{"id":281,"date":"2025-10-21T05:35:28","date_gmt":"2025-10-21T05:35:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/desinri.com\/blog\/?p=281"},"modified":"2026-05-05T08:06:00","modified_gmt":"2026-05-05T08:06:00","slug":"hong-kong-pre-arrival-registration-par-for-indian-nationals-the-complete-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/desinri.com\/blog\/hong-kong-pre-arrival-registration-par-for-indian-nationals-the-complete-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Hong Kong Pre-Arrival Registration (PAR) for Indian Nationals: The Complete Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Overview (What PAR Is &amp; Who Needs It)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>PAR = mandatory pre-registration<\/strong> for <strong>Indian passport holders<\/strong> who want to visit <strong>Hong Kong SAR (HKSAR)<\/strong> visa-free for <strong>short stays<\/strong>. After a successful PAR, you can enter Hong Kong <strong>visa-free for up to 14 days per visit<\/strong>. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.immd.gov.hk\/eng\/services\/visas\/pre-arrival_registration_for_indian_nationals.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com\">Immigration Department<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PAR is <strong>free<\/strong>, <strong>online<\/strong>, and the decision is provided <strong>instantly on screen<\/strong> (you download\/print a <strong>Notification Slip<\/strong>). (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.immd.gov.hk\/eng\/services\/visas\/pre-arrival_registration_for_indian_nationals.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com\">Immigration Department<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you want to stay <strong>longer than 14 days<\/strong>, you\u2019ll need a <strong>Visit Visa \/ Entry Permit<\/strong> (apply in advance), or try an <strong>in-Hong-Kong visitor extension<\/strong> (case-by-case; not guaranteed). (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.immd.gov.hk\/eng\/services\/visas\/visit-transit\/visit-visa-entry-permit.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com\">Immigration Department<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What You Get After Successful PAR<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A <strong>\u201cNotification Slip for Pre-arrival Registration for Indian Nationals\u201d<\/strong> linked to your passport.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It allows <strong>multiple entries<\/strong> during its validity (typically <strong>6 months<\/strong>), with <strong>maximum 14 days per visit<\/strong>. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.immd.gov.hk\/eng\/services\/visas\/pre-arrival_registration_for_indian_nationals.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com\">Immigration Department<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Important<\/strong>: PAR <strong>does not guarantee entry<\/strong>; immigration can still refuse admission if normal requirements aren\u2019t met. This is stated directly on the notification slip.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Example (from a real slip):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Validity window, multiple entries within the window, and <strong>14 days max per visit<\/strong> are printed on the slip.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step-by-Step: How to Apply for PAR (Free, Online)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Check your passport<\/strong>: Indian passport with at least <strong>6 months<\/strong> validity beyond the travel date is recommended.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Apply online<\/strong> at the official Immigration Department (ImmD) PAR page: <code>https:\/\/www.immd.gov.hk\/eng\/services\/visas\/pre-arrival_registration_for_indian_nationals.html<\/code> (Read the official <strong>Guidance Notes<\/strong> before you start:) <code>https:\/\/www.immd.gov.hk\/eng\/forms\/forms\/id-e-1023.html<\/code> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.immd.gov.hk\/eng\/services\/visas\/pre-arrival_registration_for_indian_nationals.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com\">Immigration Department<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fill in details<\/strong> exactly as in your passport (name, passport no., DOB, etc.).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Submit<\/strong> \u2014 result is provided <strong>instantly on screen<\/strong>. If successful, <strong>download &amp; print<\/strong> the <strong>Notification Slip<\/strong> (A4, single sheet). (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.immd.gov.hk\/eng\/services\/visas\/pre-arrival_registration_for_indian_nationals.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com\">Immigration Department<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sign<\/strong> the slip in the box provided and keep it with your passport. (If details change or you get a new passport, re-apply PAR.)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Documents You Must Carry When You Travel<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Indian passport<\/strong> (the same passport linked to the PAR)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Printed &amp; signed PAR Notification Slip<\/strong> (A4) &#8211; <strong>MANDATORY PRINTED.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Onward\/return ticket<\/strong> and <strong>proof of funds<\/strong> (normal visitor requirements apply)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Airlines\/immigration <strong>will check<\/strong> your passport + PAR slip; failure to present both can mean <strong>denied boarding\/entry<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Validity, Duration &amp; Re-Entry<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>PAR validity<\/strong>: typically <strong>6 months<\/strong> (or until passport expiry, whichever is earlier).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stay per visit<\/strong>: <strong>up to 14 days<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Multiple entries<\/strong>: allowed while PAR remains valid. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.immd.gov.hk\/eng\/services\/visas\/pre-arrival_registration_for_indian_nationals.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com\">Immigration Department<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If PAR Is <strong>Rejected<\/strong> or You Need <strong>Longer Than 14 Days<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Apply for a <strong>Visit Visa \/ Entry Permit<\/strong> (tourism\/visit) <strong>before travel<\/strong>: <code>https:\/\/www.immd.gov.hk\/eng\/services\/visas\/visit-transit\/visit-visa-entry-permit.html<\/code> (General visit\/visa info:) <code>https:\/\/www.immd.gov.hk\/eng\/services\/visas\/visit_transit.html<\/code> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.immd.gov.hk\/eng\/services\/visas\/visit-transit\/visit-visa-entry-permit.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com\">Immigration Department<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Extending Your Stay <strong>in Hong Kong<\/strong> (Beyond 14 Days)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Visitors<\/strong> may <strong>apply online<\/strong> for <strong>extension of stay<\/strong> within <strong>14 days before<\/strong> their current limit expires.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Approval is <strong>not guaranteed<\/strong> and is assessed <strong>on its merits<\/strong>; you must be <strong>physically present in Hong Kong<\/strong> to apply\/collect the <strong>e-Visa<\/strong> if approved. <code>https:\/\/www.immd.gov.hk\/eng\/online-services\/applyextensionstay\/visitor.html<\/code> (e-Visa info:) <code>https:\/\/www.immd.gov.hk\/eng\/e-visa.html<\/code> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.immd.gov.hk\/eng\/online-services\/applyextensionstay\/visitor.