China passport → Hong Kong

Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Hong Kong?

Visa required in advance7 days

Chinese passport holders need a visa for Hong Kong, arranged before you travel. Depending on the country, that means an online application, a sponsor or agent, or an appointment at a visa centre.

Apply on the official site: immd.gov.hk

What this means for your trip

Start early. Some countries take the whole application online; others need a visa-centre appointment for fingerprints, and waits can be long in peak season.
Typical documents: application form, photos, bank statements, tax returns, an employment letter, bookings and travel insurance.
If you already hold certain other visas, a simpler route may apply. Check the section below.

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Hong Kong at a glance

Capital: City of Victoria
Currency: Hong Kong dollar (HKD)
Languages: English, Chinese
Calling code: +852
Region: Eastern Asia

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Hong Kong for other passports

IndiaeTA
United StatesVisa-free90 days
United KingdomVisa-free180 days
United Arab EmiratesVisa-free30 days
ChinaVisa required7 days
SingaporeVisa-free90 days
PakistaneVisa
BangladesheVisa
Sri LankaeVisa
NepaleVisa
NigeriaeVisa
PhilippinesVisa-free14 days

Nearby in Eastern Asia for Chinese passport holders

JapaneVisa
MongoliaeVisa
South KoreaeVisa
MacaoVisa required7 days
North KoreaVisa required
TaiwanVisa required

Common questions

Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Hong Kong?

Chinese passport holders need a visa for Hong Kong, arranged before you travel. Depending on the country, that means an online application, a sponsor or agent, or an appointment at a visa centre.

How long can Chinese citizens stay in Hong Kong?

Up to 7 days under the current visa required rule. Longer stays need a different visa.

Can Chinese citizens get a visa on arrival in Hong Kong?

Not under the standard rules.

How many countries can Chinese citizens visit without a visa?

84 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The China passport ranks #50 of 93 (passports with equal scores share a rank).

Source: Passport Index Data. Updated weekly. Rules can change, so give the official site a quick look before you fly.