationality with the  Immigration Department . If Hong Kong authorities consider you a citizen of China, they may refuse to grant you access to Australian consular services. This will prevent the Australian Government from providing you with those services.

Full travel advice: Local laws

  • Hong Kong has separate immigration regulations to China. You generally won't need a tourist visa if you stay less than 90 days. In all other cases, you'll need a visa. Contact the  Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Sydney  for details.
  • Your temperature may be checked when you arrive in Hong Kong. For the latest requirements, see  Hong Kong Centre for Health Protection  or contact your airline or travel agent.  
  • If you're travelling from Hong Kong to mainland China, you'll need a PRC visa.

Full travel advice: Travel

Local contacts

  • The Consular Services Charter details what we can and can't do to help you overseas.
  • For consular assistance, contact the Australian Consulate-General in Hong Kong .
  • To stay up to date with local information, follow the Consulate-General's social media accounts.

Full travel advice: Local contacts

Full advice

Civil unrest and political tension.

Public protests and events that draw large groups of people can turn violent.

The Hong Kong Government prohibits demonstrations that they haven't approved. Authorities may arrest protesters.

Avoid protests, demonstrations and large gatherings.

Don't photograph, film or participate in protests or other acts that authorities may consider provocative.

If there are signs of disorder, move away quickly and seek shelter in a safe place.

Increased screening, including of digital devices, is possible for travellers crossing between Hong Kong and mainland China.  

To stay safe during civil unrest:

  • avoid large gatherings and protests
  • monitor the media for possible unrest and avoid those areas
  • follow the advice of local authorities

More information:

  • Demonstrations and civil unrest
  • Transport Department – special traffic news
  • Hong Kong Police Facebook
  • Hong Kong Police 'X' (formerly Twitter): @hkpoliceforce
  • Local media:   https://www.scmp.com/   or   https://news.rthk.hk/rthk/en/

Terrorism is a threat worldwide.

Terrorist threats

Petty crime

There's little violent crime in Hong Kong. You could encounter pickpocketing and street theft.

Thieves target tourist spots and crowded places such as markets and trains.

Take care of your belongings, especially in crowded places.

Drink spiking

Foreigners have had drinks spiked in bars and nightclubs. Drink spiking may be combined with theft or credit card fraud. 

To reduce your risk of drink spiking:

  • don't accept drinks, food, gum or cigarettes from strangers or new friends
  • don't leave food or drinks unattended

Partying safely

Scams against Australian travellers are increasing.

Criminals sometimes present themselves as people in need.

One scam starts via the internet. A person might offer you gift cards or money to help carry someone's luggage on an international flight. They may ask for your money, credit card or online bank account details.

Other reported scams involve:

  • fake arrests
  • holiday club or timeshare schemes
  • scratch lottery tickets
  • foreign lottery schemes
  • relationships

Be wary of strangers asking for your help.

Never carry anything for anyone you don't know and trust, especially when crossing international borders. There's a risk that criminals have hidden drugs or other illegal items inside.

To avoid becoming a victim of a scam:

  • don't send money or give credit card or bank account details to anyone you don't know and trust
  • thoroughly research any scheme or agreement before signing or paying money
  • seek legal advice before signing any property contract

Cyber security

You may be at risk of cyber-based threats during overseas travel to any country. Digital identity theft is a growing concern. Your devices and personal data can be compromised, especially if you're connecting to Wi-Fi, using or connecting to shared or public computers, or to Bluetooth. 

Social media can also be risky in destinations where there are social or political tensions, or laws that may seem unreasonable by Australian standards. Travellers have been arrested for things they have said on social media. Don't comment on local or political events on your social media. 

More information:  

  • Cyber security when travelling overseas  

Climate and natural disasters

Hong Kong experiences typhoons .

Local safety rules require businesses and transport services to close during typhoons or very heavy rain.

The Australian Consulate-General in Hong Kong closes when the 'Typhoon 8' or 'Black Rain' signal is given.

Authorities may delay or suspend flights and ferries into and out of Hong Kong. Contact your travel operator or airline to find out about delays.

If there's a typhoon:

  • monitor weather forecasts and plan accordingly
  • know your hotel or cruise ship's evacuation plans
  • secure your passport in a safe, waterproof location
  • take official warnings seriously

If there's a natural disaster or severe weather :

  • monitor the news and other local information sources
  • monitor the Global Disaster Alert and Coordination System
  • keep in contact with friends and family

Hong Kong Observatory

Travel insurance

Get comprehensive travel insurance before you leave. 

Your policy needs to cover all overseas medical costs, including medical evacuation. The Australian Government won't pay for these costs.

If you can't afford travel insurance, you can't afford to travel. This applies to everyone, no matter how healthy and fit you are.

If you're not insured, you may have to pay many thousands of dollars up-front for medical care.

  • what activities and care your policy covers
  • that your insurance covers you for the whole time you'll be away

Physical and mental health

Consider your physical and mental health before you travel, especially if you have an existing medical condition. 

See your doctor or travel clinic to:

  • have a basic health check-up   
  • ask if your travel plans may affect your health
  • plan any vaccinations you need

Do this at least 8 weeks before you leave.

If you have immediate concerns for your welfare or the welfare of another Australian, call the 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305 or contact your  nearest Australian Embassy, High Commission or Consulate  to discuss counselling hotlines and services available in your location.

  • General health advice
  • Healthy holiday tips  (Healthdirect Australia)

Medications

Not all medication available over the counter or by prescription in Australia is available in other countries. Some may even be considered illegal or a controlled substance, even if prescribed by an Australian doctor.

If you plan to bring medication, check if it's legal in Hong Kong. Take enough legal medicine for your trip.

It's illegal to have sleeping tablets and certain other medications without a prescription. These include medications used to treat erectile dysfunction or anxiety.

Carry a copy of your prescription or a letter from your doctor stating:

  • what the medicine is
  • your required dosage
  • that it's for personal use
  • Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department

Health risks

Hong Kong experiences very high humidity during summer, from May to October.

Reduce physical exertion and outdoor activities on very humid days.

Air pollution

High levels of air pollution may trigger bronchial, sinus or asthma conditions.

