Hong Kong passport holders don't need a visa to visit the Schengen Area for up to 90 days in any 180. Today a valid passport is enough; once ETIAS starts, you'll need to apply online before you travel (€20, valid 3 years). The UK and Ireland have their own separate rules.
What you need today
- A Hong Kong SAR passport valid at least 3 months after you leave Europe and issued within the last 10 years.
- Proof of accommodation, a return ticket and enough funds for the country you visit (for example €122.10 a day in Spain).
- EES registration (fingerprints and photo) on your first entry.
What changes with ETIAS
Before each trip you'll need a valid ETIAS. It takes about 10 minutes online, costs €20 (free under 18 and over 70) and lasts 3 years or until your passport expires. Renew your passport and you'll need a new ETIAS.
Fill in the form
Passport details, contact info, education, job and a few security questions.
Pay €20
Online. Free if you're under 18 or over 70.
Get it by email
Usually within minutes; at most 96 hours unless they ask for more info.
Off you go!
It's linked to your passport for 3 years. At the border you're registered in the EES.
Good to know for Hong Kong passport holders
- Visa-free access applies to Hong Kong SAR passport holders. Other travel documents may follow different rules.
Entry requirements for top destinations
Frequently asked questions
Do Hong Kong passport holders need a visa for Europe?
No, not for short stays of up to 90 days in any 180 in the Schengen Area.
When will Hong Kong passport holders need ETIAS?
Once ETIAS starts; there's no official date yet. Start date tracker.
Keep reading
Sources
- European Commission: official list of nationalities that will need ETIAS
- European Commission: ETIAS FAQ
This guide is independent and for information only. Rules can change: before you travel, always double-check on the official ETIAS website and with the authorities of the country you're visiting.