Hong Kong Visa Guide
Complete visa requirements for Indian passport holders
Last updated: April 2026
Key Information
Key Requirements
- Valid Indian passport with at least 6 months validity
- Completed Pre-Arrival Registration (PAR) online - MANDATORY
- Return or onward flight ticket
- Proof of accommodation
- Proof of sufficient funds
Step-by-Step Application Process
- 1
Visit Pre-Arrival Registration portal: https://www.immd.gov.hk/
- 2
Fill PAR form with exact passport details (must match passport exactly)
- 3
Submit registration online
- 4
Receive PAR notification slip instantly via email
- 5
Print PAR slip on A4 paper - MANDATORY
- 6
Present printed PAR slip at airline check-in and Hong Kong immigration
- 7
Receive 14-day entry stamp in Hong Kong
Documents Required
- Valid Indian passport (6+ months validity)
- Completed and printed PAR notification slip (A4 size)
- Return or onward flight ticket
- Hotel booking confirmation
- Proof of sufficient funds
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Pro Tips
- Complete PAR at least 2-3 days before travel (though instant, do early to be safe)
- MUST print PAR slip on A4 paper - airlines and immigration will check
- Double-check PAR details match passport exactly before submitting
- Keep digital copy of PAR in email as backup
- Hong Kong is amazing shopping and food destination
- Perfect stopover destination with 14-day visa-free access
- MTR (metro) is efficient - get Octopus card for easy travel
- Victoria Peak, Tsim Sha Tsui, Lantau Island are must-visits
Important Notes
- • Pre-Arrival Registration (PAR) is MANDATORY for Indians since 2017
- • PAR registration is FREE and processed instantly online
- • PAR valid for 6 months - can make multiple 14-day visits
- • Must print PAR notification slip - digital copy not accepted at immigration
- • PAR details must EXACTLY match passport details - any mismatch causes issues
- • Diplomatic/official Indian passport holders exempt from PAR
- • For stays exceeding 14 days, must apply for formal Hong Kong visa
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Visit official websiteBest Time to Apply
Complete PAR 2-3 days before travel (instant approval)
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