Visa Information
All visitors must have a passport that is valid for at least six months after their planned departure date from Hong Kong. Nationals of about 170 countries and territories may enjoy visa-free entry for durations ranging from 7 to 180 days.
To check whether you need a visa and learn more about entry requirements, please visit the Hong Kong SAR Immigration Department’s website:
If you need a visa…
As a delegate of the APAO 2026 Congress, you are eligible to apply for a “Visit / Transit” visa. After completing your registration for the congress, you will be able to download a visa supporting letter from our registration portal.
How to apply
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Online application
- Submit your application via https://www.gov.hk/en/nonresidents/visarequire/visasentrypermits/applyvisit_transit.htm
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By Post
- Mailing directly to the HKSAR Immigration Department or via the Chinese diplomatic and consular mission closest to your place of residence is also acceptable. For details, please visit https://www.immd.gov.hk/eng/faq/visit-transit.html
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For enquiries or requests for additional supporting documents, please contact the APAO Secretariat at secretariat@apaophth.org.
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