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* Price shown is for a 30 day trip to Hong Kong with 50,000 dollar coverage for an adult of age 25 years
Hong Kong is known for its towering skyscrapers and vibrant street life. Its iconic Victoria Harbour offers stunning skyline views and nightly light shows. Is Hong Kong the next destination on your travel wishlist? You will need a Hong Kong tourist visa first to make your dream come true. Here's a detailed guide on the Hong Kong tourist visa application process.
Hong Kong is not a separate country. It is a Special Administrative Region of China, but you need a separate visa for it. Indians are required to apply for a Hong Kong tourist visa to visit this unique destination.
Description | Details |
Country | Special Administrative Region (SAR) of China |
Currency | Hong Kong Dollar (HKD) (HKD 1= INR 10.68) |
Official Languages | Chinese and English |
Time Zone | Hong Kong Time (HKT) |
Popular Tourist Destinations | Victoria Harbour, Disneyland Hong Kong, Ocean Park. |
Hong Kong Tourist Visa processing time | 4 weeks |
As per the Hong Kong tourist visa requirements, you have to submit various documents with your Hong Kong visa application. The embassy uses these documents to check your identity, your financial capacity, and your intentions to return to India after your trip.Â
Here's a checklist of all the documents you need to submit with your application.
Document Type | Details |
Passport | Copy of passport mentioning the expiry date, personal details, date of issue, and other visas issued. |
Visa Application Form | Completed and signed visa application form 1003A. |
Photographs as per Hong Kong tourist visa photo requirements | Recent passport-sized photographs complying with Hong Kong tourist visa photo requirements. 1. Photo size should be 40 mm x 50 mm. 2. The photo should have a plain white background. |
Transport details | Copy of confirmed round-trip flight bookings and other arrangements about transport. |
Proof of Travel Purpose | Proof that you are travelling to Hong Kong for leisure or tourism. You can attach: 1. Receipt of booking a tour package. 2. Proposed itinerary including tourist activities. For a transit visa, submit proof showing that you will visit another destination such as an onward flight ticket. |
Financial Proof | Documents showing your financial status. You can provide: Tax receipts Bank statements Employment proof like salary slips or a leave approval letter. |
Invitation Letter | Letter of invitation from a host in Hong Kong (if visiting friends/family). |
Sponsor's Documents | If a resident of Hong Kong is sponsoring your trip, you must also submit their documents, such as: Passport/travel document Copy of their identity card Form number 1003B |
If any of the documents are in your regional language, you must attach an English or Chinese translation as well.
Those who want to visit this country for up to 14 days, can do so without applying for a visa. However, you must complete a 'pre-arrival registration' before you travel to Hong Kong. This registration can be done online.
You need to provide your personal details including your name, gender, marital status, birth date, place of birth, address, contact number, etc. However, you don't need to attach any supporting documents with the form.
Hong Kong has different visa types to accommodate tourists wishing to stay for certain durations and visit purposes. Here's a quick summary of the Hong Kong tourist visa types.
If you wish to visit Hong Kong for tourism, transit, or to visit family or friends, you may not need to go through the Hong Kong tourist visa application process. You can stay in Hong Kong without a visa for up to 14 days. However, you must complete a 'pre-arrival registration' online' before you travel to Hong Kong.
If you are planning to visit Hong Kong for more than 14 days as a tourist or to visit family or friends, you must apply for a regular Hong Kong tourist visa from India. This Hong Kong tourist visa type allows you to stay longer than 14 days, however, you cannot engage in any business, educational courses or employment on this visa.
You must comply with the following Hong Kong tourist visa requirements:
For a visa-free visit to Hong Kong (visit up to 14 days), you must complete a pre-arrival registration process online. Here is the step-by-step process of registering for your visit to this region.
If you wish to apply for a Hong Kong tourist visa from India, you need to complete an online application process. Here's how to apply for a Hong Kong tourist visa.
Here's a summary of the Hong Kong tourist visa fees you are required to pay along with your application.
Hong Kong Tourist Visa Types | Hong Kong Tourist visa fee |
Ordinary tourist visa | HKD 230 (INR 2461.11) |
Transit Visa | HKD 120 (INR 1284.06) |
*Visa fee subject to exchange rate fluctuations
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* Price shown is for a 30 day trip to Hong Kong with 50,000 dollar coverage for an adult of age 25 years