Basic life knowledge of immigrating to Hong Kong

China citizens who hold valid passports of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China, re-entry permits, seamen's identity cards, Hong Kong Document of Identity (DI) with valid re-entry visas or visa-free annotations, and travel documents with annotations of the Hong Kong Immigration Department may return to Hong Kong for the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region without an entry permit. China citizens who hold valid passports of the People's Republic of China and joint air tickets may stay in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region for no more than 7 days from abroad without an entry permit.

Entry and exit instructions

Hong Kong is a famous duty-free port. Except for cigarettes, alcoholic products and other commodities, which need to be subject to higher import tariffs, other items are generally duty-free or only subject to very low import tariffs. There are still some restrictions on non-Hong Kong tourists bringing tobacco and alcohol into the country: they can only bring 200 cigarettes, 50 cigars or 250g tobacco and bottled wine 1 kg. The import and export of ivory raw materials or products in Hong Kong is strictly controlled by law.

Civil communication telephone

The mobile communication network in Hong Kong can support GSM900, PCS 1800 and CDMA systems. Traveling to Hong Kong, you can easily use domestic mobile phones!

money

The main currency of Hong Kong is the Hong Kong dollar. General stores only accept payment in Hong Kong dollars or credit cards, but some retail stores and convenience stores in Hong Kong also accept payment in RMB. Renminbi, foreign currency and traveler's checks can be exchanged in banks, exchange shops and hotels. Generally speaking, it is better to exchange money at a bank or exchange shop. In addition to paying attention to the exchange rate, some banks or exchange shops charge a service fee, so it is best to ask clearly before exchange.

language culture

Both Chinese and English are the official languages of Hong Kong. English is widely used in government agencies, the legal profession, professionals and businesses, and Cantonese is the main form of daily personal communication among Hong Kong people. But don't worry because you don't know Cantonese, because most waiters in restaurants, shops and hotels in tourist areas can speak Mandarin. In addition, in recent years, the SAR Government has strengthened Putonghua education in primary and secondary schools, and with the frequent trade between China and Hong Kong, many people can communicate in Putonghua. The mainstream religions in Hong Kong are Buddhism, Catholicism, Christianity, Taoism, Islam and Confucianism. Influenced by Confucianism, ancestor worship is very common.

Office and banking hours

The office hours of most class offices are from 9 am to 5 pm from Monday to Friday and from 9 am to 1 pm on Saturday. The business hours of big banks are from 9 am to 4: 30 pm from Monday to Friday and from 9 am to 12: 30 on Saturday. The Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre can also provide banking services.

Take the elevator

When taking the elevator, please stand on the right, and the overtaking lane is on the left, which is convenient for people who are in a hurry to pass quickly.

traffic

The most convenient way to take the subway is to buy an Octopus, and the whole line is smooth. And the role of Octopus in Hong Kong is more than just a ticket. Many convenience stores can be used as credit cards, and convenience stores can also be recharged. However, the subway in Hong Kong is more expensive, and it will be gone after a few stops for more than ten dollars. It is best to reserve ammunition.

voltage

The voltage used in Hong Kong is 220 volts AC, and the power plugs and sockets are mostly flat with three holes. Many high-end hotels' bathrooms are equipped with variable-pressure power outlets for shaving and hair drying.

tip

Most restaurants and restaurants in Hong Kong will charge 00% of the 65438+ bill (service charge), but most fast food restaurants and tea restaurants will not charge service charge. In addition, when going to a Chinese restaurant (restaurant or restaurant), the waiter often sends mustard sauce, sauerkraut, peanut platter and tea first. This tea mustard fee may be charged according to the number of people in each seat. During the Lunar New Year, individual restaurants will also increase service charges. Therefore, please ask the waiter before taking a seat. There is no provision for hotel waiters and taxi drivers, and passengers can pay them according to the quality of service.