If you have an existing heart or breathing difficulties, reduce physical and outdoor activities on days with high pollution.

You can monitor real-time air quality index reports for Hong Kong.

Insect-borne diseases

Outbreaks of mosquito-borne illnesses, including dengue , sometimes occur.

To protect yourself from disease:

  • ensure your accommodation is insect-proof
  • use insect repellent
  • wear long, loose, light-coloured clothing

Hand, foot and mouth disease

Hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) is common. Serious outbreaks sometimes occur. Outbreaks usually start in March or April and peak in May. Sometimes they last until October.

HFMD mostly affects children aged younger than 10 years, but adult cases, particularly in young adults, occur.

HFMD is spread by direct contact with discharges of infected people.

Other health risks

Waterborne, foodborne and other infectious diseases occur sometimes. These include:

  • tuberculosis

To protect yourself from illness:

  • drink only filtered water or bottled water from bottles with sealed lids

Seek medical advice if you have a fever or diarrhoea.

Bird flu (avian influenza)

Human cases of avian influenza A (H7N9) have been reported in mainland China.

The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR) Government is currently at 'Alert' response level for influenza, including avian influenza A (H7N9). This is the lowest level in the 3-tier alert system.

To reduce your risk:

  • wash your hands often
  • use good food safety practices
  • avoid contact with animals
  • Department of Health and Aged Care
  • World Health Organisation

Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus

The Hong Kong SAR Government is currently at 'Alert' response level for Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV) . This is the lowest level in the 3-tier alert system.

Hong Kong's Department of Health checks for MERS-CoV at border control points.

Travellers who arrive in, or transit through, Hong Kong and have flu-like symptoms may be sent to a public hospital. The hospital will isolate the person until they test negative for MERS-CoV.

  • Hong Kong Centre for Health Protection

Medical care

Medical facilities.

Medical services and facilities are of a high standard.

Costs can be higher than in Australia.

Private hospitals may require you to confirm your insurance cover or pay a deposit up-front before they will admit you.

You're subject to all local laws and penalties, including those that may appear harsh by Australian standards. Research local laws before travelling.

National security legislation for Hong Kong came into effect on 1 July 2020.   This law could be interpreted broadly. You could break the law without intending to. You may be at increased risk of detention on vaguely defined national security grounds. The maximum penalty under this law in Hong Kong is life imprisonment. Under the law, you could be deported or face possible transfer to mainland China for prosecution under mainland law. 

If you're arrested or jailed, the Australian Government will do what it can to help you under our  Consular Services Charter . But we can't get you out of trouble or out of jail.

The Australian Government can't intervene in the Hong Kong judicial process.

If local authorities consider you a citizen of China, they may refuse to grant you access to Australian consular services. This will prevent the Australian Government from providing you with those services.

Possessing illegal drugs of any kind, including marijuana, can result in penalties that include heavy fines and jail time.

Officials have arrested many foreigners for trafficking drugs. 

Cannabidiol  (CBD) has been listed as a dangerous drug under the control of the Dangerous Drugs Ordinance (Chapter 134, Laws of Hong Kong) (DDO) in Hong Kong. Possession and consumption carries a maximum penalty of seven years imprisonment. Trafficking and illicit manufacturing of CBD carries a maximum penalty of life imprisonment.

Importing weapons

Strict rules control the import or possession of:

  • any type of weapon
  • any item that looks like a weapon, including replicas, antiques, toys and fashion accessories

Hong Kong has prosecuted foreigners, including Australians, for possessing:

  • stunning devices such as taser guns
  • dart and spear guns
  • knuckledusters
  • extendable batons
  • tear gas and pepper spray

You can import, possess or purchase such items legally, including from local Hong Kong markets. To do this, you must get a permit from local authorities in advance.

These laws apply to people in Hong Kong and those transiting Hong Kong airport.

If authorities find you carrying such items (including in your luggage), they may arrest, fine or detain you.

Importing Products

Hong Kong has strict import rules. If you don't follow these rules, you could be fined and/or imprisoned.  

More information: 

  • Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department - Controlled Imports

It's illegal to:

  • take part in public demonstrations without Hong Kong government approval
  • take photos of military installations

Australian laws

Some Australian criminal laws still apply when you're overseas. If you break these laws, you may face prosecution in Australia.

Staying within the law

Dual citizenship

The Nationality Law of the People's Republic of China applies in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR). Under this law, dual citizenship is not legally recognised in Hong Kong.  However, Hong Kong's law allows dual nationals of Chinese descent to register their Australian nationality. 

Register with the Hong Kong Immigration Department if you wish to be considered a national of Australia. 

If you're an Australian-Hong Kong dual national, you can make a Declaration of Change of Nationality. Find out what the consequences of this are from the Hong Kong Immigration Department .

If local authorities consider you a citizen of China they may refuse you access to Australian consular services.  This can happen even if you entered Hong Kong on an Australian or other foreign passport, and you:

  • haven't renounced your Chinese citizenship according to Chinese law
  • haven't formally advised the Chinese authorities of your Australian citizenship
  • continue to maintain a passport issued by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region or by China.

Authorities may not allow certain categories of Chinese citizens, such as state officials, to renounce their Chinese nationality under Chinese law.

Get professional legal advice if you're not sure of your citizenship status under Chinese law.

If you plan to enter mainland China or Macau from Hong Kong, travel on your Australian passport .

Local authorities may not allow consular access if you enter Hong Kong on a travel document other than your Australian passport, or if local authorities identify you as a Hong Kong or Chinese national.   

  • Dual nationals
  • Travel advice for China

LGBTI travellers

Same-sex relationships are legal.

Most locals accept or are indifferent to LGBTI travellers. However, community attitudes towards LGBTI people are generally more conservative than in Australia.

Avoid public displays of affection.

Visas and border measures

Every country or territory decides who can enter or leave through its borders. For specific information about the evidence you'll need to enter a foreign destination, check with the nearest embassy, consulate or immigration department of the destination you're entering. 

Hong Kong is a Special Administrative Region (SAR) of China. This means it has separate immigration regulations from those of the People's Republic of China.

