Coronavirus in Hong Kong

Health and safety measures continue to adjust to the current conditions, travel and quarantine requirements as well as reopening and closures of attractions and events may change at the last minute. Please refresh your browser to see the latest update. This information is current as of June 2, 2021.

Latest on Coronavirus in Hong Kong

Hong Kong Events that have been cancelled / postponed
Upcoming events / attractions that have reopened / on schedule
Hong Kong Current Travel Status, Airports, Ports, Quarantines
Recommendations and Precautions to Prevent Infection

Hong Kong Closures / Cancelled Events

The following will remain closed until further notice:

The 40th Hong Kong Film Awards Presentation Ceremony has been CANCELLED
The Cheung Chau Bun Festival scheduled for May 16 - 20, 2021 has been CANCELLED. Both the "Piu Sik" Parade and the Bun-Scrambling contest have been called off. There signature trio of bun towers WILL be set up, although on a smaller scale. Cantonese Opera performances and distribution of the buns will also go on as planned.
Jumbo Floating Restaurant - Closed until further notice
All the sailing services between HK and Macau will be suspended until further notice

Hong Kong Upcoming events rescheduled / on schedule

Stanley Dragon Boat Festival Races - on June 14, 2021 have been rescheduled for October 10, 2021
Aberdeen Dragon Boat Festival Races - on June 14, 2021 have been rescheduled for October 3, 2021
Tai Po Dragon Boat Festival Races - on June 14, 2021 have been rescheduled for October 17, 2021
Water Parade in Tai O's Dragon Boat Festival - on June 14, 2021 is ON
Hong Kong Book Fair - has been rescheduled for July 2021
The Hong Kong International Jewelry Show 2021 - Postponed from March to July 2 - 6, 2021
Art Basel Hong Kong 2021 - Postponed from March to May 21 - 23, 2021
The Spring Edition of the Asia Contemporary Art - suspended, Fall edition is ON and scheduled for September 30 - October 3, 2021
The Hong Kong International Film Festival - scheduled for March has been postponed to April 1 - 12, 2021
The 2021 Hong Kong Marathon scheduled for January 24, 2021 has been POSTPONED to October 24, 2021
The Hong Kong Rugby Sevens 2021 - Postponed to November 5 - 7, 2021
Clockenflap Hong Kong 2021 - has been announced for November 26 - 28, 2021
Public Masses on Sundays and weekdays have resumed Sunday mass is still being broadcast online at www.catholic.org.hk

Hong Kong Attractions, Tours, Activities that have reopened

Many attractions remain closed but several tours, attractions and activities that can be conducted safely while adhering to proper social distancing guidelines have reopened as have most outdoor activities.

It's time to get out! Here's a list of fun outdoor things to do that have restarted operations and can be booked now. When possible book tickets online and/or make a reservation as many of the activities are running on limited capacities. You can book with confidence as there is a free cancellation policy for all the activities listed here, if your plans change and you cancel up to 24 hours in advance you will receive a full refund.

Hong Kong Disneyland - is OPEN
The Peak Tram, Peak Tower, Sky Terrace and Peak Galleria are OPEN
Ocean Park Hong Kong - is OPEN
The Big Bus Hop On Hop Off Bus operates Saturdays and Sundays
Sky100 Observation Deck - is OPEN
Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car - is OPEN, purchase tickets online
Harbour Cruises have restarted, the following have resumed sailings:
- Aqua Luna cruises on weekends:
  - Day Hop-on Hop-off (Fridays only)
  - Evening Cruises (Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays)
  - Symphony of Lights Cruises (Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays)
  - Stanley Cruises (Saturdays and Sundays)
- Duk Ling sails Saturdays and Sundays
Hong Kong Observation Wheel - is OPEN!
Fantastic outdoor excursions: hiking, kayaking, swimming, mountain biking, paddleboarding...
- Lion Rock Sunset Hiking Adventure - Victoria Harbour's most dramatic summit - 4 hours, starts from Wong Tai Sin MTR station
- Victoria Peak Private Evening Hike - 2 hours, meets at Central MTR Station, Victoria Peak Tram tickets for return optional
- Geopark Kayaking Adventure - 7 hours, meets at Hang Hau MTR Station
- The Mai Po Nature Reserve is OPEN, the WWF offers eco-visits Thrusdays through Sundays, which is the easiest way to visit the reserve without having to get a government permit. You can book an eco-visit here
- Hong Kong Wetland park - is OPEN
- Sai Kung Standup-Paddle Adventure - 5 hours, meets at Hang Hau MTR station
- Hike the legendary Ngong Ping 360 Rescue Trail to the Big Buddha - 4 hours, starts at Tung Chung MTR station
- Lantau Mountain Biking Adventure - 6 hours, meets at the Central Ferry Pier
- Hike the Yellow Dragon Gorge Nature Trek in Lantau Island - 5 hours, meets at Tung Chung MTR station on Lantau Island
- Plover Cove Bicycling and Hiking Adventure - 4 hours, meets at Tai Po Market MTR station
- Tai Mo Shan Waterfall Hike the tallest waterfall in Hong Kong - 4 hours, meets at Tai Wo MTR station
- The Dragon's Back Hike and Tai Long Wan Beach - 5 hours, meets at Shau Kei Wan MTR station
- Ma On Shan Climbing Adventure - 6 hours, starts at Heng On MTR ends in Saikung town
- Tolo Harbour Cycling Adventure - 4 hours, meets at Tai Po Market MTR Station

Hong Kong Current Travel Status, Airports, Ports, Quarantines

Please note that situation is extremely fluid and it changes daily. Restrictions that may affect your travels are put in effect with little or no advance notice. At any rate, all travellers into Hong Kong should be prepared for additional travel precautions at the ports of entry and red tape like health declaration forms, screening measures and quarantines.