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com\">Immigration Department<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Rules, Limits &amp; Fine Print (Must-Know)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>PAR \u2260 visa<\/strong> and <strong>doesn\u2019t guarantee entry<\/strong>; normal visitor rules apply (purpose of visit, funds, return ticket, no work\/study).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>No work, no study, no business operations<\/strong> under PAR; it\u2019s for <strong>tourism\/short visits\/transit<\/strong> only. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.immd.gov.hk\/eng\/services\/visas\/visit_transit.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com\">Immigration Department<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If your <strong>passport details change<\/strong> (new passport, name change), you must <strong>apply for a new PAR<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If PAR fails, use the <strong>Visit Visa\/Entry Permit<\/strong> route above. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.immd.gov.hk\/eng\/services\/visas\/visit-transit\/visit-visa-entry-permit.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com\">Immigration Department<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q1) Do I get an email after PAR?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The official flow provides an <strong>on-screen result<\/strong> and a <strong>downloadable Notification Slip<\/strong>. Some third-party sites mention email, but <strong>you should rely on downloading\/printing the slip immediately<\/strong> from the ImmD site. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.immd.gov.hk\/eng\/services\/visas\/pre-arrival_registration_for_indian_nationals.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com\">Immigration Department<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q2) Can I stay more than 14 days as a tourist?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Not under PAR. Either <strong>apply for a Visit Visa\/Entry Permit<\/strong> before travel or attempt a <strong>visitor extension online<\/strong> while in Hong Kong (case-by-case, not guaranteed). (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.immd.gov.hk\/eng\/services\/visas\/visit-transit\/visit-visa-entry-permit.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com\">Immigration Department<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q3) How long is PAR valid? Can I re-enter multiple times?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Valid for <strong>6 months<\/strong> (or until passport expiry). <strong>Multiple entries permitted<\/strong>; each visit is <strong>up to 14 days<\/strong>. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.immd.gov.hk\/eng\/services\/visas\/pre-arrival_registration_for_indian_nationals.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com\">Immigration Department<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q4) I\u2019m an Indian citizen living in Japan \u2014 does residence in Japan change anything?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>PAR eligibility is based on nationality (Indian)<\/strong>. Residence abroad typically affects <strong>where<\/strong> you apply for a <strong>Visit Visa<\/strong>, not the PAR rules themselves. For longer stays or special cases, consult ImmD or your nearest Chinese mission\/visa centre. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.immd.gov.hk\/eng\/services\/visas\/visit-transit\/visit-visa-entry-permit.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com\">Immigration Department<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Official Links (Bookmark These)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>PAR (official): https:\/\/www.immd.gov.hk\/eng\/services\/visas\/pre-arrival_registration_for_indian_nationals.html\nGuidance Notes (PDF): https:\/\/www.immd.gov.hk\/eng\/forms\/forms\/id-e-1023.html\nVisit\/Transit overview: https:\/\/www.immd.gov.hk\/eng\/services\/visas\/visit_transit.html\nVisit Visa \/ Entry Permit (apply if PAR rejected or &gt;14 days): https:\/\/www.immd.gov.hk\/eng\/services\/visas\/visit-transit\/visit-visa-entry-permit.html\nVisitor Extension of Stay (online): https:\/\/www.immd.gov.hk\/eng\/online-services\/applyextensionstay\/visitor.html\ne-Visa (collection\/issuance info): https:\/\/www.immd.gov.hk\/eng\/e-visa.html\nTourism Board quick note on PAR: https:\/\/www.discoverhongkong.com\/in\/plan\/traveller-info\/visa-information.html\n<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>(<a href=\"https:\/\/www.immd.gov.hk\/eng\/services\/visas\/pre-arrival_registration_for_indian_nationals.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com\">Immigration Department<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips &amp; Tricks (From Frequent Traveller Experience)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Print 2 copies<\/strong> of your PAR slip; keep one in a different bag. If it\u2019s lost\/damaged, <strong>reprint<\/strong> (allowed) \u2014 but make sure it\u2019s <strong>A4 white paper<\/strong> and <strong>signed<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Carry proof<\/strong> of onward\/return ticket and hotel booking; it speeds up airline check-in and immigration.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t overstay<\/strong>. If you need more time, submit an <strong>online extension request<\/strong> <strong>before<\/strong> your 14-day limit ends; results aren\u2019t guaranteed, so <strong>apply early<\/strong> within the allowed window. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.immd.gov.hk\/eng\/online-services\/applyextensionstay\/visitor.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com\">Immigration Department<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mismatch kills trips<\/strong>: If any detail on the slip doesn\u2019t <strong>exactly<\/strong> match your passport, re-apply. Typos = boarding\/entry issues.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>New passport?<\/strong> Re-apply PAR \u2014 the old one is tied to your previous passport number.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Overview (What PAR Is &amp; Who Needs It) What You Get After Successful PAR Example (from a real slip): Step-by-Step: [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-281","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/desinri.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/281","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/desinri.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/desinri.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/desinri.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/desinri.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=281"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/desinri.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/281\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":282,"href":"https:\/\/desinri.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/281\/revisions\/282"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/desinri.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=281"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/desinri.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=281"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/desinri.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=281"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}