Entry and exit conditions can change at short notice. For details about visas, currency, customs and quarantine rules, contact:

  • the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Sydney
  • the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Immigration Department

If you plan to travel between Hong Kong and mainland China, you'll need a visa.

If you plan to return to China after visiting Hong Kong, get a multiple-entry visa for China. If you don't get this visa, you'll need a new visa to re-enter China. Get your visa before leaving Australia.

If you've recently changed your passport, but your Chinese visa is still in the old passport, take both passports with you. Officials may ask you to present your previous passport and Chinese visa.

China travel advice

Border measures

Your temperature may be checked on arrival in Hong Kong. For the latest requirements, see  Hong Kong Centre for Health Protection  or contact your airline or travel agent.

Transit via Hong Kong

Refer to the  Hong Kong International Airport website  or contact your airline or travel agent for details on transiting Hong Kong.

  • Hong Kong International Airport

Hong Kong Transport Department

Some countries won't let you enter unless your passport is valid for 6 months after you plan to leave that country. This can apply even if you're just transiting or stopping over.

Some foreign governments and airlines apply the rule inconsistently. Travellers can receive conflicting advice from different sources.

You can end up stranded if your passport is not valid for more than 6 months.

The Australian Government does not set these rules. Check your passport's expiry date before you travel. If you're not sure it'll be valid for long enough, consider getting a new passport .

Lost or stolen passport

Your passport is a valuable document. It's attractive to people who may try to use your identity to commit crimes.

Some people may try to trick you into giving them your passport. Always keep it in a safe place.

If your passport is lost or stolen, tell the Australian Government as soon as possible:

  • In Australia, contact the Australian Passport Information Service .
  • If you're overseas, contact the nearest Australian embassy or consulate .

Passport with 'X' gender identifier 

Although Australian passports comply with international standards for sex and gender, we can't guarantee that a passport showing 'X' in the sex field will be accepted for entry or transit by another country. Contact the nearest  embassy, high commission or consulate of your destination  before you arrive at the border to confirm if authorities will accept passports with 'X' gender markers. 

  • LGBTI travellers  

The currency in Hong Kong is the Hong Kong Dollar (HKD).

Under Hong Kong law, travellers in and out of Hong Kong may need to declare cash. Make a written declaration if you're carrying more than HKD120,000 or equivalent in cash.

You can change Australian dollars for HKD at local currency exchanges and banks.

Credit cards are widely accepted.

Take care when using ATMs, as petty crime occurs. See Safety

Hong Kong Customs list of prohibited/controlled items

Local travel

Accommodation.

Unlicensed guesthouses providing low-cost accommodation operate in Hong Kong. They may not follow the safety standards set for licensed guesthouses. Don't risk your safety or security.

If you choose to stay in a guesthouse, confirm it's licensed. Tell your family and friends where you are staying.

Home Affairs Department of Hong Kong

Driving permit

You can drive in Hong Kong for up to 12 months if you have a valid Australian driver's licence or International Driving Permit (IDP).

Make sure your insurance covers you if you drive without a Hong Kong driver's licence.

If you're residing in Hong Kong, then you should only drive using a Hong Kong driver's licence.

Road travel

Hong Kong has a well-developed road network of similar standards to a large Australian city.

Check you have adequate insurance before driving.

Find out about local road rules and practices.

Driving or riding

Motorcycles

Check your insurance covers you for riding motorbikes.

Most travel insurance policies won't cover you if you don't follow local laws or wear a helmet.

Always wear a helmet.

Use only licensed taxis or reputable limousine services. Arrange them through your hotel if you can. Always insist that the meter is used.

A small, but growing number of foreigners have gotten into disputes with taxi drivers over the fare. Be prepared to pay cash for your Hong Kong taxi.

If you have an issue with a taxi driver, ask for a receipt. Then record the taxi driver's licence number and contact the police.

Public transport

Hong Kong has an extensive public transport system. It includes the MTR, buses, ferries and trams.

  • Public transport in Hong Kong
  • Transport and getting around safely

Ferries are a common mode of transport between Hong Kong, Macau and the Chinese mainland.

Some cruise lines stop over in Hong Kong.

  • Travelling by boat
  • Going on a cruise

DFAT doesn't provide information on the safety of individual commercial airlines or flight paths.

Check Hong Kong's air safety profile on the Aviation Safety Network.

Emergencies

Depending on what you need, contact your:

  • family and friends
  • travel agent
  • insurance provider

Always get a police report when you report a crime.

Your insurer should have a 24-hour emergency number.

Consular contacts

Read the Consular Services Charter for what the Australian Government can and can't do to help you overseas.

For consular assistance, contact the Australian Consulate-General in Hong Kong.

Australian Consulate-General, Hong Kong

23/F Harbour Centre, 25 Harbour Road

Wanchai, Hong Kong

Phone: (+852) 2827 8881

Fax: (+852) 2585 4457

Website:  https://hongkong.consulate.gov.au/

Facebook: Australia in Hong Kong and Macau

X (formerly Twitter):  @AusCGHK

Check the Consulate-General website for details about opening hours and any temporary closures.

24-hour Consular Emergency Centre

In a consular emergency, if you can't contact an embassy, call the 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on:

  • +61 2 6261 3305 from overseas
  • 1300 555 135 in Australia

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New Year, New Restrictions: Which China Travel Restrictions Include Hong Kong and Which Don’t

Happy new year! A couple of weeks ago, my hopes for 2023 were that I’d be thinking about my imminent graduation, as well as upcoming travel plans. Less than 24 hours into the new year, I have 60 tabs open on my phone, trying to understand the plethora of new restrictions that are being imposed on Chinese travelers. Specifically, which of them apply to Hong Kong.

With many news outlets reporting the latest travel restrictions on China, I thought I’d write a post specifically for those planning outbound travel from Hong Kong. The hope is to clarify whether you’re allowed to travel, and whether you’d need a PCR test to do so or not.

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IMPORTANT – PLEASE READ THIS ABOUT TESTING!

