Do I need to renew my HKID?
After Applying A permanent identity card issued overseas will remain valid as long as the applicant stays abroad. It must be renewed within 30 days after his/her return to Hong Kong unless he/she is still under the age of 11.
How long does it take to get the new HK Smart ID card?
The processing time for replacement of identity card is usually 7 working days (excluding Saturdays and general holidays). Applicants should collect their new smart identity cards in person or authorise a representative to do so within the period specified on the notice of collection.
How much is the new smart ID card?
Applications for a Smart ID will cost R140. You will not need to bring photos as the offices equipped to handle applications for the smart ID card will be able to cater for both processes. You can also apply for an smart ID online with eHome Affairs.
How can I extend my visa in Hong Kong?
Use the Immigration Department’s “Smart Renewal” service to submit an online application to extend/renew visas or defer home leave. You will be able to pay the visa fee online and receive the visa by post. The visa extension application can be submitted by drop-in or post to 3/F, Immigration Tower, Wanchai.
Which bank does smart ID cards?
Absa, FNB, Nedbank, and Standard Bank have had multiple branches supporting the service for several years. Discovery Bank and Investec Bank recently started participating in the programme with one branch each.
Do HKID cards expire?
The Hong Kong identity card (officially HKIC, commonly HKID) is an official identity document issued by the Immigration Department of Hong Kong. The HKID does not expire for the duration of residency in Hong Kong.
Can Hong Kong have dual citizenship?
Hong Kong took a harder line in February, barring dual citizens from receiving consular protection — a step never before taken in the Chinese city, where dual citizenship is not legally allowed but had been tolerated.
When does the Hong Kong permanent identity card expire?
The HKID does not expire for the duration of residency in Hong Kong. The Hong Kong Permanent Identity Card ( Chinese: 香港永久性居民身份證) is a class of HKID issued to Hong Kong residents who have the right of abode (ROA) in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.
When does the HK ID card 3 stars expire?
Started from 30th November, 2008, all the HK ID Card 3 stars issued before 23rd June, 2003 expired. Holders should renew their HK ID card through the Immigration Department of Hong Kong Government. If holders are not in Hong Kong, they can renew their card when they return to Hong Kong.
When do I need to change my Hong Kong ID?
However, if you are outside Hong Kong during your specified call-up period, you need not rush back to Hong Kong for identity card replacement before the expiry of your specified call-up period. You can still have your HKIC replaced at any one of the Smart Identity Card Replacement Centres within 30 days of your return to Hong Kong.
How much does it cost to get an identity card in Hong Kong?
No fees are payable for identity card registrations for new arrivals and people reaching the age of 11 or 18, and for Certificates of Exemption. However, fees are charged for the replacement of identity cards and for Certificates of Registered Particulars.