Passport Renewal HK: A Complete Guide to Hong Kong Passport Renewal

If you're planning to travel abroad, you should check if your passport has expired or is about to expire. Since preparing documents and processing a Hong Kong SAR passport renewal takes time, you should renew your passport well in advance to avoid disrupting your travel plans. This article covers everything you need to know about passport renewal HK, including fees, processing times, required documents, and application procedures.

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How to Apply for Hong Kong Passport Renewal

If your Hong Kong passport is damaged or lost, or if you need to change personal information on your passport, you must submit your application in person. You can make a passport renewal HK online appointment through the Hong Kong government's one-stop portal.

If you're simply renewing your passport because it's about to expire, you can apply online, by mail, or at a self-service kiosk, then collect your new passport in person at an Immigration Department office, a Chinese embassy or consulate abroad, or a mainland office.

HK Passport Renewal Online

If you can collect your passport in person from a designated Immigration Department office, a Chinese embassy or consulate abroad, or a mainland office, you can apply for Hong Kong SAR passport renewal online through the internet or the Immigration Department's mobile app. This doesn't include applications for lost, damaged, or unusable passports, or changes to personal information. For applicants under 16 years old or unmarried applicants aged 16-17, the parent or legal guardian who consents to the application must accompany the child/applicant to collect the passport in person.

By Mail

You can mail your Hong Kong passport renewal application form along with the relevant supporting documents to:

Travel Documents and Nationality (Application) Section
Immigration Department
4/F, Immigration Tower
7 Gloucester Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong

Self-Service Kiosk

Document Submission Kiosks are available at the Immigration Department headquarters and six regional offices. Applicants can use these kiosks during office hours to apply for passport renewal HK. The application steps are:

1. Read and follow the on-screen instructions
2. Place your Hong Kong ID card/Permanent Identity Card Application Receipt
3. Complete the fingerprint identification procedure
4. Take or scan a photo
5. Enter application information or scan a completed application form
6. Pay the fee using EPS or Octopus
7. Collect your notification letter and receipt

HK SAR Passport Renewal Fees

Hong Kong passport renewal application fees vary according to age and number of pages¹:

Type	Fee
16 years or above (valid for 10 years)	32 pages – HK$370 / 48 pages – HK$460
Under 16 years (valid for 5 years)	32 pages – HK$185 / 48 pages – HK$230

Passport Renewal HK Processing Time

HK SAR passports are valid for 10 years or 5 years, depending on the holder's age. When collecting your new passport, you must cancel your old passport, and the new passport's validity period of 10 or 5 years begins from the date of issue. Generally, if your Hong Kong passport is about to expire, or if you expect to travel or stay abroad for a period of time, you should ensure that your passport remains valid throughout your stay abroad to avoid having to apply while overseas.

After the Immigration Department receives all required documents, fees, and photos, the passport renewal HK process typically takes five working days to complete. Generally, you can collect your new passport on the next working day after the application is processed. If you don't submit your application in person (e.g., by mail), allow an additional two to three working days for processing. Applications due to loss, damage, or changes to personal information may take longer to process.²

Documents Required for HK Passport Renewal

The documents required for Hong Kong passport renewal depend on the submission method and the passport holder's age.

Submission method:

• If submitting in person, bring original supporting documents.
• If applying by mail, submit photocopies of supporting documents (except Hong Kong ID card) along with the application form, photos, and a cheque for payment. Photocopies should be on A4 paper (210mm x 297mm).
• If applying for HK passport renewal online or through the Immigration Department's mobile app, upload copies of supporting documents.

Applicants 18 years or above

1. Passport application form (Form ID 841)
2. Hong Kong Permanent Identity Card
3. Recent color photograph with white background

Applicants 16-17 years old

1. Passport application form (Form ID 841)
2. Hong Kong Permanent Identity Card/Hong Kong Permanent Identity Card Application Receipt
3. Recent color photograph with white background
4. Hong Kong ID card or valid travel document of parent/legal guardian consenting to the application
5. Copy of birth certificate if not born in Hong Kong

Applicants 11-15 years old

1. Passport application form (Form ID 842)
2. Hong Kong Permanent Identity Card
3. Recent color photograph of the child with white background
4. Copy of Hong Kong ID card or valid travel document of parent/legal guardian consenting to the application
5. Copy of birth certificate if the child was not born in Hong Kong

Children under 11 with Hong Kong Permanent Identity Card

1. Passport application form (Form ID 842)
2. Hong Kong Permanent Identity Card
3. Recent color photograph of the child with white background
4. Copy of Hong Kong ID card or valid travel document of parent/legal guardian consenting to the application
5. Copy of birth certificate if the child was not born in Hong Kong
6. Recent school document certified by the school with the child's photo (e.g., student handbook or school record card with the child's name, date of birth, and photo) or other identity document

Hong Kong Passport Renewal Photo Requirements

When applying for passport renewal HK, applicants must submit three recent color photographs with a white background that meet specific requirements⁵:

• The photo should show your full face and clearly display your facial features.
• The photo dimensions must be 40mm (width) x 50mm (height), with the distance from chin to crown between 32mm and 36mm, and appropriate space above the crown.
• Don't wear hats or accessories when taking the photo, avoid heavy makeup, and don't wear clothes that are too dark or too light.

