Taiwan to Hong Kong tourist visa

Complete Hong Kong entry requirements, fees, processing times, and application guide for Taiwanese citizens. Updated December 2025.

Visa

Hong Kong Pre-arrival Registration

Fee

Free

Processing time

Instant

Length of stay

Up to 30 days

Required documents

• Valid Taiwan Travel Document — Your Taiwan passport or travel document must be valid for re-entry to Taiwan for at least 6 months
• Taiwan National ID Card — Valid Taiwan national identity card number required for registration
• Taiwan Birth or Prior HK Admission — You must have been born in Taiwan OR previously admitted to Hong Kong as a Taiwan resident
• Online Registration Form — Complete the pre-arrival registration through Hong Kong Immigration’s online system
• Printed Notification Slip — Print the notification slip on A4 white paper after successful registration
• Proof of Sufficient Funds — You must have adequate funds for your stay without working
• Onward or Return Travel Arrangement — Proof of onward or return travel from Hong Kong

How to apply

1. Check your eligibility You qualify — Check your eligibility You qualify for pre-arrival registration if you are a Chinese resident of Taiwan who was born in Taiwan, OR you were born outside Taiwan but have previously been admitted to Hong Kong as a Taiwan resident. 1 You must not hold travel documents from authorities outside Taiwan (except the Mainland Travel Permit for Taiwan Residents or Hong Kong Entry Permit).
2. Prepare your documents Have your — Prepare your documents Have your Taiwan passport and national ID card ready. Your passport must be valid for re-entry to Taiwan for at least 6 months at the time of registration and upon arrival in Hong Kong. 1
3. Complete the online registration Visit — Complete the online registration Visit the registration portal at gov.hk/en/apps/immdes2taiwanparreg.htm. 2 Enter your personal information exactly as it appears on your travel document: name in Chinese and English, date of birth, sex, place of birth, Taiwan ID number, and passport details.
4. Select a security question Choose — Select a security question Choose and answer one of the pre-defined identification questions. This will be your key to view or reprint your notification slip later if needed. 1
5. Receive instant results The system — Receive instant results The system processes your registration automatically and provides results immediately. 1 If successful, proceed to the next step.
6. Print your notification slip Print — Print your notification slip Print the notification slip on A4 size blank white paper. 1 Verify that all information is correct and matches your travel document, then sign the slip. For applicants under 16, a parent or legal guardian must sign.

Common questions

Do Taiwanese citizens need a visa to visit Hong Kong?

Taiwanese citizens who were born in Taiwan (or previously admitted to Hong Kong as Taiwan residents) do not need a traditional visa. Instead, they can complete a free online pre-arrival registration, which provides instant approval and allows stays of up to 30 days per entry.

How do I apply for Hong Kong pre-arrival registration as a Taiwanese citizen?

Visit the Hong Kong Immigration Department’s online registration system at gov.hk/en/apps/immdes2taiwanparreg.htm. Enter your personal details matching your Taiwan passport, select a security question, and submit. Results are instant. If approved, print the notification slip on A4 white paper and sign it.

How long does the Hong Kong pre-arrival registration take to process?

The pre-arrival registration provides instant results. Once you submit your information correctly, the system processes it automatically and tells you immediately whether your registration was successful.

How long can I stay in Hong Kong with pre-arrival registration?

Each entry allows a stay of up to 30 days as a visitor. The registration is valid for 2 months and permits two entries, so you can visit Hong Kong twice within that period.

Is the Hong Kong pre-arrival registration free?

Yes, the pre-arrival registration is completely free of charge. There are no application fees or service charges.

What if I was born outside Taiwan but am a Taiwan resident?

You can still use the pre-arrival registration system if you have been admitted to Hong Kong as a Taiwan resident before. If you have never visited Hong Kong previously and were born outside Taiwan, you must apply for a standard entry permit through the Immigration Department.

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