Hong Kong
China
China visa for citizens of Hong Kong
Entry requirement
Citizens of Hong Kong can enter China without a visa.
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Chinese citizens travelling to Hong Kong
ChinaHong Kong Visa required Hong Kong visa for citizens of China
Travel advice for China
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- 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.
Citizens of Hong Kong planning a trip to China can compare how foreign ministries rate it: the US State Department rates China at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 18 October 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to China (updated 27 August 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for China (updated 27 October 2026).
Good to know
How long citizens of Hong Kong can stay in China
No maximum stay in China is given in the data for citizens of Hong Kong; the border officer sets it on entry.
China’s neighbours for citizens of Hong Kong
Kazakhstan, Mongolia, Kyrgyzstan and Russia admit citizens of Hong Kong visa-free. Afghanistan, Pakistan, North Korea and India require citizens of Hong Kong to obtain a visa in advance.
Chinese citizens travelling to Hong Kong
Hong Kong requires Chinese citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of Hong Kong need a visa for China?
Citizens of Hong Kong can enter China without a visa.
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Hong Kong?
Hong Kong requires Chinese citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Can citizens of Hong Kong enter China visa-free?
Yes, citizens of Hong Kong can enter China without a visa.
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.