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Immigration Guidelines for Entry to Hong Kong

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Check out the entry visa/permit requirements for persons who wish to enter Hong Kong for leisure/ social/ business visits, employment, investment, training, study and residence.

http://www.immd.gov.hk/ehtml/hkvisas_1.htm

Visit Visa/Entry Permit Requirements and Applications

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Nationals of about 170 countries and territories may visit Hong Kong visa-free for a period ranging from 7 days to 180 days. Check this webpage to learn whether you need a visa or entry permit to enter Hong Kong for a visit or transit.

http://www.immd.gov.hk/ehtml/hkvisas_visit.htm

HKSAR Travel Pass

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Frequent visitors who hold valid passports and are eligible to enter Hong Kong without a visa or entry permit may apply for a HKSAR Travel Pass. Find out who is eligible and how to make an application.

http://www.immd.gov.hk/ehtml/hktraveldoc_3.htm

The Individual Visit Scheme for Mainland Residents

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Under the Individual Visit Scheme, residents of selected Mainland cities may visit Hong Kong in their individual capacities. Find a full list of the Mainland cities covered by the Scheme and links to the websites of various provincial and city public security authorities on applications for exit endorsement.

http://www.tourism.gov.hk/english/visitors/visitors_ind.html

Entry Arrangement for Mainland Residents

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Find out the arrangement for Mainland residents to enter Hong Kong for settlement, official visits, private visits, transit, employment, training and study. Learn more about the application process, including supporting documents required, fees payable and processing time.

http://www.immd.gov.hk/ehtml/hkvisas_9.htm

Entry Arrangement for Macao Residents

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Macao residents holding different types of travel documents may enter Hong Kong for visit or transit for varying periods of time. Learn more about the arrangement here.

http://www.immd.gov.hk/ehtml/hkvisas_8.htm

iPermit Scheme for Chinese Residents of Taiwan

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The Scheme aims to enhance the travel convenience of visitors from Taiwan and offers an additional choice for Taiwan residents in applying for entry permits to visit Hong Kong. Eligible Chinese residents of Taiwan may apply for an iPermit through the authorised airlines or their agents. Learn more about the application procedures and find out which airlines have joined the Scheme.

http://www.immd.gov.hk/ehtml/hkvisas_12.htm

Entry Arrangement for Overseas Chinese and Chinese Residents of Taiwan

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Holders of People's Republic of China passports living overseas or Chinese residents of Taiwan need an appropriate entry permit to enter Hong Kong for visit, employment, training, study and residence. Find out how to apply for one here.

http://www.immd.gov.hk/ehtml/hkvisas_7.htm

FAQs on Hong Kong Visas/Entry Permits

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Find answers to frequently asked questions about Hong Kong visas or entry permits.

http://www.immd.gov.hk/ehtml/faq_hkv.htm

Fee for Visa Applications

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Check out the fees payable for different types of visas and applications for extension of stay.

http://www.immd.gov.hk/ehtml/feetable_5_1.htm

Performance Pledge for Issue of Visas and Permits

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Check out the standard processing time for different types of visas and permits.

http://www.immd.gov.hk/ehtml/pledge_p4_6.htm

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