Macau Visa RequirementsFor Canada passport holders
Canadian passport holders can visit Macau visa-free for up to 90 days. Macau is a Special Administrative Region of China with its own immigration controls entirely separate from mainland China.
Great news! Canada passport holders can enter Macau without a visa for tourism or business purposes. You can stay up to 90 days.
No visa or advance authorisation is needed for Canadian passport holders visiting Macau. Present your Canadian passport at the Macau border gate, the ferry terminal, or the airport and a visitor permit will be issued on arrival for up to 90 days. A separate Chinese visa is required if you wish to cross into mainland China from Macau. Ensure your passport is valid for the duration of your stay.
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond date of entry
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Current Travel Situation
Canada to Macau: What You Need to Know
Macau, a former Portuguese colony handed over to China in 1999, is a fascinating blend of Portuguese colonial architecture and Chinese culture layered over one of the world's most concentrated casino resort strips. The Historic Centre of Macau is a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring baroque churches, colonial plazas, and fortresses. Macau is easily reached by high-speed ferry from Hong Kong or by the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge, and has its own international airport. Entry into Macau does not grant access to mainland China, which requires a separate Chinese visa.
Practical Tips
- Do not cross into Zhuhai or any other part of mainland China from Macau without a valid Chinese visa; the border between Macau SAR and China proper is a fully controlled international border.
- The Historic Centre of Macau, including the Ruins of St Paul, is walkable in half a day and is the cultural heart of the city.
- High-speed ferry services connect Macau to Hong Kong International Airport and Hong Kong proper throughout the day.
- Macau pataca (MOP) is the official currency, but Hong Kong dollars are widely accepted at par in most establishments.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Canadians need a visa for Macau?
No. Canadian passport holders can enter Macau visa-free for up to 90 days. Macau is a Special Administrative Region of China with its own independent immigration system, completely separate from mainland China.
Does a Macau visit allow entry into mainland China?
No. Entry into Macau does not permit entry into mainland China. Macau SAR has its own border controls and crossing into the adjacent Chinese city of Zhuhai or any other part of mainland China requires a valid Chinese visa.
How do I get from Hong Kong to Macau?
High-speed ferries connect the Hong Kong-Macau Ferry Terminal (Sheung Wan) and Hong Kong International Airport directly to Macau's outer harbour and Taipa Ferry Terminal throughout the day. The journey takes approximately one hour.
What is the currency in Macau?
The official currency is the Macau pataca (MOP), but Hong Kong dollars (HKD) are accepted almost everywhere at roughly par value. Major hotels and casinos accept credit cards; bring some HKD or MOP cash for markets and small restaurants.