No More Hong Kong Arrival Card – Use e‑Channel to Speed Up Your Entry [2025]

If you’re planning a trip to Hong Kong, you no longer need to fill in a Hong Kong arrival card. Now, the entry process will be faster and more convenient for travellers. Wondering what’s changed, and what you should prepare instead? Check this guide for more information.

What Is Hong Kong Arrival Card?

The Hong Kong Arrival Card used to be a form that all non-residents had to fill in before entering Hong Kong. It collected travel information like your name, passport number, flight and accommodation details. For years, travellers could complete it either on paper upon arrival or online before the flight. While it wasn’t difficult, it was an extra step, and easy to forget.

Do Singaporeans Need a Hong Kong Arrival Card?

No! As of 16 October 2024, Hong Kong has officially cancelled the arrival card requirement for all travellers. This means you no longer need to fill in any paper forms or online declarations before arrival. Just bring your passport and save the necessary information, and you're good to go.

What Replaces the Hong Kong Arrival Card?

Nothing at all!

There’s no new form, no QR code, and no app to download. There’s no replacement process to worry about.

All you need to do now is present your valid passport at immigration. Officers might also ask for your return or onward flight details, and possibly your hotel address. The goal is to make things quicker for international travellers, and so far, it’s working brilliantly.

Hong Kong Entry Requirements for Singapore Travellers

If you’re travelling with a Singapore passport, entering Hong Kong is simple. Here's what you need to know:

• No visa needed: Singaporeans can enter Hong Kong visa-free for up to 90 days for tourism, business, or family visits.
• Passport validity: Make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 months.
• Flight ticket: Immigration officers may ask to see proof of your departure from Hong Kong.
• Accommodation details: It’s helpful to have your address in Hong Kong ready, just in case.

Fast-Track Option: e‑Channel for Singaporeans

Want to skip the queues at Hong Kong immigration? Singapore passport holders are eligible for the e‑Channel service, which lets you clear immigration through automated gates, just like the locals. Here’s what you need to know if you want to enroll:

• You must be aged 11 or above;
• You must hold a Republic of Singapore passport valid for at least 6 months;
• You should have visited Hong Kong at least twice in the past 24 months;
• Or hold an APEC Business Travel Card, a HKSAR Travel Pass, or be part of a recognised frequent flyer programme;
• Have no adverse record in the HKSAR.

If you meet the criteria, you can register at the airport on arrival. It only takes a few minutes. Once registered, your future entries will be super quick.

Eligible visitors will receive a landing slip upon completion of arrival clearance. The specimen is shown below:

Source: Hong Kong Immigration Department

For frequent travellers from Singapore, this is a game changer.

Travelling from Mainland China or Macau?

If you're entering Hong Kong by land from mainland China or Macau, the process is just as smooth. There’s no arrival card required, and you’ll go through standard immigration checks at the border crossing points.

Make sure you have:

• Your passport ready
• Any relevant Chinese or Macanese exit stamps
• Details of your stay in Hong Kong

The same 90-day visa-free rule applies, and you won’t be asked to fill out any forms. Whether you're coming by high-speed train, ferry, or crossing the land border, the entry is straightforward.

Travel Tips for a Smooth Arrival in Hong Kong

✅ Check your passport validity: It should be valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay.

✈️ Keep your flight ticket: Immigration may request to see it.

🏨 Save your accommodation details: Hotel name, address, or host contact info.

📲 Get a Hong Kong eSIM in advance: So you’re connected the moment you land. Look for eSIMs that cover Hong Kong + Mainland China if you’re crossing borders.

💳 Top up an Octopus Card or use Apple Pay: The Octopus card is perfect for MTR rides and buses.

🏧 Prepare some Hong Kong Dollars: Most places accept cards, but prepare cash just in case.

🚆 Take the Hong Kong Airport Express to Central: It’s fast, clean, and super convenient.