Hong Kong visa requirements for Mauritians
Travel and visa requirements
Hong Kongese Visa is not required for Mauritians
Stay Duration: 90 days
Entry Requirements
- Mauritius citizens looking to travel to Hong Kong can do so without obtaining a visa for a duration of 90 days.
- There are no certificates of vaccinations required for entering Hong Kong.
- Traveller must be in possession of a passport valid for 6 months beyond stay.
- One blank page of the passport is required for entry stamp.
- Travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
- Pets can enter Hong Kong as traveller's luggage, as cargo, or in the cabin.
- In Hong Kong, the power plugs and sockets are of type G and D. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Hong Kong uses the Standard Time zone (GMT+8), hence, Hong Kong is 4 hours ahead of Mauritius.
- Intending visitors can get to Hong Kong from any international airport in Mauritius. There are international airports in Port Louis and Rodrigues.
- Airlines that go from Mauritius to Hong Kong are Emirates, Lufthansa, British Airways and others.
- Hong Kong has a humid subtropical climate characteristic of southern China.
- Hong Kong has the world's largest skyscraper in the world with 317 towers taller than 150 metres (490 ft) and the third-largest number of high-rise buildings in the world.
- Hong Kong has a highly developed, sophisticated transport network of railways, buses and ferries.
- With few natural lakes and rivers, high population density, inaccessible groundwater sources, and extremely seasonal rainfall, the territory does not have a reliable source of freshwater.
- Hong Kong is characterised as a hybrid of East and West, Traditional Chinese values emphasising family and education blend with Western ideals, including economic liberty and the rule of law.
- There are five daily meals taken in Hong Kong- breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner, and siu yeh.
- Dishes include congee, chai su bao, siu yuk, egg tarts and mango pudding.
- Chinese and English are the two official languages of Hong Kong.
- Religion in Hong Kong is characterized by a multi-faith diversity of beliefs and practices. Most of the Hong Kong people of Chinese descent practice Chinese folk religion—which may include Confucian, Taoist doctrines and Buddhism.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it safe to travel to Hong Kong?
The territory is typically a very peaceful, safe place to visit, with low levels of crimes such as pickpocketing. The rule of law is widely enforced, and protests are rarely violent.
How much cash should I bring to Hong Kong?
You can spend as little as $100 per day per person, or the sky is the limit. For transport, allowing roughly $100 daily per person should be more than enough.
What is the best tourist area to visit in Hong Kong?
The most popular tourist area in Hong Kong is Tsim Sha Tsui that is more commonly known as TST is located in Kowloon. With amazing views of the skyline from Hong Kong'svictoria harbour, there is no doubt that it attracts the most tourists.
Are credit cards accepted in Hong Kong?
Credit cards which include American Express, Visa, and MasterCard are accepted in Hong Kong.
Many of the smaller shops in Hong Kong will give better prices if you pay in cash with local currency, most shops accept international credit cards, but some of the smaller ones do not.
Can I use other currencies in Hong Kong?
It is better to convert currencies to Hong Kong dollars instead because a majority of the shops, restaurants, and other businesses in Hong Kong will only accept the Hong Kong dollar as payment.