Visa & Entry Requirements by Country in Kowloon, Hong Kong

1. People's Republic of China (PRC) Visa

Required for most countries. Allows entry to both Hong Kong and Mainland China.

Visa Type: Single-entry, double-entry, or multiple-entry visas available.
Application Process: Can be done online or at the Chinese embassy or consulate.
Validity Period: Varies based on visa type and purpose of visit.

Citizens from certain countries can enter Hong Kong without a visa for a specific period.

Eligible Countries: List of eligible countries available on official government websites.
Duration of Stay: Varies from 7 days to 180 days depending on the country.
Work and Study: Restrictions apply for work and study during stay under this scheme.

Allows transit through Hong Kong on way to another country in the Schengen Area.

Transit Time: Minimum stay of 24 hours is required.
Documentation: A valid Schengen visa, onward journey ticket, and sufficient funds are required.
Validity Period: Only valid for transit; not suitable for a layover.

Citizens from certain countries can enter Macau without a visa for a specific period.

Eligible Countries: List of eligible countries available on official government websites.
Duration of Stay: Varies from 30 days to 90 days depending on the country.
Work and Study: Restrictions apply for work and study during stay under this scheme.

Allows entry into Japan without a pre-arranged visa for a short stay.

Eligible Countries: Limited to certain countries; Hong Kong residents included.
Duration of Stay: Up to 15 days for tourist purposes.
Work and Study: Prohibited during stay under this scheme.

Allows online application and approval for a Thai visa.

Application Process: Can be done online within 3 business days.
Validity Period: Varies from 15 to 30 days depending on the type of e-Visa.
Entry Points: Limited to designated international airports and land border checkpoints.

Allows registration for a Malaysia visa online.

Application Process: Can be done online within 15 minutes.
Duration of Stay: Up to 14 days for tourist purposes.
Entry Points: Limited to designated international airports and land border checkpoints.

Allows online application and approval for an Indian tourist visa.

Application Process: Can be done online within 4 business days.
Validity Period: Varies from 30 days to 1 year depending on the type of e-Visa.
Entry Points: Limited to designated international airports.

Allows online application and approval for a South Korean visa.

Application Process: Can be done online within 5 business days.
Validity Period: Varies from 30 days to 90 days depending on the type of e-Visa.
Entry Points: Limited to designated international airports and seaports.

Allows online application and approval for a Taiwan visa.

Application Process: Can be done online within 10 business days.
Validity Period: Varies from 30 days to 90 days depending on the type of e-Visa.
Entry Points: Limited to designated international airports and seaports.

Allows citizens of certain countries to enter the USA for up to 90 days without a visa.

Eligible Countries: List of eligible countries available on official government websites.
Duration of Stay: Up to 90 days for tourist purposes.
Work and Study: Prohibited during stay under this program.

Allows online application and approval for an Australian visa.

Application Process: Can be done online within 1 business day.
Validity Period: Varies from 30 days to 1 year depending on the type of ETA.
Entry Points: Limited to designated international airports.

Allows online application and approval for a New Zealand visa.

Application Process: Can be done online within 1 business day.
Validity Period: Varies from 1 month to 2 years depending on the type of NZeTA.
Entry Points: Limited to designated international airports.

Allows entry into any of the 26 Schengen countries.

Application Process: Can be done at the embassy or consulate of any Schengen country.
Validity Period: Varies from 3 months to 5 years depending on the type of visa.
Multiple Entries: Most visas allow multiple entries within the validity period.

Allows entry into the UK for tourism, business, or visiting family and friends.

Application Process: Can be done online within 15 calendar days.
Validity Period: Varies from 6 months to 2 years depending on the type of visa.
Work and Study: Prohibited during stay under this visa; specific work or study visas are available.