Nationality matters
Entry rights depend on the passport you will travel with, not just where you live.
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Visas and Entry Requirements
Check every border in your holiday, especially when combining Hong Kong, Shanghai and Japan.
Separate entry system
Mainland China and Hong Kong have different immigration rules. Always check current official advice.
Independent border requirements
Check arrival and reentry rules if travelling onward to mainland China and returning.
Entry and customs
Check passport conditions, current visa requirements, arrival procedures and onward travel.
Connection permissions
A connection can introduce additional entry or transit requirements, especially on separate air tickets.
Official travel advice
Use Smartraveller and the destination government sites for current requirements.