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Hong Kong Extends APEC Business Travel Card Visa-Free Stay to 90 Days
- Hong Kong will increase the visa-free stay period for eligible APEC Business Travel Card (ABTC) holders from 60 to 90 days beginning Nov. 1, 2026.
Extended Stay Period for ABTC Holders
The Immigration Department (ImmD) has announced that, effective Nov. 1, 2026, the maximum visa-free stay period in Hong Kong for ABTC holders who have obtained pre-clearance from the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) will increase from 60 days to 90 days.
Part of a Broader APEC Initiative
According to the ImmD, the APEC Business Mobility Group (BMG) has announced that five participating economies will extend the maximum stay period for visiting ABTC holders from 60 days to 90 days to enhance the effectiveness of the ABTC program. These economies are:
- China
- Hong Kong
- Indonesia
- The Philippines
- Singapore
Implementation dates may vary by economy.
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