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Visit Visa/Entry Permit (訪客簽證)
VisasHong KongVisit Visa/Entry Permit (訪客簽證)
Hong KongHong Kong•Asia
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Visit Visa/Entry Permit (訪客簽證)

Tourist

At a Glance

Processing Time

4 weeks

Estimated Cost

HK$330 HKD

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

7-180 days

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

No dependents

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

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Overview

Short-term visit for leisure, business, or transit; visa-free for ~170 nationalities (7–180 days), with paid option (HKD 330) for others.

The Hong Kong Visit Visa/Entry Permit is a short-term travel document for leisure, social, or business visits to Hong Kong. Many nationalities enjoy visa-free access for 7 to 180 days; visa-required nationals may apply for an Entry Permit. You must hold a valid travel document, onward or return ticket (unless transiting to Mainland China or Macau), and sufficient funds.

Processing takes 28 days and costs HKD 330. Spouses cannot work. No employment, study, or status changes permitted during your stay.

This visa is ideal for international tourists, business travelers, and nationals of visa-free countries seeking short-term access to Hong Kong for leisure or transit purposes.

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Valid travel document

Onward or return ticket (unless transiting to Mainland China or Macau)

Adequate funds to cover duration of stay

No intention to take up employment (paid or unpaid)

No intention to enroll as a student or change immigration status after arrival

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid travel document (photocopy of personal particulars, issue date, expiry date)

Recent photograph

Proof of financial standing (e.g. bank statements, savings account passbooks)

Proof of transportation arrangement (e.g. flight itinerary, onward/return ticket)

Purpose-specific proof (e.g. hotel bookings for leisure; business invitation for business visit; sponsor's identity card for family visit)

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Low visa fee of HKD 330 for those requiring a visa
  • Fast 4-week processing time for visa applications
  • Many nationalities enjoy 7–180 days visa-free access
  • Simple documentation: valid passport, funds, onward ticket
  • Flexible purpose: leisure, social, or short-term business visits
  • Online application portal available for streamlined submission
  • No health examination or physical interview requirements

Worth Knowing

  • Visa-free duration varies dramatically by nationality (7–180 days)
  • Case-by-case discretionary approval for visa-required nationalities
  • No work authorization; employment and paid work strictly prohibited
  • Spouse cannot work; requires separate application if work permit needed
  • Onward or return ticket required (unless transiting to Mainland/Macau)
  • No employment allowed; cannot take up paid or unpaid work
  • Cannot change immigration status or enroll as student after arrival
  • No pathway to residency or work authorization via this visa

Application Process

1

Complete Form ID 1003A (applicant); if applicable, sponsor completes Form ID 1003B

2

Gather supporting documents: valid travel document, recent photograph, financial proof, transportation proof, and purpose-specific proof

3

Submit application online via gov.hk portal, by post to HKSAR Immigration Department, or through nearest Chinese diplomatic/consular mission

4

Await processing (normally 4 weeks upon receipt of all required documents)

5

Pay visa fee (HKD 330) upon approval notification

6

Download or print e-Visa

7

Present e-Visa together with travel document at Hong Kong immigration clearance

Application Forms

Go to application portal
ID 1003A
Application for Entry for Visit/Transit in Hong Kong (applicant)
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ID 1003BOptional
Application for Entry for Visit/Transit in Hong Kong (sponsor, if applicable)
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Verified Claims (11)

Last verified Jun 27, 2026
Application Steps
Complete Form ID 1003A (applicant); if applicable, sponsor completes Form ID 1003B; Gather supportin…
immd.gov.hk
Fee Breakdown
Visa fee: 330 HKD
immd.gov.hk
Fees
HKD 330
immd.gov.hk
Forms
ID 1003A; ID 1003B
immd.gov.hk
Application Portal
https://www.gov.hk/en/nonresidents/visarequire/visasentrypermits/applyvisit_transit.htm
gov.hk
Official Info
https://www.immd.gov.hk/eng/services/visas/visit-transit/visit-visa-entry-permit.html
immd.gov.hk
Max Stay
Varies by nationality (7–180 days visa-free for ~170 nationalities; case-by-case for visa-required n…
immd.gov.hk
Processing Estimates
{"minDays":28,"maxDays":28}
immd.gov.hk
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