What materials are needed to apply for a Hong Kong passport?

Applying for a Hong Kong passport requires preparing a series of materials to prove the applicant's identity and qualifications.

1. Identity documents

Hong Kong permanent resident identity card or valid travel documents, such as home return permit or passport, etc., are used to verify the identity of the applicant.

If the applicant is under 18 years old, he or she is also required to provide relevant identification and consent form from his or her parents or legal guardian.

2. Photos

Recent color passport photos that meet the specified size and background color. Specific requirements can be found on the official website of the Hong Kong Immigration Department.

3. Application form

Fill out the passport application form completely and accurately to ensure that all information is true and correct.

IV. Other supporting documents

Depending on the specific circumstances of the applicant, other relevant supporting documents may be required, such as birth certificate, marriage certificate, name change certificate, etc.

After preparing all required materials, applicants can submit their applications to the Hong Kong Immigration Department or designated processing locations. During the application process, applicants need to follow the instructions of the staff and pay the corresponding application fees.

In summary:

To apply for a Hong Kong passport, you need to provide identity documents, photos that meet the requirements, a completed application form and other possible supporting documents. Applicants should ensure the authenticity and accuracy of all materials and submit applications in accordance with the prescribed procedures.

Legal basis:

"Basic Law of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China"

Article 22:

Residents of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, referred to as Hong Kong residents, include permanent residents and non-permanent residents.

Permanent residents of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region enjoy the rights of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region passport and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Travel Permit. The authority authorized to issue Hong Kong Special Administrative Region passports is the Immigration Department of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government.

"Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Passport Ordinance"

Article 4 stipulates:

A passport application must be submitted by the applicant in the prescribed manner and format, and must With prescribed evidence and information. After receiving a passport application, the Director of Immigration may require the applicant to provide further evidence or information that he considers necessary to decide whether a passport should be granted.