U.S. citizens can enter Hong Kong for a period of up to three months without a visa, provided they have a passport that is valid for at least one month after the period of their intended stay in Hong Kong. Those who wish to stay longer must apply for a visa before traveling to Hong Kong, preferably at least six weeks in advance. Applications should be made to your nearest Chinese Consulate or at the Visa Office:

Embassy of the People's Republic of China
Room 110, 2201 Wisconsin Avenue, N.W. Washington, D.C. 2007
Tel (202) 338-6688
Fax (202) 588-9760

Upon arrival in Hong Kong, visitors must show proof of a return or onward ticket (unless they are in transit to mainland China or Macau). Visitors must also show that they have adequate funds for their stay in Hong Kong (generally, a confirmed hotel reservation, a valid international credit card and/or an appropriate amount of cash will suffice). Visitors are not allowed to work in any capacity (either paid or unpaid), to establish or join any business, or to enter school as a student. Nor, except in the most unusual circumstances, are visitors allowed to change their status after arrival.

Check out more immigration information from the Immigration Department of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.

If you're traveling to Hong Kong from the United States but not a U.S. citizen, please contact the consulate office of your country. You may find out your consulate office contact information with our consulate search.


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