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Macau tourist visa

Many travellers can visit without a visa. Others need an entry permit on arrival or a visa before travel.

Ways to get a Macau tourist visa

Visa-free entry for qualifying Hong Kong document holders
No visa needed
Holders of a Hong Kong Permanent Identity Card, Hong Kong Re-entry Permit, or Hong Kong Identity Card marked *, *** or R qualify, regardless of nationality.
Stay
1 year.
Passports that qualify (1)
- Hong Kong
Visa-free entry for British nationals
No visa needed
All classes of British nationality qualify.
Stay
6 months.
Passports that qualify (1)
- United Kingdom
Visa-free entry for European Union citizens
No visa needed
Citizens of all European Union member states qualify, except holders of Portuguese passports issued to Macau residents.
Stay
90 days.
Visa-free entry for other eligible nationalities: 90 days
No visa needed
Citizens of Albania, Andorra, Armenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Cape Verde, Dominica, Egypt, Grenada, Iceland, Israel, Japan, Lebanon, Liechtenstein, Mali, Mauritius, Mexico, Moldova, Mongolia, Montenegro, Morocco, New Zealand, North Macedonia, Norway, Serbia, South Korea, Switzerland, Tanzania and Uruguay qualify.
Stay
90 days.
Passports that qualify (29)
Visa-free entry: 30 days
No visa needed
Eligible travellers from Argentina, Australia, Belarus, Bahrain, Canada, Chile, Ecuador, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Kiribati, Kuwait, Malaysia, Monaco, Namibia, Oman, the Philippines, Portugal, Qatar, Russia, Samoa, Saudi Arabia, Seychelles, Singapore, South Africa, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates, the United States and San Marino qualify, subject to the document rules below.
Stay
30 days.
Passports that qualify (31)
Visa-free entry: 14 days
No visa needed
Citizens of Brunei and Kazakhstan qualify.
Stay
14 days.
Passports that qualify (2)
- Brunei
- Kazakhstan
Entry permit on arrival
Visa on arrival
Travellers who do not qualify for visa-free entry can generally apply on arrival, except those required to get a visa in advance.
Stay
Up to 30 days once approved.
Entries
Single or multiple entry.
Fee
Individual: MOP 200 single entry or MOP 300 multiple entry. Family passport: MOP 400 or MOP 600. Children under 12 with an individual passport: MOP 100 or MOP 150. Qualifying groups: MOP 100 or MOP 150.
1. Check that your travel document allows an application on arrival.
2. Apply for an Entry Permit when you arrive in Macau.
3. Pay the fee for your entry type.
Visa before travel
Visa needed
Nationals of Bangladesh, Nepal, Nigeria, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Vietnam, and holders of United States diplomatic passports, must generally obtain a visa in advance unless they hold a Hong Kong permanent identity card. Certain diplomatic or official passport exceptions also apply.
Passports that qualify (7)
Authorization to Enter and Stay through a representative
Other permit
Travellers needing entry permission can apply through a representative in Macau. Those required to obtain an advance visa can use this route only if there is no Chinese diplomatic mission in their country or region of residence.
Unlimited access for qualifying official document holders
No visa needed
Holders of a United Nations Laissez-Passer travel document, diplomatic passports, or diplomatic or consular identity cards issued by Macau qualify, subject to the specific passport exceptions described above.
Stay
Unlimited access.

Who needs it

Travellers whose documents do not qualify for visa-free entry need an entry permit or an advance visa.

Who doesn't

Visa-free stays range from 14 days to one year, depending on nationality and travel document. Some official document holders have unlimited access.

What to bring

A genuine travel document that qualifies for your entry route.
Proof that you will leave after your visit, such as an onward ticket.
Proof of sufficient funds.

Good to know

You may be refused entry if you cannot show that you are a genuine visitor who will leave after the visit.
Frequent visits without a clear reason may lead to refusal.
People who have been deported from Macau or prohibited from entering, staying in or transiting through Macau will be refused entry.
Short-stay visitors can apply at the local Serviço de Migração immigration office for an extension of no more than 90 days.
Criminal convictions involving imprisonment, or committing or intending to commit a crime, may lead to refusal.
The visa exemption agreement with Angola, signed on 4 September 2026, is not yet in force.

Questions

Do I need a tourist visa for Macau?

Travellers whose documents do not qualify for visa-free entry need an entry permit or an advance visa. Visa-free stays range from 14 days to one year, depending on nationality and travel document. Some official document holders have unlimited access.

What are the ways to get a tourist visa for Macau?

There are 10 options: Visa-free entry for qualifying Hong Kong document holders (no visa at all); Visa-free entry for British nationals (no visa at all); Visa-free entry for European Union citizens (no visa at all); Visa-free entry for other eligible nationalities: 90 days (no visa at all); Visa-free entry: 30 days (no visa at all); Visa-free entry: 14 days (no visa at all); Entry permit on arrival (a visa at the border); Visa before travel (a visa from an embassy); Authorization to Enter and Stay through a representative (a special permit); Unlimited access for qualifying official document holders (no visa at all).

Who can go to Macau without a tourist visa?

Holders of a Hong Kong Permanent Identity Card, Hong Kong Re-entry Permit, or Hong Kong Identity Card marked *, *** or R qualify, regardless of nationality. All classes of British nationality qualify. Citizens of all European Union member states qualify, except holders of Portuguese passports issued to Macau residents. Citizens of Albania, Andorra, Armenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Cape Verde, Dominica, Egypt, Grenada, Iceland, Israel, Japan, Lebanon, Liechtenstein, Mali, Mauritius, Mexico, Moldova, Mongolia, Montenegro, Morocco, New Zealand, North Macedonia, Norway, Serbia, South Korea, Switzerland, Tanzania and Uruguay qualify. Eligible travellers from Argentina, Australia, Belarus, Bahrain, Canada, Chile, Ecuador, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Kiribati, Kuwait, Malaysia, Monaco, Namibia, Oman, the Philippines, Portugal, Qatar, Russia, Samoa, Saudi Arabia, Seychelles, Singapore, South Africa, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates, the United States and San Marino qualify, subject to the document rules below. Citizens of Brunei and Kazakhstan qualify. Holders of a United Nations Laissez-Passer travel document, diplomatic passports, or diplomatic or consular identity cards issued by Macau qualify, subject to the specific passport exceptions described above.

How long can I stay on a Macau tourist visa?

Depends on nationality and travel document.

What documents do I need for a Macau tourist visa?

A genuine travel document that qualifies for your entry route.; Proof that you will leave after your visit, such as an onward ticket.; Proof of sufficient funds..

What rules do I have to follow on a Macau tourist visa?

You may be refused entry if you cannot show that you are a genuine visitor who will leave after the visit. Frequent visits without a clear reason may lead to refusal. People who have been deported from Macau or prohibited from entering, staying in or transiting through Macau will be refused entry.

Does my passport change whether I need a tourist visa for Macau?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Macau visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a tourist visa for Macau be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Macau tourist visa rules?

On Macau's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my tourist visa once I am in Macau?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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