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Germany to Hong Kong (SAR China) visa requirements

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, online registration or arrival card?

No. There is no fee, no eVisa, no pre-arrival registration and no arrival/departure card for German passport holders visiting visa-free.

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

No. Hong Kong visa-free entry is separate from Mainland China. German ordinary passport holders may separately qualify for Mainland China's temporary 30-day visa-free policy through 31 December 2026 for eligible purposes; otherwise a PRC visa or permit is required.

Q: How much passport validity do I need?

Germany's official travel advice says at least one month beyond the intended stay. Six months' validity is still the safer practical standard because HKETO guidance, airlines and onward destinations may be stricter.

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 remains on Hong Kong's visa-free list, and German ordinary passport holders may enter Hong Kong for tourism, social visits, transit or short business visits for up to 90 days without a visa or pre-arrival permit. No eVisa, ETA, pre-arrival registration or visa-on-arrival is required, and visitors no longer complete arrival/departure cards. Travelers should carry adequate funds and onward or return travel evidence unless exempt as transit passengers. Germany's official travel advice states the passport must be valid for at least one month beyond the intended stay; six months' validity remains the practical safe standard because HKETO guidance, airlines and onward destinations may be stricter. Visitor status does not cover employment, study, residence, establishing or joining a business, or staying beyond the visa-free period. Hong Kong permission is separate from Mainland China: German ordinary passport holders may separately qualify for Mainland China's temporary 30-day visa-free policy through 31 December 2026 for eligible purposes; otherwise obtain the appropriate PRC visa or permit.

VISA-FREETOURISMREPEAT VISITS POSSIBLE; EACH LANDING IS ASSESSED SEPARATELYLast verified 2026-06-21

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 2026-06-21

Visa type

Visa-free entry

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days

per entry

Entries

Repeat visits possible; each landing is assessed separately

from issue date

Visa fee

HKD 0 (free)

consular fee only

Processing time

None - visa-free permission granted on arrival

standard track

Validity

Passport valid at least 1 month beyond intended stay; 6+ months strongly 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. Travel with six months' validity if possible because HKETO guidance, airlines and onward destinations may apply stricter rules.

· 1 month minimum· 6 months safer

/03

Prepare supporting documents

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

· Return ticket· Funds

/04

Travel to Hong Kong

No visa, eVisa, ETA, pre-arrival registration or arrival/departure card is required. Board with your passport and supporting documents.

· No pre-arrival permit· No arrival card

/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, study, reside, or establish/join a business on visitor status. Mainland China has separate rules: use the temporary 30-day PRC visa-free policy only if your passport and purpose qualify, otherwise obtain the correct visa.

· No work/study· Mainland separate

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

11 items

Personalized checklist

Germany -> Hong Kong (SAR China) · Visa-free entry

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredGerman ordinary passport valid at least 1 month beyond intended stay

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RecommendedSix months' passport validity where possible

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

recommended

RequiredOnward or return flight ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the trip

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

recommended

RecommendedAccommodation booking or address in Hong Kong

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RecommendedContact details / itinerary for the visit

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

OptionalSeparate Mainland China visa or eligibility for China's 30-day visa-free policy if entering the Mainland

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

optional

RequiredStay within the 90-day visa-free limit

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

ConditionalOfficial application form or online application

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

Official sourcesHong Kong Immigration Department - Visit Visa / Entry Permit Requirements (updated November 2025)Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, Berlin - Travel Hong Kong Immigration Department - Immigration Guidelines for Entry to HKSAR

Application link included: Hong Kong Immigration Department - Visit Visa / Entry Permit Requirements (updated November 2025)

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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

Extension of limit of stay (if approved)HKD 330Non-specified-scheme fee; apply only for a special or urgent need before the current limit expires

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 can fit visitor status, but employment or establishing/joining a business is not covered.

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 events and exhibitions

Short exhibitions, conferences and similar visitor activities may be covered; entering school as a student requires the relevant 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

2026-06-21

Reviewed by Claude Code

Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.

2026-06-21

Reviewed by Codex

Re-verified DE-HK against Hong Kong Immigration Department, German Federal Foreign Office and Chinese Embassy sources; kept the 90-day visa-free verdict, added checked-date, refreshed sources, corrected the optional extension fee to HKD 330, noted arrival/departure cards are no longer required, and clarified that Mainland China entry is separate but German ordinary passport holders may qualify for China's temporary 30-day visa-free policy through 31 December 2026.

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