You need a visa for Hong Kong if you have a Lesotho passport

These visas exist for Hong Kong, but they cannot be applied for online with Lesotho nationality. Tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a price.

Travelling to Hong Kong Visa required

Frequently asked questions

Yes. Lesotho citizens need a visa for Hong Kong. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.

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What Hong Kong may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

  • Passport valid 6+ months beyond intended stay
  • Proof of sufficient funds for your stay duration
  • Confirmed return or onward travel ticket
  • Hotel booking or accommodation confirmation
  • Recent passport photo 40x50mm with light background
  • Completed visa application form ID 1003A

Entry requirements for Lesotho travellers

These rules apply specifically to Lesotho passport holders entering Hong Kong as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

  • Required

    Travelers require a passport valid for at least 1 month after the traveler exits Hong Kong

    Travelers need a valid passport to enter Hong Kong. The traveler's passport must remain valid for at least 1 month after the traveler departs from Hong Kong.

  • Not required

    Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Hong Kong SAR

    Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Hong Kong.

    Last checked 2026-07-17
  • Not required

    Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required

    Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Hong Kong.

    Last checked 2026-07-17
  • Not required

    Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required for transit

    Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test when transiting through Hong Kong SAR.

    Last checked 2026-07-17
  • Not required

    Transit visa is not required

    International travelers don’t need a visa to transit through Hong Kong.

    Last checked 2026-07-17

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