Country guide
Hong Kong
Visa
No visa needed
Vaccinations
None required
Currency
Hong Kong Dollar (HKD). This is also legal tender in Macau.
Time zones
UTC / GMT +8 (6 hours ahead of South Africa)
Dialing code
+ 852
Best time to go
October – December
Drinking water
Wter in hotels and towns is safe to drink.
Travel tips
Smoking is prohibited in public areas and hefty fines are charged for non-compliance. Fines are also charged for littering. Eating and drinking is not allowed on public transport.
Visa guide
Entry requirements
Passport, with at least 30 days validity from date leaving Hong Kong
Proof of sufficient funds
Onward / return travel arrangements
Visa requirements
South African passport holders do not require a tourist visa for stays of up to 30 days.
Should you require a visa, please visit the website of the Hong Kong Immigration Department www.info.gov.hk/immd
Issuing authorities
SEE CHINA
SA representative
SA Consulate-General
19/F Central Plaza, Room 1906-8
18 Harbour Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong
Tel: + 852 3926 4300
E-mail: info@sacg.hk
Health / vaccinations
Compulsory: None
Recommended Travel Vaccines: Hepatitis A & B, Japanese Encephalitis (Not available in SA), Tetanus, Polio
Public holidays
2026: Jan 1; Feb 17-19; Apr 3-7; May 1, 24-25; Jun 19; Jul 1; Sep 26; Oct 1, 18-19; Dec 25-26