Who Can Travel To Hong Kong?

At this time only Hong Kong citizens and residents are allowed to enter Hong Kong. Non-Hong Kong citizens/residents will be denied entry into Hong Kong. Exempt are passengers travelling from Mainland China, Taiwan or Macao that have not been to other country/region in past 14 days.

Passengers will be able to transit through Hong Kong if:

Their itinerary is contained in a single booking
They meet the entry requirements of their final destination
They have their baggage checked through to the final destination
They have been issued their onward boarding pass(es) from their origin and
The connection time between flights is within 24 hours.

In the event you need to cancel or reschedule your overseas flight here is a Master List Of All Major International Airline Coronavirus Change and Cancellation Policies

Macau Ferry services have been suspended temporarily at the Hong Kong China Ferry Terminal and Hong Kong Macau Ferry Terminal. Special charter ferry service from Hong Kong International Airport (SkyPier) to Macao Taipa is in effect for Macau citizens only. More info here.

All cruise lines have suspended sailings into the fall. More suspensions are likely.. The Government of Hong Kong has suspended immigration services at Kai Tak Cruise Terminal and the Ocean Terminal.

Arriving at Hong Kong International Airport: Hong Kong Entry Procedures and Requirements

You must fill out a health declaration form and submit to the Hong Kong Department of Health on arrival. You can complete the form on your smartphone online before your flight, upon completion you get a QR code which will be valid for 48 hours.
As of July 25, 2020, residents arriving from the following high-risk areas Bangladesh, India, Indonesia, Nepal, Pakistan, the Philippines and South Africa, United States and Kazakhstan will need to obtain a negative test result before embarking on a flight to Hong Kong. They will also have to arrange, at their own expense, hotel accommodation for the compulsory 14-day quarantine on arrival in the city.
All arriving passengers will undergo temperature screening and Covid-19 testing at the airport. The test, which involves providing a saliva sample, is conducted at the Temporary Specimen Collection Centre (TSCC) which has been relocated from Asia World Expo Building back to the restricted area at the airport. Passengers wait onsite for the results. If arriving after hours, you will be transferred to a Holding Centre at the Regal Oriental Hotel where you stay overnight and receive the results the next day.
There is a 14-day compulsory quarantine for all arriving passengers which will be at home or at a Quarantine Centre. The currently operating quarantine centres are Chun Yeung Estate in Fo Tan and JPC Permanent Activity Centre and Integrated Youth Training Camp in Pat Heung, Yuen Long, Chai Wan Lei Yue Mun Park and Holiday Village and Sai Kung Outdoor Recreation Centre. Travellers from overseas are allowed to stay in a hotel for quarantine, proof of booking is necessary. More on Hong Kong International Airport quarantine procedures here.

Recommendations and Precautions to Prevent Infection

Please note that the articles and information on this site are for the purpose of providing general information, and do not take the place of, or constitute professional, medical, or legal advice on any subject matter. You are responsible for deciding how to use any information you read on this site and for seeking further professional advice as you see fit. The following is not and should not be interpreted as medical advice. Please consult your physician if you have any health concerns.

The Coronavirus also known as COVID-19 is an infectious respiratory disease that was first contained to Hubei Province in China back in December 2019 and has now spread to many parts around the world creating a global health emergency. On March 11, 2020 the WHO declared the 2019-nCoV a pandemic.

Some simple and common sense precautions all travelers and the regular population for that matter should follow:

Avoid contact with sick people
Wash hands thoroughly and often
Don't touch your eyes, nose, or mouth. If you need to touch your face, make sure your hands are clean
Cover your mouth when coughing/sneezing, but not with your hand, use a tissue or your sleeve if you must
When going through the security lines i.e. at airports or cruise ports, keep all personal items including wallets, keys, phones, inside your carry-on bags to avoid contamination on the security belt or the bins or trays used at the security checkpoint which are some of the germiest places of any airport. Keep a pair of anti-bacterial wipes or hand sanitizer for after going through the security line
If feeling unwell or showing any symptoms(specially fever or cough), act responsibly, wear a mask, inform hotel staff and seek medical advice immediately. Some people develop very mild symptoms. Early testing and detection are crucial. The Department of Health (DH) provides free testing of COVID-19, here's how to get tested for Covid-19 in Hong Kong.
And don't forget, Prevention Starts With You.