Cash / Currency → Hong Kong

HKD 120,000 or equivalent must be declared

Details

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.

Quantity limit

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

Transit

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.

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.

Customs authority

Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department · https://www.customs.gov.hk