How many days can mainland citizens stay in Hong Kong?

If mainland citizens hold a tourist visa or pass, they can usually stay in Hong Kong for 7 days to 3 months. The specific length of time is determined by the Immigration Department and notified upon entry. If you hold other types of visas, such as work, study or settlement, the length of stay will be determined by the validity period and conditions of the visa.

1. Understand visa types

Mainland citizens traveling to Hong Kong need to apply for corresponding visas or passes. Common types include tourist visas, business visas, family visit visas, work visas, student visas, etc. Different types of visas correspond to different lengths of stay and entry conditions. Therefore, before planning to travel to Hong Kong, you first need to understand which type of visa you need to apply for, as well as the length of stay and entry conditions for this visa.

2. Apply for a visa and understand the length of stay

Apply for a suitable visa from the relevant department based on your travel purpose and plan. During the application process, you need to submit corresponding materials and certificates, and fill in the application form as required. After the application is successful, you will receive a visa or pass, which will indicate the specific time allowed to stay in Hong Kong. It should be noted that even if the stay time is stated on the visa or pass, the immigration department still has the right to make adjustments based on actual circumstances.

3. Comply with entry regulations and length of stay

When entering Hong Kong, you need to present a valid visa or pass to the immigration department and comply with entry regulations. The Immigration Department will determine the specific time allowed to stay based on the actual situation and indicate it on the entry stamp. During your stay, you need to abide by Hong Kong's laws, regulations and social order, and are not allowed to engage in activities that are inconsistent with your visa type. At the same time, you need to pay attention to the validity period of your visa or pass to ensure you leave the country within the validity period.

4. Handling special circumstances

If you encounter special circumstances and need to extend your stay in Hong Kong, you can apply to the Immigration Department for an extension. However, whether to grant an extension and the specific duration of the extension are decided by the Immigration Department. Overstaying without approval may result in fines, detention or even deportation.

In summary:

The length of stay of mainland citizens in Hong Kong depends on the type of visa or pass they hold and the decision of the immigration department. Before planning to travel to Hong Kong, you need to know which type of visa you need to apply for, as well as the length of stay and entry conditions for this visa. When entering the country, you need to comply with entry regulations and length of stay, and pay attention to the validity period of your visa or pass. If you encounter special circumstances and need to extend your stay, you can apply to the Immigration Department for an extension but be aware of the relevant consequences.

Legal basis:

"Exit and Entry Administration Law of the People's Republic of China"

Article 29:

If the visa held by a foreigner indicates that he or she needs to apply for a residence permit after entry, he or she must apply for a residence permit for foreigners at the exit-entry administration agency of the public security bureau of the local people's government at or above the county level in the place of intended residence within 30 days from the date of entry. When applying for a foreigner's residence permit, he or she must submit his or her passport or other international travel documents, as well as relevant materials related to the application, and retain fingerprints and other biometric information. The exit and entry administration agency of the public security organ shall review and make a decision within fifteen days from the date of receipt of the application materials, and issue foreigner residence documents of the corresponding category and period according to the purpose of residence.