For Hong Kong passport renewal online applications or through the Immigration Department's mobile app, digital photos must meet these specifications:

• Image type: JPEG
• File size: 5MB or less
• Suitable dimensions:
• Scanned at 600dpi – photo size: 40mm (width) x 50mm (height)
• Captured by digital camera – image size: minimum 1200 pixels (width) x 1600 pixels (height)

Passport Renewal HK Application Locations

You can apply for HK SAR passport renewal at the following Immigration Department offices:

Office Address	Office Hours
Travel Documents and Nationality (Application) Section 4/F, Immigration Tower, 7 Gloucester Road, Wan Chai	Monday to Friday: 8:45am to 4:30pmSaturday: 9:00am to 11:30am
Hong Kong Island Travel Documents Issuing Office 2/F, Harbour Building, 38 Pier Road, Central	Monday to Friday: 9:00am to 4:30pmSaturday: 9:00am to 12:30pm
Immigration Department - East Kowloon Office Level 2, Sceneway Plaza, Sceneway Garden, 1-17 Sceneway Road, Lam Tin	Monday to Friday: 9:00am to 12:45pm, 2:00pm to 4:30pmSaturday: 9:00am to 12:30pm
Immigration Department - Sha Tin Office 3/F, Sha Tin Government Offices, 1 Sheung Wo Che Road, Sha Tin	Monday to Friday: 9:00am to 12:45pm, 2:00pm to 4:30pmSaturday: 9:00am to 12:30pm
Immigration and Registration of Persons - Fo Tan Office Shops 405-407, 4/F, Jubilee Square, 2-18 Lok King Street, Fo Tan	Monday to Friday: 9:00am to 12:45pm, 2:00pm to 4:30pmSaturday: 9:00am to 12:30pm
Immigration Department - Tuen Mun Office 1/F & 2/F, Tuen Mun Siu Lun Government Complex, 19 Siu Lun Street, Tuen Mun	Monday to Friday: 9:00am to 12:45pm, 2:00pm to 4:30pmSaturday: 9:00am to 12:30pm
Immigration and Registration of Persons - Yuen Long Office 1/F, Yuen Long Government Offices, 2 Kiu Lok Square, Yuen Long	Monday to Friday: 9:00am to 12:45pm, 2:00pm to 4:30pmSaturday: 9:00am to 12:30pm
Immigration Department - West Kowloon Office Ground Floor, 28 Kimberley Street, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon	Monday to Friday: 9:00am to 12:45pm, 2:00pm to 4:30pmSaturday: 9:00am to 12:30pm [Note: Self-service kiosks are available from 8:00am]

Hong Kong Passport Renewal Overseas

If you're overseas, you can still apply for Hong Kong passport renewal overseas. You can submit your application in person at the nearest Chinese embassy or consulate abroad or mainland office, mail your application to the Hong Kong Immigration Department, or apply online.

If applying by mail, you must collect your passport in person at an Immigration Department office in Hong Kong or at your chosen Chinese embassy or consulate abroad or mainland office, and present the original supporting documents.

You can also apply for HK passport renewal online or through the Immigration Department's mobile app, then collect your passport in person from the Travel Documents (Issue) Section on the 4th floor of Immigration Tower in Wan Chai, Hong Kong, or from your chosen Chinese embassy or consulate abroad or mainland office.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I renew my Hong Kong passport?

You can apply for passport renewal HK online, by mail, or at a self-service kiosk, then collect your new passport in person at an Immigration Department office, a Chinese embassy or consulate abroad, or a Mainland office. Even if you're overseas, you can still apply in person, mail your application to the Hong Kong Immigration Department, or apply online.

How long does it take to renew a HK passport?

After the Immigration Department receives your application, the Hong Kong passport renewal processing typically takes five working days, and you can collect your new passport on the next working day.

Do I need to make an appointment for passport renewal HK?

You can make a passport renewal HK online appointment through the Hong Kong government's website.

How much does Hong Kong passport renewal cost?

The cost for HK SAR passport renewal varies depending on the applicant's age and the number of passport pages, ranging from HK$185 to HK$460.

Which countries offer visa-free entry to Hong Kong SAR passport holders?

Currently, 168 countries and territories offer visa-free entry or visa-on-arrival arrangements to HKSAR passport holders, including Canada, the Schengen Area, Japan, South Korea, New Zealand, Thailand, the United Kingdom, Singapore, and more.

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Sources used in this article:

1. Hong Kong Immigration Department: Fee Tables
2. Hong Kong Immigration Department: Application for HKSAR Passport
3. Hong Kong Immigration Department: Document Submission Kiosks
4. Hong Kong Immigration Department: Application from Overseas
5. Hong Kong Immigration Department: Photo Requirements for HKSAR Travel Documents

Sources last checked on 27-Dec-2021