There have been a series of protests near the U.S. Consulate General in Hong Kong against proposed U.S. legislation. These protests may continue throughout the week. The protests have been peaceful in nature and routine consulate business, including appointments for American Citizen Services and visas, are unaffected.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 7 November, 2023 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, U.S. Citizen Services
The U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau will be offering consular services for U.S. citizens in Macau on Wednesday, November 15.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 24 October, 2023 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
Caution, November 19, 2023 – Due to increased tensions in various locations around the world, the potential for terrorist attacks, demonstrations or violent actions against U.S. citizens and interests, the Department of State advises U.S. citizens overseas to exercise increased caution.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 20 October, 2023 | Topics: Alert
The Hong Kong Observatory Metrological and Geophysical Bureau has issued a Black Rainstorm Warning Signal and the Macau Metrological and Geophysical Bureau has issued a Yellow Rainstorm Warning Signal.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 8 September, 2023 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, U.S. Citizen Services, Visas | Tags: Weather Alert
According to media reports, the Hong Kong Observatory and Macau Metrological and Geophysical Bureau are expected to issue Storm Signal 8 sometime on the evening of August 31 or early September 1.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 31 August, 2023 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, U.S. Citizen Services, Visas | Tags: Weather Alert
As the Storm Signal 8 remained in effect at 7:00 am on Monday morning, the U.S. Consulate General in Hong Kong and Macau cancelled all visa, passport, Consular Report of Birth Abroad, and notarial appointments on Monday, July 17, 2023.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 17 July, 2023 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services, Visas | Tags: Weather Alert
The U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau will be offering consular services for U.S. citizens in Macau on Wednesday, May 10.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 3 May, 2023 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
Products Containing Cannabidiol (CBD) Criminalized in Hong Kong
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 16 February, 2023 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Security Alert
Between November 30 and December 2, 2022, every person physically present in Macau must conduct a daily COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Test (RAT) and complete an online declaration for the Government of Macau.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 1 December, 2022 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Health Issues, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Health Alert
Georgia and Arkansas are holding General Election Runoffs on Tuesday, December 6, 2022. Louisiana is holding a General Election Runoff on Saturday, December 10, 2022.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 22 November, 2022 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
The Hong Kong Observatory is expected to issue Storm Signal 8 sometime during the day on Wednesday, November 2, 2022.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 1 November, 2022 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, U.S. Citizen Services, Visas | Tags: Weather Alert
Reminder: the last chance to mail your ballot for the November 8, 2022 midterm elections at U.S. Consulate Hong Kong & Macau is rapidly approaching.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 25 October, 2022 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
The Federal Voting Assistance Program (FVAP) will be holding a regional Voting Assistance Town Hall and Question & Answer Session on Thursday, September 22, 2022 from 9:00 to 10:00 AM on Zoom.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 20 September, 2022 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
Be an active voter by taking the necessary steps to vote in the 2022 U.S. elections and participating in Absentee Voting Week!
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 14 September, 2022 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
The U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau will be offering consular services for U.S. citizens in Macau on Friday, September 30 and Saturday, October 1.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 7 September, 2022 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
The Hong Kong Observatory is expected to issue Storm Signal 8 this evening for Thursday, August 25, 2022.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 24 August, 2022 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, U.S. Citizen Services, Visas | Tags: Weather Alert
On July 31, 2022, the United States conducted a precision counterterrorism strike in Afghanistan that killed Ayman al-Zawahiri, Osama bin Laden’s deputy and successor as leader of al-Qa’ida.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 3 August, 2022 | Topics: Alert
The Hong Kong Observatory is expected to issue a Tropical Cyclone Warning Signal Number 8 before 7:10 p.m. on Friday, July 1, 2022. Expect heavy rains and strong winds with possible flooding, landslides, power outages, and difficult travel conditions throughout Hong Kong and Macau until the storm passes.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 1 July, 2022 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, U.S. Citizen Services, Visas | Tags: Weather Alert
Celebrate democracy this 4th of July by taking the necessary steps to vote in the 2022 U.S. elections!
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 29 June, 2022 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
Local media report President Xi Jinping is likely to visit Hong Kong on June 30 and July 1 to attend events marking the 25th handover anniversary and the inauguration of the next Chief Executive.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 28 June, 2022 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Security Alert
COVID-19 Prevention and Control Measures in the Macau Special Administrative Region
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 24 June, 2022 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Health Issues, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Health Alert
As of June 12, 2022, the CDC order requiring all persons to show a negative COVID-19 test result or documentation of recovery from COVID-19 before boarding a flight to the United States, is rescinded…
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 13 June, 2022 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Health Issues, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Health Alert
The Travel Advisory for Hong Kong has been updated to reflect health and security conditions on the ground. The Travel Advisory is now at Level 4: – Do Not Travel due to COVID-19 and COVID-19 related restrictions, including the risk of parents and children being separated.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 2 March, 2022 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Travel Advisory
All of us at the Consulate General understand that this is a particularly challenging time for the American community in Hong Kong. Our highest priority is always the safety and security of Americans in Hong Kong and Macau.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 28 February, 2022 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Former Consul General, Hanscom Smith
Beginning March 6, 2022, adult passport applicants in Hong Kong or Macau who are renewing their passport via mail can use Pay.Gov to pay the passport fees.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 16 February, 2022 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services, U.S. Passports
Registering to Vote and submitting a ballot is fast, easy, and can be done from anywhere in the world!
