Hong Kong travel questions
How should foreigners pay in Hong Kong?
Last checked: September 2026
Hong Kong dollars
Hong Kong uses the Hong Kong dollar. Check the exchange rate and keep some smaller notes for small businesses, markets and transport-related purchases.
Payment questions to ask
- Does the restaurant accept international credit cards?
- Is a service charge included?
- Does the hotel require a deposit?
- Does the business accept Octopus or another stored-value method?
- Are foreign transaction fees charged by your card provider?
Be careful with prices
Check whether the displayed price includes taxes, service charges, booking fees or other required costs. Keep receipts for hotel, restaurant and tour purchases.
Official information
Review the Hong Kong Tourism Board traveller essentials before your trip.