🇩🇪GERMANY

🇭🇰HONG KONGDE-HK

Do Germany passport holders need a visa to visit Hong Kong?

Q: How long can I stay in Hong Kong without a visa?

Up to 90 days per visit. Permission is granted on arrival at the immigration counter.

Q: Is there any fee or online registration?

No. There is no fee, no eVisa, and no pre-arrival registration for German passport holders.

Q: Does my Hong Kong entry let me visit Mainland China?

No. Hong Kong visa-free entry does not cover Mainland China. You need a separate Chinese visa to cross into the Mainland.

Q: How much passport validity do I need?

At least one month beyond your stay is the minimum, but six months' validity is strongly recommended.

Q: Can I work in Hong Kong on visa-free entry?

No. Visa-free status is for visits only. Employment requires an appropriate work visa.

German ordinary passport holders can visit Hong Kong visa-free for up to 90 days for tourism. Germany is on Hong Kong's visa-free list, and German ordinary passport holders may enter Hong Kong for tourism or short visits for up to 90 days without any visa or pre-arrival permit. No eVisa, ETA or visa-on-arrival is required — entry is granted free of charge on arrival at the immigration counter. Travelers must hold a passport valid for at least one month beyond the intended stay (six months is strongly recommended), proof of onward or return travel, and adequate funds for the visit. Note the Hong Kong permission does NOT cover Mainland China: a separate Chinese visa is required to cross into the Mainland. Working, studying or doing business beyond casual meetings requires a different visa category.

VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Visa-free entry

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days

per entry

Entries

Multiple (each visit up to 90 days)

from issue date

Visa fee

HKD 0 (free)

consular fee only

Processing time

None — granted on arrival

standard track

Validity

Permission granted at port of entry; passport valid 6+ months recommended

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm your eligibility

Verify you hold a German ordinary passport. Germany is on Hong Kong's visa-free list for 90-day stays.

· Ordinary passport· 90 days

/02

Check passport validity

Ensure your passport is valid for at least one month beyond your stay; six months' validity is strongly recommended to avoid issues.

· 6 months recommended

/03

Prepare supporting documents

Carry proof of onward/return travel, accommodation details and evidence of sufficient funds for your stay.

· Return ticket· Funds

/04

Fly to Hong Kong

No visa, eVisa or pre-arrival registration is required. Board your flight with your passport.

· No pre-arrival permit

/05

Clear immigration on arrival

Present your passport at the immigration counter. Officers grant visa-free permission to stay up to 90 days, free of charge.

· Free· On arrival

/06

Observe your conditions of stay

Do not work or study. Depart on or before the date stamped/recorded. For Mainland China, obtain a separate Chinese visa.

· No work· Separate China visa

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

8 items

Personalized checklist

0 / 8 complete

German ordinary passport valid 6+ months

required

Onward or return flight ticket

required

Proof of sufficient funds for the trip

recommended

Accommodation booking or address in Hong Kong

recommended

Travel medical insurance

recommended

Contact details / itinerary for the visit

recommended

Separate Chinese visa (only if entering Mainland China)

optional

Stay within the 90-day visa-free limit

required

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Visa-free entry permissionHKD 0Granted free at the port of entry

Visa extension (if needed)HKD 230Only if applying to extend stay beyond the granted period

Total estimateHKD 0 — HKD 0incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free entry on arrival

Immediate at immigration counter

No application needed; permission to stay up to 90 days is granted on arrival.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Tourism and sightseeing

Short leisure visits are the most common reason German travelers enter Hong Kong visa-free.

High

/02

Business meetings and conferences

Attending meetings, trade fairs or conferences is permitted under visa-free visitor status.

Medium

/03

Transit and stopovers

Hong Kong is a major hub; travelers stop over en route to other Asia-Pacific destinations.

Medium

/04

Visiting friends and relatives

Family and social visits fall within visitor conditions.

Medium

/05

Short-term study or training

Brief courses may be allowed, but formal study requires a student visa.

Low

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30

Germany to Hong Kong route verified

Confirmed via the Hong Kong Immigration Department and HKETO Berlin that German ordinary passport holders remain eligible for 90-day visa-free entry for tourism. No policy change; entry remains free and granted on arrival.

/09 — The questions