For most countries that are requiring a COVID-19 test for entry at the moment,  a picture of a rapid antigen test kit will not suffice , unlike the requirement to enter Hong Kong. Instead, you’ll need either  a PCR test certificate, or a certificate from a clinic-administered rapid antigen test.  I have no sponsorship from any of these companies, but off a quick Google search I’d recommend INDICAID Labs, which is charging HK$380 for a COVID-19 test certificate .

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Since nobody is providing clarity at the moment, I’ve provided links directly to information sources for whether Hong Kong is involved, even if the source itself isn’t the clearest information communicator:

Countries that ARE requiring negative COVID-19 tests for Hong Kong travelers

  • The US is requiring a test conducted within 2 days (48 hours) of their departure from Hong Kong for passengers flying on direct flights/originating from China and connecting via any third country, as well as those flying from Seoul Incheon (ICN), Toronto Pearson (YYZ), or Vancouver (YVR) who have been in China/Hong Kong/Macau over the past 10 days (you need to test even if you’re connecting, but you’re exempt if you’ve tested positive between 10 and 90 days before your flight). This is for flights arriving from 5th January onwards
  • France is requiring masks onboard planes and an antigen/PCR test taken less than 48 hours before departure, with random on-arrival testing , commencing with flights arriving 5th January
  • Italy is asking for a  PCR test within 72 hours of departure or an antigen test within 48 hours of departure AND an antigen test on arrival
  • Australia is requiring a negative test result taken less than 48 hours before departure commencing with flights arriving 5th January
  • India specifically requires a PCR test result with 72 hours of departure , with random on-arrival testing, for Hong Kong travelers starting with flights arriving 1st January
  • Canada   is requiring a test taken with  48 hours  of departure starting flights arriving January 5, with exemptions for those testing positive between 10 and 90 days ago
  • Qatar requires a  PCR test taken within 48 hours of departure , but  only if entering Qatar  (not if transiting)
  • Spain is requiring travelers from China to either test, or be fully vaccinated (most Chinese vaccines not accepted, which leads me to think that those from Hong Kong with a Chinese-administered vaccine must test)
  • South Korea backtracked on their Hong Kong exemption, and passengers must show evidence of testing (Hong Kong travelers continue to be exempt from mandatory on-arrival testing)
  • Ghana ‘s health declaration form doesn’t list Hong Kong as a country, so presumably you’ll have to click that you’ve been to China (which presumably would require a test)

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Countries where Hong Kong travelers are EXEMPT from mainland China testing restrictions

  • The UK has expressly stated that their restrictions on mainland China do not apply to Hong Kong
  • Japan is exempting Hong Kong passengers from testing on-arrival, however airlines have experienced flight caps from the city
  • Taiwan left Hong Kong out of their new Mainland China on-arrival testing requirements
  • Malaysia is temperature screening everybody, but no testing required
  • Morocco has placed a ban on all China arrivals from Jan 3, though Hong Kong isn’t included
  • Israel have not explicitly placed bans on Hong Kong, and Chief Secretary Eric Chan hasn’t included these regions in his appeal to consulates to redact Hong Kong testing requirements
  • For countries not stated, not enough information has been provided – a few countries have only indicated they are mandating tests for Hong Kong travelers a few days after imposing the China test mandate

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I’m flying somewhere else this week – should I keep on my toes?

Yes –  the situation is evolving quite quickly and new restrictions are being put on travelers from China every day. I’d almost recommend you get evidence of a negative test pre-departure regardless of where you’re flying, though obviously the feasibility of this varies for everybody.

Here are a list of countries that are “monitoring the situation”, or have said something in the past:

  • The Philippines  “sees the need to intensify the monitoring and implementation of border control”

As the situation in mainland China evolves (and the case numbers in Hong Kong inevitably increase), it can be quite nerve wracking to not know what countries are requiring for entry. I’ll update this post with information as it comes, though hopefully it’s a worthy collation if you’re travelling from Hong Kong.

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Is the U.S. requirement for a COVID test within 48 hours of departure from Hong Kong applicable if one is only transiting HKG? For example, if one’s flight is BKK to JFK via HKG? The wording seems ambiguous.

Without a doubt you’ll need it if you’re transiting HKG, but the wording of the press release is confusing to me too regarding whether you need it if you’re transiting somewhere else with your origin at HKG.

Just FYI, I dug a little deeper on the CDC website and found the following: “…the Order does NOT apply if you transited through an airport in China, Hong Kong, or Macau en route to the United States from another country, or if you spent less than 24 hours in China, Hong Kong, or Macau.” Are you seeing something different?

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After more than two years under the world’s strictest border restrictions, Hong Kong’s mandatory hotel quarantine is finally a thing of the past! In other good news, inbound travellers are no longer required to take a PCR test before departing for Hong Kong, making booking a spontaneous overseas trip even more tempting. Here’s what to know about the new “0+3” scheme, testing requirements and more…

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Boarding Requirements: What Documents Do I Need To Prepare Before My Flight?

As of 6am on Monday, 26 September, presentation of a negative PCR-based nucleic acid test will no longer be required to board your plane to Hong Kong. You will instead need to present a negative result of a RAT (rapid antigen test) conducted within 24 hours of your scheduled departure . You will be required to declare your test result via the Health & Quarantine Information Declaration.

The Hong Kong boarder is now open to unvaccinated residents , however non-Hong Kong residents aged 12 or above will still need to be fully vaccinated* or have a medical exception certificate before boarding a flight for Hong Kong.

* For the purpose of inbound boarding requirements, non-residents will have to have received two doses of a COVID vaccine at least 14 days before departing for Hong Kong. Those previously infected with COVID-19 will need to have received at least one dose to be considered fully vaccinated.

Head  here for a list of Hong Kong government-approved COVID vaccines.

Head  here for details on what constitutes a Hong Kong government-approved COVID vaccination record.

What Happens When I Arrive At The Airport?

Under the new “test and go” measure, travellers will not have to wait at the airport for their PCR test results . You may take public transport or self-arranged transport to return to your home or hotel.

On landing, arrivals to Hong Kong will be issued with an Amber QR code, which under the Vaccine Pass rules restricts entry to certain premises . Your Vaccine Pass on the LeaveHomeSafe app should automatically turn from amber to blue at 9am on Day 3, provided your PCR test from Day 1 is negative.

