List of Required Documents for Traveling to Hong Kong

As a Special Administrative Region of China, Hong Kong implements immigration policies different from mainland China. Below is a list of documents and relevant precautions that foreign tourists need to prepare when traveling to Hong Kong:

1. Basic Essential Documents

• Valid Passport
• The passport must remain valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned departure date from Hong Kong.

• The passport must have at least 1 blank visa page.

• Visa or Entry Permit

• Visa Exemption Policy: Citizens of some countries can enter Hong Kong without a visa (the length of stay varies depending on nationality and should be confirmed in advance).
  • Southeast Asian Countries: Such as Singapore, Malaysia, Japan, South Korea, etc., typically allowed visa-free stays of 7-90 days.
  • European and American Countries: Such as the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, etc., typically allowed visa-free stays of 30-90 days.
  • Other Countries: Please check the specific visa exemption policy through the Hong Kong Immigration Department website (link).

• Visa Application Required: If your nationality is not on the visa-exempt list, you need to apply for a visa at Chinese embassies/consulates abroad or the Hong Kong Immigration Department.

• Round-trip Ticket or Departure Proof

• You must provide proof of leaving Hong Kong (airplane, train, or ferry tickets; electronic or paper versions are both acceptable).

• Hotel Reservation or Accommodation Proof

• You must provide the address of your accommodation during your stay in Hong Kong (such as hotel confirmation letter, invitation letter from friends or family, etc.).

2. Permit for Travel to Hong Kong and Macao (Applicable Only to Mainland Chinese Residents)

• If you are a resident of mainland China, you need to additionally apply for the "Permit for Travel to Hong Kong and Macao" and a valid endorsement (such as the individual tourist endorsement "G endorsement").
• Foreign tourists do not need this document; they can directly enter using their passport + visa/exemption policy.

3. Additional Requirements for Special Groups

• Minors: A birth certificate and parental consent form are required if traveling alone or accompanied by only one guardian.
• Business/Conference Travelers: An invitation letter or conference certification issued by the Hong Kong inviting party is required.

4. Entry Procedures and Precautions

• Fill out the "Arrival Declaration Form": This can be obtained on the plane or at the entry counter.
• Immigration Check: Show your passport, visa (if applicable), round-trip ticket, and accommodation proof.
• Customs Declaration: If carrying more than HKD 120,000 in cash, valuable items, or items requiring declaration (such as tobacco or alcohol), fill out the declaration form.

5. Other Important Tips

• Length of Stay: Visa-exempt travelers must strictly adhere to the permitted number of days (as marked on the entry stamp); overstaying may result in fines or restrictions on re-entry.
• Pandemic-related Requirements: Currently, Hong Kong has abolished its COVID-19 quarantine policy, but it is still recommended to confirm whether a vaccination certificate or negative nucleic acid test report is required (based on the latest announcements).
• Document Copies: It is suggested to carry copies of the first page of your passport and visa page, keeping them separate from the originals.