Hong Kong•AsiaABTC — APEC Business Travel Card (亞太經合組織商務旅行卡)
At a Glance
3–6 months
HKD $500
3 months
Not renewable
Renewal
Not renewable
Family
Not specified
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
Overview
Multi-entry business travel card for Hong Kong permanent residents to 21 APEC economies over five years, with fast-track airport access.
The APEC Business Travel Card (ABTC) is a multi-entry credential for Hong Kong permanent residents engaged in frequent regional commerce. It streamlines travel across 21 APEC member economies by pre-clearing applicants and bypassing individual visa applications. qualification requires a valid Hong Kong permanent identity card, clean criminal record, and demonstrated business necessity.
The ABTC costs HK$700 to obtain and is non-renewable, requiring reapplication after the five-year term expires. The card grants 60–90 day stays per visit. Fast-track immigration lanes at major airports enhance efficiency. Processing takes 90–180 days due to multi-economy referral. Strictly for business purposes; no employment, residency, spousal work rights, or dependent visas are permitted.
This visa is ideal for Hong Kong-based executives, entrepreneurs, and senior managers who frequently travel across the APEC region for commercial activities and value a single pre-approved, fast-track credential.
Stay & Extensions
| Initial grant | 3 months |
Requirements
PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS
Hold a HK permanent identity card and valid passport
Bona fide business person needing frequent travel in the APEC region
No criminal record
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Passport copy
HKID copy
Supporting letter from employer/business contact
Advantages & Considerations
Key Benefits
- Multi-entry card valid for 5 years across 21 APEC economies
- Up to 60-90 days per stay in each APEC economy
- No job offer required to apply
- Fast-track entry at participating APEC airport immigration counters
- Accessible to Hong Kong permanent residents from all nationalities
- Streamlined application with option for interim card while processing
- Business professionals gain significant competitive advantage in regional travel
Worth Knowing
- Non-renewable card — requires full reapplication after 5 years
- Application fee increased to HK$700 (up from HK$500)
- Application processing takes several months due to APEC multi-economy referral requirements
- Strict criminal record requirement — any offense disqualifies applicants
- Cannot be used for employment or residency; strictly limited to business activities
Application Process
Submit application
Referral to other APEC economies
Collection upon approval
Application Forms
| ID 900 Application for APEC Business Travel Card — main application form, must be completed in English | Fill online |
| SF/IM/1609Optional Options for receiving an interim card — used to nominate up to five priority APEC economies (optional) | Fill online |
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