An important note, your arrival day is classified as Day 0 . If you land on a Monday, this is your Day 0 and your Vaccine Pass should turn blue Thursday at 9am.

Is Hotel Quarantine Still Required?

No! We’re pleased to say that mandatory hotel quarantine is no longer required for overseas arrivals. Under the new “0+3” scheme, inbound travellers are required to spend three days under home medical surveillance, followed by a four-day self-monitoring period.

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Where Can You Go During Medical Surveillance?

During your days of medical surveillance, you can go to get essential groceries, pick up takeaway food and take public transport . You can go to work, but there may be additional restrictions like wearing your mask and taking meal times separately from your colleagues.

You will not be allowed to   dine in at restaurants , go to the gym or venues like  swimming pools  or hair salons , amongst others.

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Testing Arrangements

As per the new “3+0” scheme, inbound travellers will need to take PCR tests at community testing centres, mobile testing stations or other recognised institutions on Day 2, Day 4 and Day 6 , in addition to the PCR test taken at the airport.

During medical surveillance and self-monitoring periods, you will need to take daily RATs until Day 7 of arrival at Hong Kong.

What Happens If I Test Positive?

If you test positive on a RAT or PCR test, your Vaccine Pass will be converted to a Red Code. Your isolation and discharge arrangements will be the same as for local COVID-19 patients.

Editor’s Note:  All information was correct at time of publication.

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Hong Kong will review two transport subsidy schemes that have resulted in significant expenditure over the years, the finance chief has said as he predicted a deficit of over HK$100 billion for the current fiscal year.

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Addressing lawmakers during the annual budget speech on Wednesday, Secretary for Finance Paul Chan said government departments would review the transport concessions for the elderly and disabled, as well as the rebate scheme for commuters, to ensure that the government could continue to offer the benefits in a “financially sustainable manner.”

The “HK$2 scheme,” named for the flat amount paid by those 60 and above and eligible disabled people on buses, the MTR and other transport modes, was forecast to cost the government HK$4 billion this fiscal year. That was more than double the expenditure 2019-20, when it cost HK$1.3 billion.

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The Public Transport Fare Subsidy Scheme had also cost the government more money in recent years, rising from HK$1.7 billion four years ago to HK$3.5 billion this fiscal year.

Under that subsidy scheme, commuters receive a rebate amounting to one-third of their public transport expenses when they spend more than HK$400 in a month. The rebate is subject to a cap of HK$400.

Chan said that both schemed were under review, expected to be completed this year, and that it was not authorities’ intention to cancel the subsidies.

A government source from the Labour and Welfare Bureau, which oversees the HK$2 scheme, said that the government would not change the eligibility requirements of the scheme.

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The source said the bureau had no comment on whether the government would consider increasing the flat amount beyond HK$2.

The Public Transport Fare Subsidy Scheme, first implemented in 2019, has recently been scaled back. Before a revision that came into effect last November, commuters could receive a subsidy of up to HK$500 per month.

The reviews came as Chan said Hong Kong expected to log a deficit of HK$101.6 billion in the current fiscal year ending in march, almost  double the forecast given by the government  last year.

The government’s revised revenue stood at HK$554.6 billion, which was HK$87.8 billion, or 13.7 per cent, lower than the original estimates.

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Hong Kong's plan for a new security law deepens fears over eroding civil liberties

As Hong Kong moves toward enacting a new national security law, more than three years after Beijing imposed a similar law that all but wiped out dissent and vocal pro-democracy media in the semi-autonomous Chinese city, concerns are spreading among the...

HONG KONG -- As Hong Kong moves toward enacting a new national security law, four years after Beijing imposed a similar law that all but wiped out dissent and vocal pro-democracy media in the semi-autonomous Chinese city, concerns are spreading among the city's international business and media communities.

Critics say the legislation will make Hong Kong’s legal system increasingly similar to that of mainland China , but the government argues it will affect only a “small minority” of disloyal residents.

Businesses and journalists fear that broad provisions on state secrets could criminalize their day to day work.

The Basic Law, the city's mini-constitution, requires it to pass a home-grown national security law. But previous efforts to pass such a law were defeated by a massive protest that saw them as efforts to erode the civil liberties Beijing promised to keep intact in the former British colony for 50 years after it returned to Chinese rule in 1997.

However, following a year of massive pro-democracy protest that rocked the city in 2019, China's rulers took harsh measures to impose control.

Under Beijing's 2020 National Security Law, many of the city’s leading activists were arrested and others fled abroad. Several vocal media outlets were shuttered. Large protests have been absent in the city in the post-pandemic era.

That law targeted politically active Hongkongers, but businesses and journalists are worried that the local law could bring more mainland-style surveillance and censorship to Hong Kong.

The city's many companies are concerned about how the new law could affect handling economic data or exclusive research, said George Chen, Hong Kong-based managing director for American policy consulting firm The Asia Group.

A public consultation document proposed criminal prosecution for unlawfully disclosing state secrets, echoing the broad definition of secrets used in mainland China, which covers economic, social and technological developments among other areas.

Last year, Chinese authorities raided the offices of consulting firm Capvision and corporate due diligence firm Mintz Group in mainland China as part of an ongoing crackdown on foreign businesses that handle sensitive economic data. An employee of a Japanese drugmaker was also detained on spying charges.

In response to questions from The Associated Press, the government said in an email that the legislation targets “an extremely small minority of people who endanger national security," insisting that normal business people, individuals, organizations and the media sector “will not unwittingly violate the law.”

It added that countries including Britain, the United States and Canada also have state secrets laws that cover sensitive information beyond traditional security fields, provided its unauthorized disclosure could jeopardize national security.

It's not clear when the government will table a bill in the legislature. A one-month public comment period ends Wednesday, and the government has said it intends to pass the law this year. With the legislature packed with Beijing loyalists following an electoral overhaul, it's expected to pass easily.

Johannes Hack, the president of the German Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong, told The Associated Press that the new law could change how people see the city’s status in China. For decades, Beijing allowed the city to maintain rule of law and civil liberties under a policy called “one country, two systems.”

