Useful Information

There are a variety of different modes of transportation available for your selection between Hong Kong, China and most major cities worldwide. Visitors can choose to travel over land, sea and air via these convenient services:

By Plane

There are frequent flights between Hong Kong, major Chinese cities and most international destinations.
Please check with Hong Kong International Airport for details.

By Train

MTR runs regular through-train intercity servicesbetween Guangdong Province, Beijing and Shanghai. The through-train terminus is Hung Hom Station on the Kowloon harbour front, where travellers will be required to pass through a Hong Kong Immigration Control Point.

By Ferry

Hong Kong is linked to a number of neighbouring ports in China by high-speed ferries serving Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and Hong Kong International Airport off Lantau Island. For more details regarding their schedule, departure and arrival terminals or for ticket arrangements, please check with the following ferry operators:

TurboJet Chu Kong Passenger Transport (CKS) New World First Ferry

All visitors to Hong Kong must have a passport that is valid for at least six months when entering Hong Kong. Nationals of most countries do not require visas and can stay for periods varying from 7 days to 180 days, depending on nationality. If you are unsure about your status, please consult any Chinese embassy or consulate. You can also see the details for visa requirements in Immigration Department's website.

The legal tender in Hong Kong is the Hong Kong Dollar (HK$), which is linked to the US Dollar at a rate of about HK$7.80 to USD1, although exchange rates may fluctuate slightly. Hong Kong banknotes are issued by three banks (HSBC, Standard Chartered Bank and Bank of China), and vary in design and colour for each denomination.

With an Octopus card, you can free yourself from carrying pocketfuls of spare change. The Octopus card is a stored value electronic card widely used in Hong Kong for public transport, parking meters and car parks, as well as for purchases at convenience stores, fast food shops, supermarkets, cake shops, vending machines and among others. To use your Octopus card, simply place the Octopus card over a reader, and the correct amount will be automatically deducted from the card's stored value.