Hong Kong S.A.R. Tourist Visa process for Indian passport holders
Eligibility & Core Conditions
Which Indian passport holders qualify for Pre-Arrival Registration (PAR) for up to 14-day visits, and when a full visitor visa is required for longer stays.
Passport requirements: minimum validity beyond intended exit date and required blank pages.
Purpose restrictions: tourism, visiting family/friends, or short unpaid business; no paid work, study, long-term residence, or overstaying.
Comprehensive Document Checklist
For PAR (≤14 days): valid passport, completed online PAR form, printed approval slip, return/onward flight tickets, and accommodation proof.
For standard visitor visa (>14 days): signed visa application form, valid passport (plus copies of previous passports if any), recent passport-size photos, 3–6 months’ bank statements as proof of funds, round-trip flight itinerary, confirmed hotel bookings or host invitation letter, cover letter with purpose and itinerary, and any additional documents for minors or special circumstances.
Compliance with current health/vaccination and entry requirements.
Permitted vs. Prohibited Activities
Allowed: sightseeing, family/friend visits, cultural activities, transit, and short unpaid business engagements.
Not allowed: paid employment, academic study, long-term residence, religious residency, or overstaying.
2025 Policy & Process Updates
Recent changes to PAR eligibility, document scrutiny, or digital/biometric requirements.
Any new health or vaccination mandates for entry.
Clarification on using PAR vs. applying for a regular visitor visa.
Application Workflow
PAR route: complete online registration, print approval, present at entry.
Visitor visa route: submit forms and documents online or at the consulate/VFS, schedule any biometrics if required, and track status via official channels.
Typical processing times and best practices for timely submission.
Role & Value of Professional Visa Service Providers (JKVTravel.com)
Pre-screening eligibility and advising on the correct entry route (PAR or visa).
Tailoring and reviewing document checklists, ensuring formatting and translation compliance.
Managing online submissions, scheduling appointments, and providing ongoing status updates.
Minimizing errors, reducing rejections, saving client time, and enhancing application quality while emphasizing that final approval rests solely with Hong Kong Immigration and cannot be guaranteed.