1. What is the simplest way to apply for a Hong Kong Pre-arrival Registration?

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2. Can you fill out the Hong Kong Pre-arrival Registration for me?

Yes. Our Visa Experts work with you to collect all the information required for successful completion of the Pre-arrival Registration application process. We work as quickly as possible to complete & submit your application. We understand that your visa applications may be urgent and we have the capacity to deal with this.

3. Do I need to take health/travel insurance?

You are strongly advised to purchase a health / travel insurance to cover yourself as medical treatment can be very expensive in Hong Kong. Your travel insurance offers protection against unexpected emergencies on international travel such as coverage of medical expenses, flight delay and cancellations, passport and baggage loss or personal accident. For financial safety and security on your international trip we highly recommend you to purchase travel insurance and avail our special offer.

4. How early can I apply for a Hong Kong Pre-arrival Registration (PAR)?

You can apply for a Hong Kong Pre-arrival Registration up to 4 to 6 weeks prior to your departure date.

5. What is the validity of the Hong Kong PAR?

A Hong Kong pre-arrival registration is normally valid for a six month period or until the expiry date of the Indian passport linked to it, whichever is earlier. During the validity of the registration, the registrant may make multiple visits to the HKSAR visa-free. On each visit, the registrant may stay in the HKSAR for up to 14 days.

Provided that normal Hong Kong Immigration requirements are met, a traveller may, during the validity of the pre-arrival registration, use a valid notification slip together with the specific and valid Indian Passport linked to the successful pre-arrival registration to make multiple visits to Hong Kong Visa-free.

6. What is the minimum passport validity to enter Hong Kong?

The minimum passport validity to enter Hong Kong is 6 months. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry into Hong Kong.

7. If an Indian national intends to visit/transit the HKSAR for more than 14 days, or if he/she intends to enter the HKSAR for a purpose other than visit/transit, what should he/she do?

An Indian national who intends to visit/transit the HKSAR for more than 14 days or intends to enter the HKSAR for a purpose other than visit/transit (e.g. employment, study, or take up residence in the HKSAR) must apply for an appropriate visa to the Immigration Department of the HKSAR under the existing arrangements.

8. Is the issuance of the Hong Kong Pre-arrival Registration notification slip a guarantee of the applicant’s entry to the HKSAR?

No, the notification slip is not a guarantee of the traveller’s entry to the HKSAR. The registrant is still subject to immigration control under the provisions of the Immigration Ordinance, Chapter 115, Laws of Hong Kong.

In general, a person who intends to enter the HKSAR for visit must fulfil normal immigration requirements such as: - Valid Passport - Hong Kong PAR notification slip - Confirmed return flight tickets - Sufficient expenses that will cover your expenses during the stay in Hong Kong - Accommodation proof - Demonstrate the intention to return home after the mentioned time of stay - No intention to study or work unless or otherwise mentioned - No record of criminal offenses Be able to provide any other documents upon request

9. What is the Eligibility for Pre-arrival Registration / and other important things to consider before travelling?

You can apply for pre-arrival registration for visiting or transiting the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) (if seeking to enter the HKSAR during transit) if you are: (a) An Indian national holding an Indian passport valid for at least six months; and (b) Intending to visit or transit (except in direct transit by air and not leaving the airport transit area) the HKSAR for a stay not exceeding 14 days.

(c) Ensure that you have at least 2 blank pages on your passport when you arrive at Hong Kong Airport (d) In case you have renewed your passport after obtaining “Notification of Pre-arrival registration” and any particulars that does not match with your current valid passport, you must re-apply for “Pre-arrival Registration” on the strength of the new Passport.

10. What is a Hong Kong Pre-Arrival Registration (PAR)?

All Indian nationals who intend to visit Hong Kong visa-free are required to apply for Pre-arrival Registration (PAR) effective January 23, 2017, unless they qualify for one of the categories of exemption. A successful registrant is allowed to visit Hong Kong visa-free for multiple visits during the validity period of the PAR and may stay up to 14 days per each entry.

11. Do I need a visa for Hong Kong?

Nationals of about 170 countries including India may visit Hong Kong without a visa/entry permit for a period of up to 14 days. However Indian nationals are required to apply for and successfully complete the Hong Kong Pre-arrival registration (PAR) online before they can visit the HKSAR visa free.