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Philippines to Hong Kong (SAR China) visa requirements

Q: How long can I stay in Hong Kong visa-free?

Up to 14 days per visit. To stay longer you must apply for a visa or entry permit from the Hong Kong Immigration Department before travelling.

Q: Do I need to fill out an arrival card?

No. Hong Kong abolished the paper arrival/departure card on 16 October 2024. You only need to present your passport at immigration.

Q: How long must my passport be valid?

Hong Kong requires a valid travel document with adequate returnability to your country of residence or citizenship. Six months' remaining validity is still recommended to avoid airline or exit-control issues.

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

No. Visa-free visitors are prohibited from taking up any employment (paid or unpaid), establishing or joining a business, or studying. Doing so may lead to prosecution and entry bans.

Q: What documents might immigration ask for?

Officers may ask for your return or onward ticket, proof of sufficient funds, and your accommodation details in Hong Kong.

No visa needed. Philippine ordinary passport holders can enter Hong Kong visa-free for tourism and stay up to 14 days. Holders of an ordinary Philippine passport do not need a visa to visit Hong Kong for tourism or short business trips. The Hong Kong Immigration Department grants Filipino nationals a 14-day visa-free stay. You simply present a valid passport at immigration; no advance application, arrival card, or fee is required. Hong Kong's normal immigration rules require a valid travel document with adequate returnability to your country of residence or citizenship; keeping at least six months' validity is still recommended to avoid airline or exit-control issues. Immigration officers may ask for a return/onward ticket, proof of sufficient funds, and accommodation details. Visa-free visitors must not work (paid or unpaid), establish or join a business, or study. If you plan to stay longer than 14 days, you should arrange the proper visa/entry permit before travel; in special or urgent cases, visitor extension applications can be made in Hong Kong before the limit of stay expires. As of 16 October 2024, Hong Kong abolished arrival/departure cards, so there is no card to fill out on arrival.

VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-07-01

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 2026-07-01

Visa type

Visa-free (visa exemption)

Maximum stay

14 days

per entry

Entries

Multiple (each visit up to 14 days)

from issue date

Visa fee

HKD 0 (no fee)

consular fee only

Processing time

None - granted on arrival

standard track

Validity

Per entry; valid travel document with adequate returnability (6+ months recommended)

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm your passport eligibility

Hold an ordinary Philippine passport valid for travel to Hong Kong and return to your country of residence or citizenship. Six months' remaining validity is recommended even though Hong Kong frames the rule as a valid travel document with adequate returnability. The 14-day visa-free entry applies to ordinary passports for visitor travel, not employment or study.

· Ordinary passport· Valid for travel

/02

Book travel and accommodation

Arrange a confirmed return or onward ticket and a hotel or accommodation booking. Immigration officers may request these as proof of a genuine short visit.

· Return ticket· Hotel booking

/03

Prepare proof of funds

Carry evidence of adequate funds to cover your stay without working, such as bank statements, cash, or credit cards.

· Bank statement· Cash/cards

/04

Travel to Hong Kong - no arrival card

Since 16 October 2024, no arrival/departure card is required. Simply proceed to immigration with your passport on arrival.

· No arrival card· Since Oct 2024

/05

Clear immigration

Present your passport at the immigration counter. The officer issues a landing slip granting up to 14 days. Answer any questions about your trip honestly.

· Passport· Landing slip

/06

Observe the conditions of stay

Do not take employment, establish or join a business, or study. Leave Hong Kong on or before the permitted stay date. To stay longer, arrange the proper visa/entry permit or apply for an extension before your stay expires if there is a special or urgent need.

· No work/study· Depart on time

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

11 items

Personalized checklist

Philippines -> Hong Kong (SAR China) · Visa-free (visa exemption)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RecommendedOrdinary Philippine passport valid for travel to Hong Kong (6+ months recommended)

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

required

RequiredConfirmed return or onward air ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay

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

recommended

RecommendedHotel or accommodation booking / address

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedTravel itinerary for the visit

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RequiredNo arrival card needed (abolished Oct 2024)

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

info

RecommendedContact details / address in Hong Kong

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

recommended

OptionalTravel insurance

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

optional

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.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesHong Kong Immigration Department - Visit Visa / Entry Permit Requirements Hong Kong Immigration Department - Visit/Transit Hong Kong Immigration Department - Visit/Transit FAQ

Application link included: Hong Kong Immigration Department - Visit Visa / Entry Permit Requirements

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Visa / entry permit feeHKD 0No visa required for stays up to 14 days

Arrival card feeHKD 0Arrival card abolished on 16 October 2024

Extension of stay (if applying beyond 14 days)HKD 330Only if you apply to extend; standard Immigration Department fee for change/extension of stay - others

Total estimateHKD 0 — HKD 0incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free entry on arrival

Immediate at immigration

No application or processing. Permission to land for up to 14 days is granted at the Hong Kong immigration counter upon presenting a valid passport.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Tourism and sightseeing

Visiting attractions, shopping, dining, and short leisure trips are fully covered by the 14-day visa-free entry.

High

/02

Visiting family or friends

Short social visits to relatives or friends living in Hong Kong fall under visa-free entry.

High

/03

Short business meetings

Attending meetings, conferences, or negotiations is permitted, but taking up employment is not.

Medium

/04

Transit

Passing through Hong Kong en route to another destination is covered without a visa.

Medium

/05

Attending events

Concerts, exhibitions, sports, or family occasions during a short stay are permitted.

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

2026-07-01

Reviewed by Claude Code

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

2026-06-25

Codex checked PH-HK

Rechecked the entry against Hong Kong Immigration Department and GovHK sources; refreshed checked-date and lastVerifiedAt, updated the visitor-extension fee to HKD 330, and clarified passport-validity and visitor-condition wording.

2026-05-30

Philippines to Hong Kong route verified

Confirmed via the Hong Kong Immigration Department that ordinary Philippine passport holders enjoy 14-day visa-free entry for tourism. Verified that the paper arrival/departure card was abolished on 16 October 2024, so no card is required on arrival. No fee applies.

/09 — The questions