The new definition of state secrets, he said in an email, “may increase the perception that the ‘one country’ aspect of Hong Kong’s special status is more in focus than the 'two systems.'”

“For Hong Kong to present a distinctive business advantage vis-a-vis the mainland, the two systems part is however quite important. Hong Kong in our view should be different ‘in fact and feeling,'" Hack said. The costs for businesses to comply with the “quite broad definition" of state secrets may also lead to investment being channeled elsewhere, he added.

The European Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong said it will study the consultation with great interest, while the American Chamber of Commerce said it was still soliciting members’ views.

Journalists, too, fear the implications of the new law.

A leading group for media professionals, Hong Kong Journalists Association, said in a submission to the government that all members who took part in a survey this month felt the new law would negatively affect press freedom, with 90% saying the effect would be significant.

The association said the broad and vague definition of state secrets would make it challenging for journalists to make sound judgement on what could constitute a threat to national security, and that could deter the press from reporting.

The group also expressed concern over a proposal to treat “colluding with foreign forces to issue a ‘misleading’ statement" that could endanger national security either intentionally or through negligence, as espionage. It feared that foreign public media services, such as the BBC or Voice of America, and their employees could be classified as “external forces.”

Two local news outlets known for critical coverage of the government, Apple Daily and Stand News, were already forced to shut down following the 2020 law, and senior management including Apple Daily publisher Jimmy Lai have been prosecuted.

Over the past month, the government briefed diplomats, business leaders and professional groups in a bid to allay their concerns. The officials often referred to the chaotic 2019 street protests to need for the new law.

Hong Kong leader John Lee previously said that the majority of the opinions submitted during the consultation period were in support of the new law.

It’s hard to know how ordinary people feel about the law in the city's present political climate. Any major protest is virtually impossible under the chilling effect after the existing security law was introduced. Many discussions about the proposals involving various sectors and residents were held privately. A pro-democracy party staged a small-scale protest against the law under police watch on Tuesday.

British Foreign Secretary David Cameron said in a statement Wednesday that the legislative proposals will have a negative impact on Hong Kongers' exercise of their rights and freedoms. He urged the government to reconsider its proposals and engage in “genuine and meaningful consultation” with its residents.

Secretary for Security Chris Tang has staunchly defended the proposed legislation, rejecting claims that parts of the law target media.

Michael Davis, professor of law and international affairs at O. P. Jindal Global University in India, said that ambiguities in the law's text could spread fear beyond what's explicitly banned. When laws are vague, he said, the public may not know what is prohibited until someone is prosecuted.

The consultation document signaled that the Hong Kong government intends to adopt almost completely the far-reaching national security concepts used in mainland China, he said.

Officials have pledged to add more precise definitions of the elements and penalties of the offences to the final bill, and said they would consider adding a public interest defense.

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SINGAPORE – Dotted across Hong Kong are small shops that convert between cash and crypto with few questions asked, a modern-day echo of the city’s freewheeling past. Soon, many may shut under a looming crackdown.

Officials estimate that 450 shops, automated teller machines and websites in Hong Kong offer such services. They are a key slice of over-the-counter (OTC) crypto trades, which accounted for the bulk of the US$64 billion (S$86 billion) in digital assets that flowed through the city in the year to June 2023, according to Chainalysis.

Some crypto shops are suspected of facilitating banned activity, for instance, Chinese nationals flouting foreign transfer limits or scammers luring investors into frauds.

Against that backdrop, Hong Kong plans a licensing regime under the Customs department that will force crypto OTC providers to collect customer records and add staff to monitor for misconduct, portending a jump in costs.

The city, in parallel, is aiming for a deck of tightly regulated crypto exchanges as the main alternative to the OTC route into digital assets. Such exchanges face a Feb 29 deadline to obtain or apply for a permit under a rulebook imposed by the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) in mid-2023.

The planned OTC framework “will lead to consolidation and a reduction in the use of these platforms as on-ramps into crypto”, said Ms Ong Chengyi, head of policy for the Asia-Pacific region at Chainalysis, which tracks digital asset transactions.

Providers will have to better manage crime, cyber security and other operational risks, she said.

Hong Kong’s Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau in February began a consultation until April 12 on the OTC rules. The focus is on preventing money laundering, terrorism financing and fraudulent activity.

The provisions will not apply to service providers like digital asset exchanges that are already subject to robust SFC or Hong Kong Monetary Authority oversight.

One of Hong Kong’s OTC companies is One Satoshi, which operates a chain of stores. Co-founder Roger Li said the business mostly serves retail investors, typically for small trades of HK$10,000 (S$1,720) or less.

While the firm already conducts anti-money laundering and know-your-customer checks, new requirements related to compliance staff and record keeping may lift costs, Mr Li said. OTC firms “will either have to stop the crypto business or apply for the new licence”, he said, adding that more guidance is awaited.

Hong Kong pivoted towards fostering a digital asset hub in late 2022, part of an effort to appear cutting edge amid doubts about the city’s future, given Beijing’s growing control over the former British colony. The SFC rolled out rules for crypto exchanges in June 2023, welcoming licence applications while stressing the need for investor protection, given the sector’s history of volatility and fraud.

There are currently two authorised digital asset exchanges, HashKey Exchange and OSL Group.

Some 19 others have applied for permits.

The SFC is also open to allowing exchange-traded funds that invest directly in crypto, while the city’s monetary authority is framing rules for stablecoins – a type of token meant to hold a constant value, typically US$1.

Regulatory challenge

“Bringing OTC transactions into the regulatory structure is a natural extension of the regime,” said Mr Vince Turcotte, an adviser to crypto exchanges. “The primary impact will be to further legitimise the market in Hong Kong.”

Hong Kong is vying with the likes of Singapore and Dubai to woo digital asset businesses. The jury is out on how well it will do, as well as whether crypto and its underlying blockchain technology are worth pursuing at scale at all.

In 2023, the blow-up of the unlicensed JPEX crypto platform in Hong Kong led to HK$1.6 billion of losses, highlighting again the risks in the sector.

