Hong Kong (China)Entry and visas

Hong Kong (China) entry rules

Citizens of Russia, Belarus, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Georgia, Israel, the EU, the UK, the US, Canada, Türkiye, Serbia and Australia do not need to arrange a visa for Hong Kong (China) in advance: the stay is 14 to 180 days depending on the passport. Citizens of Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan and Moldova apply for an e-visa online in advance.

Checked against official sources on 9 October 2026.

Entry rules by passport

For a tourist trip. Checked on 9 October 2026 against the official sources listed below the table.

Passport	Entry	Stay	Conditions
Russia	Visa-free	14 days	Source: HK ImmD
Belarus	Visa-free	30 days	Source: HK ImmD
Ukraine	Visa-free	14 days	Source: HK ImmD
Kazakhstan	Visa-free	14 days	Source: HK ImmD
Uzbekistan	e-Visa	—	Apply online to the Hong Kong Immigration Department (about 4 weeks; you print the e-Visa yourself) or through a Chinese embassy.Source: HK ImmD
Kyrgyzstan	e-Visa	—	Apply online to the Hong Kong Immigration Department (about 4 weeks; you print the e-Visa yourself) or through a Chinese embassy.Source: HK ImmD
Tajikistan	e-Visa	—	Apply online to the Hong Kong Immigration Department (about 4 weeks; you print the e-Visa yourself) or through a Chinese embassy.Source: HK ImmD
Turkmenistan	e-Visa	—	Apply online to the Hong Kong Immigration Department (about 4 weeks; you print the e-Visa yourself) or through a Chinese embassy.Source: HK ImmD
Armenia	Visa-free	30 days	Source: HK ImmD
Azerbaijan	e-Visa	—	Apply online to the Hong Kong Immigration Department (about 4 weeks; you print the e-Visa yourself) or through a Chinese embassy.Source: HK ImmD
Georgia	Visa-free	30 days	Source: HK ImmD
Moldova	e-Visa	—	Apply online to the Hong Kong Immigration Department (about 4 weeks; you print the e-Visa yourself) or through a Chinese embassy.Source: HK ImmD
Israel	Visa-free	90 days	Source: HK ImmD
EU countries	Visa-free	90 days	Same for all 27 EU countries.Source: HK ImmD
United Kingdom	Visa-free	180 days	180 days for British citizens; other British nationality passports get 90 days.Source: HK ImmD
United States	Visa-free	90 days	Source: HK ImmD
Canada	Visa-free	90 days	Source: HK ImmD
Turkey	Visa-free	90 days	Source: HK ImmD
Serbia	Visa-free	14 days	Biometric passports only; non-biometric passport holders need a visa.Source: HK ImmD
Australia	Visa-free	90 days	Source: HK ImmD

RussiaVisa-free
14 days
Source: HK ImmD
BelarusVisa-free
30 days
Source: HK ImmD
UkraineVisa-free
14 days
Source: HK ImmD
KazakhstanVisa-free
14 days
Source: HK ImmD
Uzbekistane-Visa
Apply online to the Hong Kong Immigration Department (about 4 weeks; you print the e-Visa yourself) or through a Chinese embassy.
Source: HK ImmD
Kyrgyzstane-Visa
Apply online to the Hong Kong Immigration Department (about 4 weeks; you print the e-Visa yourself) or through a Chinese embassy.
Source: HK ImmD
Tajikistane-Visa
Apply online to the Hong Kong Immigration Department (about 4 weeks; you print the e-Visa yourself) or through a Chinese embassy.
Source: HK ImmD
Turkmenistane-Visa
Apply online to the Hong Kong Immigration Department (about 4 weeks; you print the e-Visa yourself) or through a Chinese embassy.
Source: HK ImmD
ArmeniaVisa-free
30 days
Source: HK ImmD
Azerbaijane-Visa
Apply online to the Hong Kong Immigration Department (about 4 weeks; you print the e-Visa yourself) or through a Chinese embassy.
Source: HK ImmD
GeorgiaVisa-free
30 days
Source: HK ImmD
Moldovae-Visa
Apply online to the Hong Kong Immigration Department (about 4 weeks; you print the e-Visa yourself) or through a Chinese embassy.
Source: HK ImmD
IsraelVisa-free
90 days
Source: HK ImmD
EU countriesVisa-free
90 days. Same for all 27 EU countries.
Source: HK ImmD
United KingdomVisa-free
180 days. 180 days for British citizens; other British nationality passports get 90 days.
Source: HK ImmD
United StatesVisa-free
90 days
Source: HK ImmD
CanadaVisa-free
90 days
Source: HK ImmD
TurkeyVisa-free
90 days
Source: HK ImmD
SerbiaVisa-free
14 days. Biometric passports only; non-biometric passport holders need a visa.
Source: HK ImmD
AustraliaVisa-free
90 days
Source: HK ImmD

Sources: Hong Kong Immigration Department — visa requirements and visa-free periods (updated August 2026)

What is checked at the border

You need enough money for the whole stay, since visitors may not work.
You need a return or onward ticket, unless you are travelling on to mainland China or Macao.
The purpose must be a visit: working (even unpaid), doing business or studying requires a visa.
Even if every requirement is met, entry can still be refused at the border.
To stay longer than the visa-free period, get a visa before you travel.

How to extend your stay

Extensions are possible only for a special or urgent need: online when 14 days or fewer remain, or in person or by post within 7 days of expiry, at the Immigration Department.

Overstay penalties

Overstaying is a breach of the conditions of stay and a criminal offence: a fine of up to HK$50,000 (≈ $6,400) and up to 2 years in prison.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa for Hong Kong (China)?

Citizens of Russia, Belarus, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Georgia, Israel, the EU, the UK, the US, Canada, Türkiye, Serbia and Australia enter without a visa. Citizens of Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan and Moldova apply for an e-visa in advance.

How long can I stay in Hong Kong (China) without a visa?

14 days for citizens of Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan and Serbia. 30 days for citizens of Belarus, Armenia and Georgia. 90 days for citizens of Israel, the EU, the US, Canada, Türkiye and Australia. 180 days for citizens of the UK.

Can the stay be extended?

Extensions are possible only for a special or urgent need: online when 14 days or fewer remain, or in person or by post within 7 days of expiry, at the Immigration Department.

What happens if I overstay?

Overstaying is a breach of the conditions of stay and a criminal offence: a fine of up to HK$50,000 (≈ $6,400) and up to 2 years in prison.

What is checked on entry to Hong Kong (China)?

You need enough money for the whole stay, since visitors may not work. You need a return or onward ticket, unless you are travelling on to mainland China or Macao. The purpose must be a visit: working (even unpaid), doing business or studying requires a visa. Even if every requirement is met, entry can still be refused at the border. To stay longer than the visa-free period, get a visa before you travel.

How can I stay in Hong Kong (China) longer?

A visa-free stay does not give the right to live in the country. A longer stay needs a long-term visa or a residence permit: top Talent Pass Scheme (TTPS) — for high earners and graduates of top universities, employment — General Employment Policy (GEP), quality Migrant Admission Scheme (QMAS), investors — New Capital Investment Entrant Scheme, from HK$30 million, study, family — joining a spouse or parent as a dependant.

Sources

Checked on 9 October 2026. Entry rules change: check them on the consulate website before you travel.