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Hong Kong Visa Requirements 2026: Complete Guide by Nationality
Hong Kong has separate immigration from mainland China — most Western passports get 90-day visa-free entry.
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Hong Kong has separate immigration from mainland China — most Western passports get 90-day visa-free entry.
Visa Requirements by Nationality
| Passport | Type | Duration | Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USA | Visa-free | 90 days | $0 | Tourist entry |
| UK | Visa-free | 180 days | $0 | Tourist entry (BNO 6 months) |
| Canada | Visa-free | 90 days | $0 | Tourist entry |
| Australia | Visa-free | 90 days | $0 | Tourist entry |
| EU passports | Visa-free | 90 days | $0 | Tourist entry |
| Japan | Visa-free | 90 days | $0 | Tourist entry |
| Singapore | Visa-free | 90 days | $0 | Tourist entry |
| India | Pre-arrival registration | 14 days | $0 | PAR online |
| China (mainland) | Two-Way Permit | Varies | $0 | Special permit |
What You Need to Enter Hong Kong
- Passport valid 1+ month beyond stay
- Return/onward ticket
- Proof of funds (~HKD 7,500)
- Hong Kong is separate from China — mainland visa doesn't apply
Planning your trip? See our complete Hong Kong travel guide, the destinations index, or the Ultimate Bucket List for inspiration.
Hong Kong Visa FAQ
Do you need a visa for Hong Kong?
Most Western passports — no, 90-day visa-free (180 for UK). Indians need PAR (Pre-Arrival Registration, free).
Is Hong Kong visa same as China visa?
No — separate immigration jurisdictions. Mainland China visa does NOT cover Hong Kong; HK entry does NOT cover mainland.
Can you cross from Hong Kong to mainland China?
Yes via land border (Lo Wu, Lok Ma Chau) — but you exit HK + enter mainland China, requiring separate Chinese visa.
Can you transit through Hong Kong?
Yes — most nationalities get visa-free transit. HK Airport has 24-hour shopping + lounges.
How does Hong Kong differ from China for tourism?
English widely spoken; Cantonese over Mandarin; HKD currency; left-side driving (unlike mainland); separate immigration + customs.
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John Morrison is the founder and lead travel writer at Packzup. Over the past decade he has explored destinations across Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and Oceania — always self-funded, never on a press trip.