As of 2026, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region passport holders have visa-free or visa on arrival access to 175 countries and territories, ranking the passport 13th in the world according to the Henley Passport Index. It is ranked 11th by the Global Passport Power Rank.
The official figure provided by the Hong Kong Immigration Department of countries and territories granting visa-free access to Hong Kong SAR passport holders was 178 as of 26 August 2026. (However, this figure excludes countries and territories which are not officially recognised by the People's Republic of China, such as Kosovo (visa free for up to 90 days within any 6-month period), Taiwan (de facto e-Visa) and Somaliland (visa required), territories deemed to be under Chinese rule, such as Mainland China (The Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macao Resident) and Macao (visa free for up to 1 year), as well as UN observer states, such as Palestine (no additional visa condition than that of Israel's, ETA-IL grants visa free access for up to 90 days) and Vatican City (no additional visa condition than that of the Schengen Area)GovHK.
Due to the one country, two systems policy, the Government of Hong Kong can make a visa-waiver agreement for Chinese residents of Hong Kong with other countries. As a result of both bilateral visa abolition agreements (e.g. between Hong Kong and RussiaVisa-free access to Russia for HKSAR passport holders . Immd.gov.hk (21 January 2013).) and unilateral decisions to grant visa exemptions (e.g. Myanmar), HKSAR passport holders enjoy visa exemptions and simplified visa procedures to a large number of destinations worldwide. Whilst the visa exemptions are mostly only for short trips for pleasure or on business, a number of countries extend the visa exemption to short stays involving paid activities (e.g. Belgium and Luxembourg).
HKSAR passports are available to Chinese citizens who are also permanent residents of Hong Kong and hold a valid Hong Kong Permanent Identity Card.
Visa requirements map
Greater China Jurisdiction Visa requirement Allowed stay Notes 护照/旅行证简介Unlimited (discretionary)Entry to mainland China cannot be on a HKSAR passport. However, all eligible for a HKSAR passport are also eligible to apply for a separate Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macao Residents, otherwise and previously known as a Home Return Permit, or a Chinese Travel Document if the HKSAR passport holder does not reside in Greater China and is not in possession of a current MTP, allowing the holder to enter and stay in mainland China for indefinite period until its expiry for any purpose. Issuance of the MTP, however, is not guaranteed for all Chinese citizens of Hong Kong and is at the sole discretion of the National Immigration Administration of the Ministry of Public Security of China. 1 year (HKPIC or Re-entry Permit) 7 days (Passport) Visa free for holders of Hong Kong Permanent Identity Cards for a stay of less than one year. Visa not required for 7 days for passengers in transit holding HKSAR passports. 30 days One of the below must apply to the applicant:
Born in Hong Kong/Macao Not born in Hong Kong/Macao but has travelled to Taiwan as a permanent resident of Hong Kong or Macao after 1983 Bearer of a valid Entry and Exit Permit
Permit is good for one entry to Taiwan within 3 months of the successful application. Confirmation letter must be printed and presented to Taiwan authorities upon arrival. Free of charge. 3 months Applicant must not have any passports other than the Hong Kong passport, the Macao passport or the British National (Overseas) passport. Issuance of the permit is not guaranteed for all Hong Kong citizens and is determined on a case-by-case basis.
Additionally, if the applicant was born in the Chinese mainland, he/she must prove renunciation of mainland Chinese household registration by providing one the following documents: Non-Household Registration Declaration Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macao Residents Certificate of Renunciation of Mainland Household Registration
Fee: NT$6003 monthsApplicant must not have any passports other than the Hong Kong passport, the Macao passport or the British National (Overseas) passport.