The city’s drive to police the industry and surface transactions is far from a straightforward task, given the plethora of crypto platforms globally as well as opportunities for peer-to-peer trading that are challenging to track. BLOOMBERG

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Shein, the fast-fashion giant famous for $2 T-shirts, is exploring a London IPO after New York was too tough, sources say

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Fast-fashion company Shein is considering the possibility of switching its initial public offering to London from New York because of hurdles to the listing in the US, according to people with knowledge of the matter.

Shein, which was founded in China but is now headquartered in Singapore, is in the early stages of exploring the London option as it has judged it unlikely that the US Securities and Exchange Commission will approve its IPO, the people said, asking not to be identified discussing confidential information. 

Shein is still working on its application to list in the US — its preferred location, the people said. It would need to file a new overseas listing application with Chinese regulators if it decided to switch to London or elsewhere, they added. Other venues including Hong Kong or Singapore may also be considered, two of the people said.

A representative for Shein declined to comment.

London Calling

A listing in London would be a potential boon to the beleaguered market, after one of the worst years for IPOs in its modern history. About $1 billion was raised in the UK via IPOs last year, the lowest level in decades, according to data compiled by Bloomberg. 

The UK is also struggling to stem an exodus of firms to the US and elsewhere. Chip designer Arm Holdings Plc spurned London for a New York IPO last year, even after the UK government lobbied for a domestic listing by the Cambridge, England-based company. Already-listed companies are migrating abroad, with TUI AG shareholders  voting  earlier this month to delist from the London Stock Exchange and move trading primarily to Germany.

“Listing on the LSE is a short-term compromise taken by Shein to prioritize certainty over valuation and liquidity,” said Ke Yan, head of research at DZT Research in Singapore. Asked if Shein’s possible shift might encourage Chinese firms to list in London, he said: “Short answer is ‘No’,” given the market is much smaller than the US, as well as exchanges in Hong Kong and China.  Play Video

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US IPOs by Chinese companies have mostly been  small and rare  in the years since Didi Global Inc. was forced off the boards in New York, part of a crackdown that essentially closed the market to first-time share sales by Chinese firms. Amer Sports Inc.’s $1.6 billion offering in February was the biggest China-backed IPO to tap the US market since Didi raised $4.4 billion in 2021, and the first to raise more than $200 million in that time.

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Shein has been subject to scrutiny from the US, with Senator Marco Rubio among those asking the SEC to  block  its listing, saying the company needs to disclose more about its operations in China. Last year, a member of US Congress asked for a probe into Shein’s cotton supply from Xinjiang. US-China trade tensions have also been simmering for years.

“Firms closely linked to China will find it more challenging to comply with US requirements regarding transparency and how to satisfy Chinese regulators simultaneously,” said Gary Ng, a senior economist for Natixis in Hong Kong. “There will be more trials to find alternatives, and the Shein case can serve as a case to test water,” he said. “If Hong Kong’s sentiment improves eventually, it may still be the best and easiest choice.”

A pioneer of ultra-fast fashion with items such as shirts and swimsuits for as little as $2, Shein filed last year for a US IPO aiming for a valuation of $80 billion to $90 billion, people familiar with the matter said at the time. Private trades in late 2023 valued the company much lower, at about $50 billion. 

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Hong Kong population boosted by mainland Chinese inflow in 2023

One-way permits offset natural decrease, emigrants, other downward pressure

HONG KONG -- Hong Kong's population increased slightly last year, owing mainly to an arrangement that allows mainland Chinese to live in the city.

The city's residents rose to 7,503,100 at the end of 2023, up by 30,500, or 0.4%, from a year ago, according to a provisional estimate released by the Census and Statistics Department on Tuesday.

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  1. Travel to Hong Kong Is Back

    Published on June 9, 2023. Trending Videos ... In addition to easing entry requirements, authorities in Hong Kong have eliminated the curfews and mask mandates that had kept a tight lid on dining ...

  2. Travel Advisory

    U.S. Consulate General to Close on November 23, 2023; Speeches. ... Security Alert: U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau (June 28, 2022) ... For the latest information about COVID-19 quarantine and travel restrictions in Hong Kong and Macau, please see our COVID-19 webpage.

  3. Things to know before traveling to Hong Kong 2023

    Hong Kong Arrival Requirements. Requirements to enter Hong Kong include: A negative RAT result taken within 24 hours or an RT-PCR test result conducted within 48 hours of boarding is mandated. Hong Kong residents do not need to be fully vaccinated to enter the city.

  4. Passenger Guide

    To facilitate the need of COVID-19 test result for travel purpose, COVID-19 testing services for departure passengers are available at the non-restricted area of Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA). The specimens will be tested by HKSAR Government recognised local COVID-19 nucleic acid testing institutions.

  5. Travelling to Hong Kong? Here's what you need to know

    The government has set up a page for all your questions about inbound travel to Hong Kong. Due to the changing nature of Covid-19 measures, please visit this link to keep updated with the latest ...

  6. Latest Entry Requirements To Hong Kong

    14 February 2023 . LATEST ENTRY REQUIREMENTS TO HONG KONG . The Hong Kong authorities announced on 03 February 2023 that with effect from 06 February 2023, non-Hong Kong residents coming to Hong Kong from overseas places need not be fully vaccinated. The latest pre-departure requirements are as follows: a) Except those aged three and below on the day of arrival at Hong Kong, rapid Antigen Test ...

  7. Entry requirement to Hong Kong from the US

    Entry requirement to Hong Kong from the US. All pre-departure and post arrival quarantine and testing requirements have been removed. Vaccination requirement for all inbound travelers coming to Hong Kong has also been lifted. All inbound persons must pass temperature checks upon arrival. Those found with symptoms will be referred to the ...

  8. Hong Kong International Travel Information

    Call us in Washington, D.C. at 1-888-407-4747 (toll-free in the United States and Canada) or 1-202-501-4444 (from all other countries) from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). See the State Department's travel website for the Worldwide Caution and Travel Advisories.

