Hong Kong To Raise Immigration, Passport Fees Starting September 8

• The Hong Kong Immigration Department will increase fees for immigration and passport services starting September 8, 2025.
• This is the first significant fee revision in several years.
• Fee adjustments will affect various services, including visa extensions, entry and re-entry permits, and travel document processing.

The Hong Kong Immigration Department has announced it will increase fees for various immigration and passport services starting September 8, 2025. This marks the first substantial revision of these charges in years.

The upcoming adjustments will apply to a wide array of services, including visa extensions, entry and re-entry permits, and travel document processing. Government officials stated that the fee changes aim to reflect the “user pays” principle and ensure the department recovers the full cost of services provided.

These changes come after a detailed cost analysis revealed that many current fees fall short of covering operational expenses.

Fee increases will vary, with some seeing moderate hikes and others rising over 50 percent. For instance, the standard visa fee will go from HK$230 to HK$330, and a three-year multiple-entry permit will increase from HK$935 to HK$1,350.

Breakdown of Notable Changes

Fifteen key immigration services will be affected, including:

• Seaman’s Identity Book: from HK$310 to HK$430
• Transit Visa: from HK$120 to HK$170
• Stay Condition Change: from HK$230 to HK$330
• Multiple Re-entry Permit: from HK$170 to HK$210
• APEC Business Travel Card (valid for 5 years): from HK$540 to HK$700

Passport fees will also go up. A 32-page adult passport will rise from HK$370 to HK$430, while a 48-page child passport will increase from HK$230 to HK$260. These adjustments will apply equally to both new applications and renewals.

For overseas applicants, delivery charges are also going up. Express delivery to Europe and North America will now cost HK$310, up from HK$220. Registered airmail will increase from HK$47 to HK$60.

Background and Rationale

Officials emphasized that the decision isn’t aimed at discouraging travel or trade, but rather at ensuring financial sustainability and continued service quality. “We remain committed to delivering high-quality immigration services,” said a department representative. “Adjusting fees is necessary to keep up with rising costs and infrastructure demands.”

The department noted that fees have remained static for years, despite growth in service demand and infrastructure investment.

What to Keep in Mind

Authorities advise travelers and residents to file applications before the new fees take effect on September 8, 2025, to benefit from the current lower rates. This includes passport renewals, visa applications, and other immigration-related services.

Applicants especially those applying from abroad should also consider the higher cost of delivery when budgeting for future applications, particularly if expedited service is required.

A comprehensive list of the revised fees is available on the official Immigration Department website.

Though the increased costs may affect some travelers’ budgets, officials believe the gradual rollout will allow users to adjust without compromising service quality.