Visa Application

Participants for the Forum are advised to check if you need a visa for entering Hong Kong.

If you have a close connection with the HKSAR by birth or long period of residence in the Region, you may not require a visa or entry permit.
Please read Part I of visa requirement webpage of the Hong Kong Immigration Department.

If you are not in the group as stated in Part I of the page, you may need a visa or entry permit for visit depending on your nationality / type of travel document you hold.
Please read Part II of visa requirement webpage of the Hong Kong Immigration Department.

If you need advice on individual cases, please address your enquiries to :

- any Chinese diplomatic and consular mission; or
- the Hong Kong Immigration Department

Since long processing time is required for visa application, you are advised to apply for your visa as early as possible.