Key Points
- The authorities of Hong Kong will introduce an updated electronic health declaration system that all travelers must complete before entering the jurisdiction
Overview
The authorities of Hong Kong updated its electronic health declaration system for all travelers entering the jurisdiction starting July 28, 2022. All travelers entering Hong Kong will be required to complete an online Health and Quarantine Declaration form before arrival. After submitting the form, travelers will receive a QR code that is scanned before boarding a flight to Hong Kong. The QR code will remain valid for 96 hours, and the form can be submitted three days before the scheduled arrival time in Hong Kong. Within the form, travelers will need to include information on vaccination status and designated quarantine hotel reservations.
What are the Changes?
Inbound travelers to Hong Kong will be required to submit a health declaration form through the Health and Quarantine Declaration system beginning July 28, 2022. The new system is expected to streamline the processing of arrival quarantine procedures, according to the officials of Hong Kong.
Looking Ahead
Continue to check the authorities of Hong Kong’s website for the latest updates and information.
Written by: Jessie Butchley, Global Immigration Writer, Envoy Global
Source: news.gov.hk, Official Authorities of Hong Kong
