Hong Kong Passport Ranking: Visa-Free Countries and Visa Requirements

Hong KongThis country’s passport is ranked No. 32 globally.Last check:Last update:
Mobility Score164

How Do We Rank It?

passportreports.com's AI-supported ranking model ranks passports by mobility score, a metric that combines visa-free entry, visa on arrival, and electronic travel authorization access. When scores are tied, it first compares the number of visa-free destinations, then destinations accessible with electronic travel authorization, and finally visa-on-arrival destinations. Review the algorithm used in our methodology.

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Passport Mobility Over Time

Annual Mobility Score and global ranking history for this passport.

Mobility History Table
YearMobility ScoreGlobal Rank
20209340
202113336
202215636
202316137
202416136
202516428
202616432
Population
7,510,800(2025)
Official language
Chinese, English
Government type
Special administrative region with an executive-led system
Continent
Asia
Capital
Hong Kong
Currency
Hong Kong dollar
Area
1,114 km²
Phone code
+852

Hong Kong: Other Rankings

Welcoming rankWelcoming Countries
49th out of 199 countries
Within-Language RankingEnglish
9th out of 60 countries
Within-Language RankingChinese
2nd out of 5 countries
Form-of-Government RankingSpecial Administrative Region With An Executive-Led System
1st out of 2 countries
WTO Members RankingWTO Member Countries
40th out of 159 countries
APEC RankingAPEC Member Economies
9th out of 21 countries

Key Destination Access

USARequired

A valid visa is required before travel.

United KingdomeTA

An electronic travel authorization is required before travel.

CanadaeTA

An electronic travel authorization is required before travel.

Schengen AreaVisa-Free

Visa-free travel is available.

About Hong Kong

Hong Kong sits on the southeastern coast of China, at the edge of the Pearl River Delta. Its territory includes Hong Kong Island, the Kowloon Peninsula, and numerous outlying islands. The region is known for its dramatic skyline, natural deep-water harbor, and mountainous terrain. Despite its dense urban core, much of Hong Kong remains rural and is covered by green parkland.

Daily life in Hong Kong moves at a relentless pace, shaped by a mix of Eastern and Western influences. Its streets are lined with neon signs, bustling markets, and modern skyscrapers alongside traditional temples and old tenement buildings. The city is a hub of commerce, finance, and dining, where Cantonese culture blends seamlessly with international trends. Public transport is efficient and heavily used, helping millions navigate the compact territory every day.

Hong Kong operates as a Special Administrative Region of China, with its own legal and economic systems under the principle of one country, two systems. It remains a major global financial center and a gateway for trade between mainland China and the rest of the world. The city's international airport and pro-business environment attract travelers and investors from every continent. While its political status has drawn global attention, Hong Kong continues to be a vital link in regional and global networks.