ETIAS · Hong Kong citizensETIAS for Hong Kong citizens
Holders of a Hong Kong SAR passport enjoy visa-free short stays in the Schengen Area, and from late 2026 they will also need an approved ETIAS travel authorisation for trips of up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
Key facts
Validity
Up to 3 years or until your passport expires
Stay
Up to 90 days within any 180-day period
Coverage
Multiple entries across the Schengen Area
Price
€35 all-inclusive (€20 official + €15 service)
How it works
Tell us about your trip
Confirm your nationality, destination, dates, and purpose using the checker above.
We prepare your application
Our team completes the official ETIAS form accurately, with your own email on file as required.
We submit at launch
The moment the official ETIAS system opens, we submit on your behalf and track the outcome.
You receive your authorisation
Approval is linked electronically to your passport — usually within minutes of submission, occasionally longer if extra checks apply.
Passport requirements
Use a Hong Kong SAR passport valid for at least three months beyond your departure from the Schengen Area, issued within the last 10 years. The visa exemption applies to the SAR passport, not all travel documents.
Fees
The official ETIAS fee is €20. HelpMyVisa handles everything for €35 all-inclusive, refundable before submission.
Frequently asked questions
Do Hong Kong SAR passport holders need a visa for Europe?
Not for short stays — the SAR passport is visa-exempt and will need an ETIAS from late 2026.
Does this apply to all Hong Kong travel documents?
The visa exemption and ETIAS apply to the HKSAR passport; other documents may have different rules.
How long can I stay?
Up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the Schengen Area.
What does it cost?
€35 all-inclusive (€20 official + €15 service), refundable before submission.