Originally Posted by dtsm

When are you leaving? Note it has been reported that with the upcoming Oct celebration of their 60th Independence Day, visa restrictions might be tighter than last year's Olympics....if you can hold off until Oct, it might be better.

Btw, if your friend delivers the application, since he/she is given a receipt, they can also pick it up for you and mail back to you (if they're willing to make two trips).

Also, as far as I know, getting a one year in HK isn't possible, they only issue the standard 90 day, two entry types.

Enjoy HK -