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 19 January, 2022 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
Hong Kong authorities have announced that beginning midnight Saturday, January 8, 2022, anyone who has been present in the United States for more than two hours over the past 21 days will not be allowed to board a flight to Hong Kong…
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 5 January, 2022 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Health Issues, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Health Alert
Location: Worldwide; Subject: Travel to the United States on Expired U.S. Passports
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 28 December, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services, U.S. Passports
Location: Various locations throughout Hong Kong; Events: The 2021 Hong Kong Legislative Council election is scheduled for Sunday, December 19, 2021.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 15 December, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
Beginning December 13, 2021 travelers entering Hong Kong from the United States will be required to undergo compulsory quarantine at the Penny’s Bay Quarantine Centre for seven days after arrival, followed by 14 days of quarantine at a Designated Quarantine Hotel.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 13 December, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Health Issues, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Health Alert
On December 6, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) implemented a one-day COVID-19 testing requirement for travelers over age two coming to the United States.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 6 December, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Health Issues, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Health Alert
Event: Enroll in or update your information in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 30 November, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
On October 25, President Biden announced the United States will adopt a global air travel policy.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 2 November, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Health Issues, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Health Alert
On October 4, 2021, the government of Macau (GOM) declared a new state of immediate pandemic prevention and reinstated their community-wide COVID-19 Testing Program.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 5 October, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Health Issues, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Health Alert
On September 25, 2021, the government of Macau (GOM) declared a state of immediate prevention and introduced a community-wide COVID-19 Testing Program.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 27 September, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Health Issues, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Health Alert
The Hong Kong Government has announced that the United States will be reclassified as a high-risk (Group A) country beginning at midnight on Friday, August 20, 2021.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 16 August, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Health Issues, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Health Alert
On August 4, 2021, the government of Macau (GOM) introduced a community-wide COVID-19 Testing Program.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 5 August, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Health Issues, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Health Alert
On August 2, 2021, the Hong Kong government (HKG) announced multiple changes to Hong Kong’s entry and quarantine requirements for inbound travelers.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 3 August, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Health Issues, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Health Alert
As of July 23, 2021, the Hong Kong Government (HKG) has reported several imported COVID-19 variant cases from the United States in recent days.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 23 July, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Health Issues, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Health Alert
Location: Hong Kong; Event: The U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong offices are reopening on Friday, July 9, 2021.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 8 July, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
Location: Hong Kong; Event: The U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong offices will remain closed on Thursday, July 8, 2021, pending further information from medical professionals. All scheduled services for U.S. citizens and visa applications are cancelled on Thursday, July 8.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 7 July, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
Location: Hong Kong; Event: The U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong offices will remain closed on Wednesday, July 7, 2021 while we await more information from medical professionals about the preliminary COVID-19 case.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 6 July, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
Location: Hong Kong; Event: The U.S. Consulate General in Hong Kong and Macau has been informed that one Consulate General employee tested preliminarily positive for COVID-19. The employee in question does not work in an office that interacts with the public.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 5 July, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
Location: Causeway Bay, Mong Kok, Yuen Long, Kwun Tong, Central Government Offices, Wan Chai, Admiralty, Sha Tin, Various other locations throughout Hong Kong ; Events: On Saturday, June 12 media report the Hong Kong Police Force (HKPF) plans to deploy thousands of officers to prevent unlawful gatherings following the city-wide ban on unauthorized assemblies related …
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 11 June, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Demonstration Alert
Location: Victoria Park, Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade, Kwun Tong Promenade, Sha Tin Shing Mun River, Mongkok, Sha Tin Town Hall & vicinity, Causeway Bay/Wan Chai area, Yuen Long, Various locations throughout Hong Kong ; Events: The U.S. Consulate General in Hong Kong and Macau advises U.S. citizens to avoid Victoria Park on June 4, 2021 …
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 4 June, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Demonstration Alert
Location: Victoria Park ; Events: The U.S. Consulate General in Hong Kong and Macau has advised its employees and all American citizens in Hong Kong to avoid Victoria Park on Friday, June 4, 2021 from 4:00 p.m. to midnight, and to exercise caution when approaching large gatherings or demonstrations anywhere in the city.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 2 June, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Demonstration Alert
Location: Hong Kong and Macau; Event: U.S. citizens may directly return to the United States with certain expired U.S. passports.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 27 May, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services, U.S. Passports
Need to renew your passport? U.S. citizens who were previously issued a 10 year passport are encouraged to renew their passport by mail. The U.S. Consulate General in Hong Kong and Macau currently has a significant wait time for passport services. To help us process applications faster, adults renewing their U.S. passport should do so …
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 26 March, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services, U.S. Passports
Location: Hong Kong and Macau; Event: The Internal Revenue Service urges U.S. taxpayers to beware of phone calls and email phishing attempts regarding COVID-19.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 25 March, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
On March 15, 2021 the U.S. Consulate General in Hong Kong and Macau was informed that two Consulate General employees tested positive for COVID-19.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 15 March, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Health Issues, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Health Alert
Location: Hong Kong and Macau; Event: U.S. Homeland Security Investigations urges Americans to beware of individuals and criminal organizations seeking to exploit the COVID-19 pandemic.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 26 January, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Health Issues, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
Location: Worldwide – The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director has signed an order requiring all airline passengers traveling to the United States, including U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs), to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 viral test or recovery from COVID-19.
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By U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong | 19 January, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Health Issues, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Health Alert