Additionally, if the applicant was born in the Chinese mainland, he/she must prove renunciation of mainland Chinese household registration by providing one the following documents: Non-Household Registration Declaration Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macao Residents Certificate of Renunciation of Mainland Household Registration
Fee: NT$1000 (1 year) NT$2000 (3 years) 30 daysOne of the below must apply to the applicant:
Born in Hong Kong/Macao Not born in Hong Kong/Macao but has travelled to Taiwan as a permanent resident of Hong Kong or Macao after 1983 Bearer of a valid Entry and Exit Permit Passport must be valid for 3 months or above, with proof of return ticket for within 30 days of arrival. Fee: NT$300
Visa requirements Visa requirements for holders of normal passports traveling for tourist purposes:
Country Visa requirement Allowed stay Notes (excluding departure fees) The Government of Hong Kong advises its citizens not to travel to Afghanistan due to the volatile situation in the country. Visa is not required in case born in Afghanistan or can proof that one of their parents is a national of Afghanistan or born in Afghanistan. e-Visa : Visitors must arrive at Kabul International (KBL). 90 days Permanent ID Card valid in lieu of valid passport. Maximum stay of 90 days within any 180 days periods. 14 days 30 days 30 days 90 days 180 days 90 days 90 days on each visit in 12-month period if granted. Starting from 21 August 2020, Hong Kong passport holders are eligible for applying 5 years student and temporary skilled visas after the enforcement of the national security law. After meeting the requirement of the 5 years stay, eligible visa holders can apply for permanent residence in the same manner like other nationalities. 90 days 90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area. 30 days From 2 February 2026 to 2 February 2027, Hong Kong passport holders can travel to Azerbaijan three times in a year without a visa and stay for up to 30 days at each entrance. 3 months 14 days 30 days 90 days 30 days 90 days 90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area. 14 days Must have an international vaccination certificate. 90 days 30 days Dual nationality is recognized by Bolivia; however, this status must first be approved by Bolivian Immigration. Passengers holding dual nationality should ensure that they arrive and depart Bolivia on the same document, even when the other document may enjoy visa-exemption status. 90 days 90 days within any 6-month period. 90 days 90 days within any year period. 90 days 14 days 90 days 90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area. 14 days 14 days 14 days From 15 June 2026 to 15 October 2026, Hong Kong passport holders can travel to Cambodia without a visa and stay for up to 14 days at each entrance. Your chosen embassy will examine your file and make a decision. If the file is accepted, there are two options: The visa is granted at our embassy. Such applicants will receive an electronic message for an appointment. The Applicant(s) must bring the original documents used in the pre-enrolment together with the passport, which mush have at least a minimum of 6 months validity. The visa will be affixed inside your passport. An electronic authorization with a QR code will be provided to collect electronic parameters of those who cannot come to the embassy. Such people would be able to travel to Cameroon with a printed authorization. They will also have to bring along the original documents used for the pre-enrolment. Their parameters will be collected at the entry check point into Cameroon e.g. Airport or Sea port or any border post, and a six- month validity visa will be stamped into your passport. 6 months Starting from 2021, Canada rolled out a new scheme for Hong Kong residents migrating to the country after the enforcement of the national security law. 3 years work permits will be available for those who were graduated from either a recognised Canadian or overseas post-secondary institution in the last ten years. In addition, two streams for permanent residency were provided - (1) persons who have graduated from a post-secondary designated learning institution in Canada. (2) persons who have worked in Canada for at least 12 months full time, or an equal amount of part-time hours. If approved, their spouse or partner as well as children can also apply to come with them. Applicants will be eligible for applying Canadian Permanent residency in Canada. eTA required if arriving by air. 90 days Online registration called EASE required, otherwise there is additional charge on arrival. It is advised to fill the form 3 days before arrival. E-visa portal:https://evisa-centrafrique.com/ 90 days 90 days 90 days 45 days 7 days 180 days 3 months Get Visa at Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport in Abidjan. 90 days 90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area 90 days 90 days 90 days within any 180 day period. 90 days 90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area. 90 days 90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area. 14 days/31 days 6 months 90 days 90 daysExtendable length of stay. 3 months No visa required if holding valid visa of US, Canada, or Schengen Member State. 90 days 90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area. up to 90 days The Government of Hong Kong advises its citizens not to travel to Ethiopia due to the security situation in the country. 4 months 90 days 90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area. and territories 90 days 90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area. 90 days e-Visa holders must arrive via Libreville International Airport. In addition to a visa, an entry clearance must be obtained from the Gambian Immigration prior to travel.Exemption applies if traveling as tourists on a charter flight. 30 days 90 days 90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area. Hong Kong citizens can apply for automatic customs clearance upon entry. 90 days 90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area. 3 months 90 days 90 days 90 days 3 months No visa required if holding valid visa of US, Canada, or Schengen Member State. 90 days 90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area. 90 days 90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area. Except for business purposes. 30 days 21 days The Government of Hong Kong advises its citizens not to travel to Iran due to the volatile security situation in the country. The Government of Hong Kong advises its citizens not to travel to Iraq due to the volatile situation in the country. 90 days 90 days The Government of Hong Kong advises its citizens not to travel to Israel due to the security situation in the country. 90 days 90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area Hong Kong citizens can apply for automatic customs clearance upon entry. 30 days 90 days 14 days Not available at all entry points.Visa on arrival obtainable at most international ports of entry and at most international land border crossings (except King Hussein/Allenby Bridge crossing). e-Visas are available for longer stays. 14 days 90 days 1 month 90 days HKSAR passport has right to get E-ETA free till 31 December 2026. The government of the Republic of Korea announced that from 1 April 2023, to 31 December 2026, a K-ETA is not required for 27 countries citizens visiting Korea for 90 days or less for business or tourism.