India issues ‘Pre-Arrival Registration’ advisory for Indians visiting Hong Kong. Know why

As per the latest development, the Consulate General of India in Hong Kong has issued a crucial advisory directed at Indian nationals intending to visit the Special Administrative Region for a period not exceeding 14 days. According to the advisory, individuals will be required to complete an online Pre-Arrival Registration (PAR) before their trip. This advisory was announced by the Indian mission, which explicitly stated, “Indian nationals planning a visit to the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) for a duration of up to 14 days are mandated to undergo online Pre-Arrival Registration (PAR).” More from Travel News Srinagar: Asia’s largest tulip garden will open to the public from March 23 8 insane facts about Titanic that will blow your mind! Gulmarg authorities take action against illegal tourist guidesMore News Read more: 8 Kashmiri Lakes that should top your summer trip list It’s has been informed that a successfully processed PAR will remain valid for six months, which will further allow multiple entries. Also, it’s important to note that the particulars provided in the PAR must precisely match those documented in the individual’s passport. Best international trips from India under 25k in April! FacebookTwitterPintrest Reports also have it that travellers are required to carry a printed copy of the approved PAR on a white A4 size paper. Apart from this, Indian visitors must ensure that they have a passport with a validity of at least six months, confirmed return or onward tickets, a verified hotel reservation, evidence of the genuine purpose of their visit, and documentation proving adequate financial means. Read more: Beautiful monuments that inspired Disney castles; the Indian one is no-brainer! The Consulate General of India further stressed that merely possessing a Pre-Arrival Registration (PAR) does not guarantee entry into Hong Kong. Compliance with the above mentioned prerequisites is imperative. If reports are to go by, instances have been reported where failure to adhere to these requirements led to denial of entry by Hong Kong Immigration. Consequently, affected individuals had to return to their port of embarkation from India via the same airline, often encountering significant inconvenience and delays at the airport awaiting repatriation. Given these potential challenges, the Consulate General of India strongly urges Indian nationals to meticulously adhere to the regulations set forth by the Government of HKSAR. This proactive approach aims to minimize the likelihood of encountering any unforeseen inconveniences during their visit to Hong Kong. These are the reasons why the the Consulate General of India is precisely urging Indian nationals visiting Hong Kong to follow Government of HKSAR’s regulations in this regard, to ensure that they do not face any possibility of inconvenience, and enjoy a hassle-free travel. Facebook Twitter Linkedin Email

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