Hong Kong Visa RequirementsFor Colombia passport holders
Colombian citizens need a visa to visit Hong Kong, applied for online or at a Hong Kong Immigration office. The visa fee is approximately $30 USD (HKD 230) and allows stays of up to 14 days. Hong Kong is one of Asia's most dynamic cities: a global financial center, extraordinary food capital, and fascinating hybrid of British colonial and Chinese culture at the gateway to mainland China.
Colombia passport holders require a visa to enter Hong Kong.
Apply for a Hong Kong visitor visa at the Hong Kong Immigration Department's online portal (immd.gov.hk) or submit a paper application. Required: valid Colombian passport (minimum 6 months validity), completed application form, passport photos, return flight booking, hotel reservation, bank statements, and visa fee (HKD 230 / ~$30 USD). Processing takes 3-5 business days online. You can also apply through the nearest Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office or the Chinese Embassy/Consulate in Bogota (as a consular service for HK visas). Note: a Hong Kong visitor visa is separate from a China visa; they do not substitute for each other.
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
Required Documents
Valid Colombian passport (minimum 6 months validity)
Completed Hong Kong visitor visa application form
Passport photos
Return flight booking
Hotel reservation
Bank statements
Visa fee: HKD 230 (~$30 USD)
Current Travel Situation
Colombia to Hong Kong: What You Need to Know
Hong Kong SAR (Special Administrative Region) is governed under the "one country, two systems" framework since its return to Chinese sovereignty in 1997. Hong Kong maintains its own immigration policies, separate from mainland China. Colombia does not have a visa-free arrangement with Hong Kong for tourist visits beyond what is granted on an individual basis. Hong Kong requires Colombian citizens to obtain a visitor visa. Hong Kong offers an extraordinary density of world-class experiences: the spectacular harbor and skyline, an unparalleled food scene, world-class museums, and day trips to Macau and mainland China. For Colombian travelers, Hong Kong is typically a stopover on longer Asia trips.
How to Get There
No direct Colombia-Hong Kong flights exist. Connect from Bogota (BOG) to Hong Kong (HKG) via Los Angeles (LAX) on Cathay Pacific, or via Toronto, or via Madrid then Singapore. Cathay Pacific operates LAX-HKG (approximately 14 hours) and connects from Bogota via LAX. Total journey from Bogota to Hong Kong is approximately 20-28 hours.
Money & Banking
Hong Kong uses the Hong Kong dollar (HKD), pegged to USD at approximately HKD 7.8 = $1 USD. Hong Kong is expensive: budget HKD 600-1,200 ($77-154 USD) per day for mid-range travel. Street food from dai pai dongs and local cha chaan teng (Hong Kong style diners) is affordable and outstanding: bowl of wonton noodle soup HKD 30-50 ($3.85-6.40 USD). International-standard restaurants are very expensive. Octopus Card is the essential transit card for MTR (metro), buses, ferries, and some convenience stores.
Practical Tips
Victoria Peak (The Peak): panoramic views over Hong Kong harbor from the hilltop, accessible by the Peak Tram (the world's steepest funicular). Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront: the famous Star Ferry across the harbor from Kowloon to Central, with views of the Hong Kong Island skyline. Temple Street Night Market (Kowloon): street food, fortune tellers, and Cantonese opera. Mong Kok: goldfish market, jade market, flower market, and the intense street life of one of the world's most densely populated urban areas. The Big Buddha on Lantau Island (accessible by Ngong Ping 360 cable car). Macau day trip: gambling casinos, the Ruins of St. Paul's (UNESCO), and the Portuguese-Chinese colonial culinary fusion.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Colombian citizens need a visa for Hong Kong?
Yes. Colombians need a Hong Kong visitor visa. Apply at immd.gov.hk or through the Chinese Embassy in Bogota (consular service for HK). Fee: HKD 230 (~$30 USD), 3-5 business days processing. A Hong Kong visa is separate from a China visa.
Can I visit mainland China with a Hong Kong visa?
No. A Hong Kong visitor visa is only valid for Hong Kong SAR. To enter mainland China, you need a separate Chinese visa. However, many nationalities can visit Guangdong Province and a few border areas from Hong Kong for short periods without a China visa -- check current policies.
How do I get from Hong Kong to Macau?
The fastest route is the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge bus (take a bus from Hong Kong airport to Macau, approximately 40 minutes). Alternatively, take the Turbojet or Cotaijet high-speed ferry from the Hong Kong Macau Ferry Terminal (approximately 1 hour). Colombians with a Hong Kong visa can visit Macau as Macau also requires separate entry documentation -- check Macau immigration requirements.