# The 2018 HKUST Accounting Research Symposium

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# The 2018 HKUST Accounting Research Symposium

Visas

[Introduction](https://acct.hkust.edu.hk/research/research-symposium/2018symposium)

[Program](https://acct.hkust.edu.hk/research/research-symposium/2018symposium/program)

[Visas](https://acct.hkust.edu.hk/research/research-symposium/2018symposium/visas)

[Registration](https://acct.hkust.edu.hk/research/research-symposium/2018symposium/registration)

[Accommodation](http://www.conferencelodge.hk/en/accommodation/)

[Transportation](https://acct.hkust.edu.hk/research/research-symposium/2018symposium/transportation)

[Visitor Guide to HKUST and Hong Kong](https://acct.hkust.edu.hk/research/research-symposium/2018symposium/visitor-guide)

[Contact Information](https://acct.hkust.edu.hk/research/research-symposium/2018symposium/contact-info)

## Visas

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#### Visa Requirements

##### Hong Kong

Visas are not required for short-term visitors from the following countries: U.S.A., Canada, Britain, France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Philippines, Thailand, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, India, Israel. Visitors from other countries should check with their local consulates.

##### China

Visas are required for non-Chinese passport holders. If you wish to visit mainland China you should apply for a visa at a Chinese embassy or consulate in your country of residence. To apply for a visa you will need a valid passport, a passport-sized photograph, and a completed application form.

##### Macau

Visas are not required for short-term visitors from the following countries: U.S.A., Canada, Britain, France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Philippines, Thailand, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, India, Israel. Visitors from other countries should check with their local consulates.

##### [Visit Visa / Entry Permit Requirements for Hong Kong](https://www.immd.gov.hk/eng/services/visas/visit-transit/visit-visa-entry-permit.html)