Hong Kong
Canada
Canada visa for citizens of Hong Kong
Entry requirement
Before flying to Canada, citizens of Hong Kong must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 180 days are allowed.
- Maximum stay
- 180 days
- Where to apply
- 1 mission
- Visa guide
- Canada visa guide
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at hongkong.gc.ca
Which Canada visa?
Electronic travel authorization (eTA)
Key facts
- Maximum stay
- Usually up to 6 months per visit, as decided by the border officer
- Fee
- CA$7
- Processing time
- Most approvals arrive within minutes; if documents are requested, instructions come within 72 hours
Canada’s ETA costs CA$7 at the standard rate published by its authorities; the official site for it is canada.ca. Processing time, as Canada states it: Most approvals arrive within minutes; if documents are requested, instructions come within 72 hours. Longest stay on the ETA: Usually up to 6 months per visit, as decided by the border officer.
Where to apply in Hong Kong
- Consulate General of Canada in Hong Kong
華蘭路 Westlands Road 25, Hong Kong
Canadian citizens travelling to Hong Kong
CanadaHong Kong Visa-free, 90 days Hong Kong visa for citizens of Canada
Travel advice for Canada
- US State Department Level 1: Exercise normal precautions
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
For a trip from Hong Kong to Canada, the published travel advice reads as follows: the US State Department rates Canada at Level 1, exercise normal precautions (updated 4 June 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Canada (updated 2 June 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Canada (updated 13 October 2026).
Good to know
How long citizens of Hong Kong can stay in Canada
Citizens of Hong Kong may stay in Canada for up to 180 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Canada.
How citizens of Hong Kong apply
Citizens of Hong Kong apply for the ETA for Canada online on its official government portal before departure; it is linked to the passport they travel with.
Canada’s neighbours for citizens of Hong Kong
The United States requires citizens of Hong Kong to obtain a visa in advance.
Canadian citizens travelling to Hong Kong
Canadian citizens can visit Hong Kong without a visa for up to 90 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of Hong Kong need a visa for Canada?
Before flying to Canada, citizens of Hong Kong must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 180 days are allowed.
How long can citizens of Hong Kong stay in Canada?
Citizens of Hong Kong can stay in Canada for up to 180 days with an ETA.
How much does the Canada ETA cost?
Canada’s official sources give a standard fee of CA$7 for the ETA. Processing time: Most approvals arrive within minutes; if documents are requested, instructions come within 72 hours.
Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Hong Kong?
Canadian citizens can visit Hong Kong without a visa for up to 90 days.
Can citizens of Hong Kong enter Canada visa-free?
No; citizens of Hong Kong need an ETA for Canada.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.