  9. PDF Tips for flying to Hong Kong

    Tips for flying to Hong Kong No vaccination requirements COVID Wear a mask to travel safely This includes public transport unless you are in a country park or are conducting a strenuous physical activity. To know more and for travel tips, contact us: Facebook Messenger Webchat [email protected] +852 2508 1234 (9am to 6pm daily) *Travellers (except ...

  10. Latest entry requirements to Hong Kong

    13 April 2023 . LATEST ENTRY REQUIREMENTS TO HONG KONG . With effect from 1 April 2023, all pre-departure and post-arrival quarantine and testing requirements for inbound travellers to Hong Kong have been lifted.All inbound travellers must pass temperature checks upon arrival and those found with symptoms will be referred to the Department of Health for further handling.

  11. China Travel Advisory

    Travel Advisory June 30, 2023. See Summaries - Mainland China, Hong Kong & Macau. O D K E N H U T C. ... Summary: Since the imposition of the National Security Law on June 30, 2020, the People's Republic of China (PRC) has demonstrated an intent to use the law to target a broad range of activities such as acts of secession, subversion ...

  12. Travelling to Hong Kong

    Those intending to TRANSIT through Hong Kong are entitled to 7-day visa-free stay in Hong Kong. Arrival day is counted as Day 0. For example, if you arrive at 0800 hr on May 1, your permitted stay in Hong Kong is up to 2359 hr on May 8. "Transit" generally means travelling from country/territory A into Hong Kong, before leaving for

  13. PDF COVID-19 related travel updates

    Good news for travellers to Hong Kong! From April 1, 2023 onwards, all pre-departure and post-arrival quarantine and testing requirements have been removed. The Government recommends ... Travel documents/visa requirements IMPORTANT: Please check the number of visa-free days you have, or whether you need to apply

  14. Hong Kong (Travel Restrictions, COVID Tests & Quarantine Requirements

    Testing and quarantine requirements. Foreign nationals and non‑Hong Kong residents twelve years old and above must be fully vaccinated to be accepted for travel to Hong Kong. All passengers three years old and above must present a negative COVID‑19 pre‑departure test. They may also voluntarily declare the test result via the Department of ...

  15. Hong Kong (SAR of China) travel advice

    23 November 2023. Latest update: This travel advice has been rewritten to make it easier to read and understand. This travel advice covers the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR). For ...

  16. Travel health advice

    Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all travellers is important to us. Before your journey, follow these recommendations to safeguard your health and enjoy a worry-free visit to Hong Kong. Discuss with your family doctor before your trip if you have any medical conditions. Keep any medications that need to be taken regularly in your hand luggage.

  17. 5 things to know before traveling to Hong Kong in 2023

    If you're planning to go to Hong Kong this 2023, here are five essential things to know and prepare for ahead of your trip. 1. Rapid Antigen Test requirement within 24 hours before scheduled flight. While Hong Kong waived the RT-PCR test and isolation requirements, a self-administered Rapid Antigen Test (RAT) is still required within 24 hours ...

  18. Entry requirements

    Passport validity requirements. Your passport must be valid for at least one month after the date you plan to leave Hong Kong. Check with your travel provider that your passport and other travel ...

  19. Hong Kong Travel Advice & Safety

    Safety. The Hong Kong Government strictly controls demonstrations. Authorities may arrest protesters. Avoid protests and large gatherings. Don't photograph or video protests. Violent crime is rare, but some petty crime happens. Thieves target tourist spots and crowded places, such as markets and trains. Take care of your belongings.

  20. Travel to Hong Kong is Back: All the Travel Requirements ...

    Day 0 "First Day of your Trip": The day you arrive in Hong Kong will include a "Test and Go" arrangement at the airport. Inbound Travelers will take a PCR Test and will be given an "Amber Code" once taken. You do not need to wait for the result of your PCR Test and can head directly to your accommodations. Day 0-2/3 " Medical ...

  21. New Year, New Restrictions: Which China Travel Restrictions Include

    Countries where Hong Kong travelers are EXEMPT from mainland China testing restrictions. The UK has expressly stated that their restrictions on mainland China do not apply to Hong Kong; Japan is exempting Hong Kong passengers from testing on-arrival, however airlines have experienced flight caps from the city; Taiwan left Hong Kong out of their new Mainland China on-arrival testing requirements

  22. [UPDATED] Your Guide To Hong Kong's Latest Travel Restrictions

    Your Updated Guide To Hong Kong Travel Restrictions: No More Hotel Quarantine, Testing Requirements & More. 26 September, 2022. Ready to fly out of the city now that Hong Kong hotel quarantine has ended? Here's what to know about the new "0+3" scheme, testing requirements and more…. After more than two years under the world's ...

  23. Hong Kong Budget 2024: Costly transport subsidy schemes face review

    The reviews came as Chan said Hong Kong expected to log a deficit of HK$101.6 billion in the current fiscal year ending in march, almost double the forecast given by the government last year.

  24. Smiles in the street once again: Hong Kong scraps mask rule after

    Health minister Lo Chung-mau said the axing of the mask mandate signified Hong Kong was returning to a state of normality. "The lifting of the mask mandate means an official end to all social ...

  25. Hong Kong's plan for a new security law deepens fears over eroding

    HONG KONG -- As Hong Kong moves toward enacting a new national security law, four years after Beijing imposed a similar law that all but wiped out dissent and vocal pro-democracy media in the semi ...

  26. Hong Kong prepares sweeping rules to foil stealthy crypto purchases

    One of Hong Kong's OTC companies is One Satoshi, which operates a chain of stores. Co-founder Roger Li said the business mostly serves retail investors, typically for small trades of HK$10,000 ...

  27. PDF International Exchanges Scheme Kan Tong Po Visiting Fellowships

    Hong Kong based scientists to collaborate with an academic based in either the UK or USA. ... 07 June 2023, 15:00 (UK Time) Expected results September 2023 . 3 3 Finance ... • Costs for travel to or from a third country are not eligible.

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  29. Hong Kong population boosted by mainland Chinese inflow in 2023

    HONG KONG -- Hong Kong's population increased slightly last year, owing mainly to an arrangement that allows mainland Chinese to live in the city. The city's residents rose to 7,503,100 at the end ...