Appendix 12 - Countries/Territories which have Agreed to Grant Visa-free Access/Visa-on-arrival to HKSAR Passport Holders

Notes:

The information on visa-free access or visa-on-arrival and duration of stay will generally be updated upon receipt of written notification from the receiving country / territory, and is intended for general reference only. Due to the time required for exchange of correspondences, HKSAR passport holders are advised to check with the relevant local consulate or officially recognised representatives or the nearest embassy or consular post of the country / territory concerned for accurate and up-to-date information before visiting the country / territory. The decision to approve or refuse a passenger's leave to enter a country / territory and the duration of stay given are usually determined on individual merits by the immigration authorities on arrival.

Remarks:

1. HKSAR passport holders may visit Albania visa-free for a stay of not more than 14 days on condition that the duration of stay does not exceed 90 days within the period of 180 days.
2. Visas will be granted upon arrival. HKSAR passport holders are advised to consult the relevant embassy or consulate for detailed information before travelling.
3. To be determined by the competent authorities upon arrival.
4. HKSAR passport holders do not need a visa to the Schengen area for a stay up to 90 days in any 180-day period. For information on the stay period in the Schengen area, please visit the website of the European Commission: https://ec.europa.eu/home-affairs/what-we-do/policies/borders-and-visas/border-crossing_en
5. According to the Embassy of Plurinational State of Bolivia in the People’s Republic of China, holders of the HKSAR passports can apply for the tourist visa upon arrival in Bolivia for a stay of 30 days. For more information on the documents required and applicable fees as well as other details, HKSAR passport holders are advised to refer to the following website before travelling to Bolivia: http://www.embolchina.cn/index.php/English
6. According to the information provided by the Government of Canada, starting from 15 March 2016, visa-exempt foreign nationals (including holders of HKSAR passport) who fly to or transit through Canada by air will require an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) prior to check-in for flight. Entry requirements for other methods of travel (land, sea) have not changed. Please visit the website of the Government of Canada at Canada.ca/eTA for details and for the on-line application. In case of enquiry, HKSAR passport holders are advised to consult the Consulate General of Canada in Hong Kong before travelling.
7. Visas will be granted upon arrival at the International Airport in Dili or Dili Sea Port.
8. Visas will be granted upon arrival at the Bole International Airport in Addis Ababa.
9. Visa-free access to Guam took effect on 28 November 2009. HKSAR passport holders are also required to present their valid Hong Kong permanent identity cards upon arriving in Guam.
10. Visas could be applied upon arrival to the Republic of Guyana. Please refer to the following website for more information on the documents required and applicable fees as well as other details: https://www.minfor.gov.gy/
11. Holders of a valid HKSAR passport enjoy visa-free access to enter Japan for the purpose of short-term visits of up to 90 days. This exemption does not apply when the visit is for purposes other than a short term visit, such as seeking employment or exercising a profession or other occupation. However, visa fees for these kinds of visits where a visa is required will be waived.
12. According to the information from the Chinese Consulate General in Almaty, Kazakhstan, if HKSAR passport holders intend to stay for more than 5 days after arrival, they should register their stay with the relevant authorities of their destination within 5 days of arrival. Certain hotels in Kazakhstan are authorised to register foreigners. Before travelling, HKSAR passport holders are advised to consult the Consulate General of Kazakhstan in Hong Kong for detailed information.
13. Visas will be granted upon arrival at Lao International Airports or Lao International border checkpoints for pleasure visit.
14. Visas will be granted upon arrival at the Nouakchott International Airport or the land border crossing checkpoint in Nouadhibou.
15. According to the Consulate General of Myanmar in Hong Kong, under the Tourist Visa Exemption Pilot Scheme of Myanmar, starting from now till 30 September 2019, HKSAR passport holders do not need a visa for visiting Myanmar for a stay of up to 30 days upon arrival at Yangon International Airport, Mandalay International Airport, Nay Pyi Taw International Airport, Yangon International Seaport of Myanmar and the land border checkpoints of Myanmar-Thailand and Myanmar-India.
16. Starting from 28 November 2009, other than a valid HKSAR passport, holders are also required to present their valid Hong Kong permanent identity cards upon arriving in the Northern Mariana Islands.
17. Visas will be granted upon arrival at the Seeb International Airport in Oman as well as sea ports and land border checkpoints.
18. The Palau authority has reconfirmed on 24 March 2009 that holders of HKSAR passport will be granted entry permit-on-arrival, free of charge, for a stay up to 30 days upon arrival in Palau.
19. According to the information from the Consulate General of State of Qatar in Hong Kong (Consulate General), visas will be granted upon arrival at the Doha Airport and other sea and land border points. HKSAR passport holders may also apply visas at the Consulate General prior to departure and are advised to consult the Consulate General for detailed information before travelling.
20. (1) Russia grants holders of HKSAR passport visa-free access up to 14 days. According to the information from the Chinese Embassy in Russia (Embassy), the duration of stay concerned should be counted starting from the date of entry. Those who fail to depart before the end of the duration of stay granted may commit an offence under the local law. For details, please refer to information of the Embassy and the website is as follows: http://ru.china-embassy.org/chn/fwzn/lsfws/zytz/t1331080.htm
    (2) According to the information from the Embassy, if HKSAR passport holders intend to stay for more than 7 days after arrival, they should approach the local branch of the Federal Migration Service within 7 days of arrival for registration formalities. Most major hotels will register for their guests. Before travelling, HKSAR passport holders are advised to consult the Consulate General of Russia in Hong Kong for detailed information.
21. According to the information from the Department of Home Affairs of South Africa, effective from 1 June 2015, all children under 18 years of age, travelling to or departing from South Africa must produce the birth certificate of children and, if necessary, other relevant document(s). Before travelling, HKSAR passport holders are advised to consult the Consulate General of South Africa in Hong Kong for detailed information.
22. Visas will be granted upon arrival at the international airport in the Kingdom of Tonga.
23. The Venezuelan Government has extended to HKSAR passport holders the 'Tourist Card' System, which allows Venezuelan Tourist Card holders visa-free visits to Venezuela for 90 days.
24. According to the information provided by the Government of Zimbabwe, Hong Kong SAR passport holders visiting Zimbabwe enjoy visa free entry up to a maximum stay of 6 months for holiday purpose. For business purpose, HKSAR passport holders enjoy a maximum of 1 month visa free entry, after which they should apply for a work permit. In case of enquiry, HKSAR passport holders are advised to consult the Consulate General of Zimbabwe in Hong Kong before travelling.