How much cash / currency can I bring to Hong Kong?

HKD 120,000 declaration threshold. Source: Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department.

What documentation do I need for cash / currency in Hong Kong?

Cross-Boundary Movement of Physical Currency and Bearer Negotiable Instruments Report.

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Q: Can I bring Cash / Currency to Hong Kong?

HKD 120,000 or equivalent must be declared Hong Kong requires declaration of cash and bearer instruments exceeding HKD 120,000 (approximately USD 15,000) when entering or leaving. This applies to both Hong Kong dollars and foreign currencies. Cross-boundary movements to/from mainland China have additional reporting.

Q: Is cash / currency allowed in transit through Hong Kong?

Transit permitted. Hong Kong Customs cash reporting requirements (HKD 120,000) apply to persons entering Hong Kong. Airside transit passengers who remain in the restricted area without clearing immigration are not subject to Hong Kong's cash declaration. Standard reporting obligations of the final destination country apply.

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Can I bring Cash / Currency into Hong Kong?

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HKD 120,000 or equivalent must be declared

QUANTITY / LIMITS

HKD 120,000 declaration threshold

DOCUMENTS

Cross-Boundary Movement of Physical Currency and Bearer Negotiable Instruments Report

DECLARATION

Required at the destination customs authority

SOURCE

customs.gov.hk

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Hong Kong requires declaration of cash and bearer instruments exceeding HKD 120,000 (approximately USD 15,000) when entering or leaving. This applies to both Hong Kong dollars and foreign currencies. Cross-boundary movements to/from mainland China have additional reporting.

TRANSIT EXCEPTION

Permitted in transit. Hong Kong Customs cash reporting requirements (HKD 120,000) apply to persons entering Hong Kong. Airside transit passengers who remain in the restricted area without clearing immigration are not subject to Hong Kong's cash declaration. Standard reporting obligations of the final destination country apply.

QUANTITY CHECK

How much cash (USD equivalent) do you plan to bring into Hong Kong?

USD

Values at or above this threshold must be declared (HKD).

PRACTICAL ADVICE

Declare cash / currency at customs on arrival in Hong Kong and carry any documentation specified in the rule. Verify current requirements with Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department before travel.

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RULE DETAILS

QUANTITY LIMITS

HKD 120,000 declaration threshold

DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED

Cross-Boundary Movement of Physical Currency and Bearer Negotiable Instruments Report

LEGAL REFERENCE

Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing Ordinance

CUSTOMS AUTHORITY

Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department

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AIR TRAVEL IS SEPARATE

This page covers destination customs rules in Hong Kong. Whether you can carry cash / currency through security, in carry-on, or in checked baggage depends on airline and screening rules — see air travel rules.