Passport check HKG
Apr 30, 2019, 12:26 pm
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ISTBC, at the time I think there was a Oneworld perk where you could check-in at any OW counter. So I tried using a Cathay counter to check us in, but computer said no of course.
As far as I’m aware if you’re HBO and have OLCI’d, you can just go directly airside at HKG. I’m not aware of any maximum time before you can go airside either, assuming it’s the same day. Perhaps someone will correct me if I’m wrong. I have to say out of habit I go to a check-in counter though, I’m a bit old school in that respect and a bit too spoilt using the F check-ins.
One data point for you is that I have been pulled over at the gate for a passport inspection at HKG, although I think that might have been when I was connecting.
Last edited by Howard Long; Apr 30, 2019 at 2:26 pm
Apr 30, 2019, 1:16 pm
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Correct, that works fine in HKG and you can enter airside any time on the day of travel if HBO. I suspect the OP was having some problem with the booking / App for this to inhibit the App from doing a boarding pass. The usual cause would be missing or invalid API data, or some complex ticketing involved (e.g. Cathay plated where some people have selected British Subject rather than Citizen....). Usually UK passport holders shouldn't face issues on a return to the UK. Other reasons are explored in the main "Why can't I check in" thread in the BA Forum Dashboard.
May 5, 2019, 8:36 am
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To confirm, I have just been on a very short trip to HKG, and, armed with my boarding pass that was printed in LHR, and HBO, at HKG I proceeded directly from the curb drop off to the electronic security at departures at T-4h. The physical check-in hadn’t opened yet.
Furthermore, I can also confirm that, in the interests of everyone’s future wellbeing, this gave me the opportunity to try five Espresso Martinis in five different airline bars. The best by some margin was made in the American Express Centurion Lounge, followed by Qantas, then Pier F, with the Bridge and Wing F a tie for bottom place. They were all drinkable, but the chap in the Amex lounge was definitely a pro. The bartender at Pier F needed a cheat sheet, but it wasn’t bad. I may be wrong got the impression the Bridge and Wing F might’ve used a pre-mix of some sort.
Furthermore, I can also confirm that, in the interests of everyone’s future wellbeing, this gave me the opportunity to try five Espresso Martinis in five different airline bars. The best by some margin was made in the American Express Centurion Lounge, followed by Qantas, then Pier F, with the Bridge and Wing F a tie for bottom place. They were all drinkable, but the chap in the Amex lounge was definitely a pro. The bartender at Pier F needed a cheat sheet, but it wasn’t bad. I may be wrong got the impression the Bridge and Wing F might’ve used a pre-mix of some sort.
May 5, 2019, 8:50 am
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One weird thing I found (at least for transit passengers) is that you must have a paper boarding pass.
I flew into HKG and was refused when attempting to transit as I only had the e-boarding pass. The check-in counters at transit area were already closed so I had to clear immigration and got it printed out at some airport desk...
I flew into HKG and was refused when attempting to transit as I only had the e-boarding pass. The check-in counters at transit area were already closed so I had to clear immigration and got it printed out at some airport desk...
May 5, 2019, 8:55 am
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Correct, that works fine in HKG and you can enter airside any time on the day of travel if HBO. I suspect the OP was having some problem with the booking / App for this to inhibit the App from doing a boarding pass. The usual cause would be missing or invalid API data, or some complex ticketing involved (e.g. Cathay plated where some people have selected British Subject rather than Citizen....). Usually UK passport holders shouldn't face issues on a return to the UK. Other reasons are explored in the main "Why can't I check in" thread in the BA Forum Dashboard.
not sure what the issue was, but it was sorted at Kowloon
May 5, 2019, 9:00 am
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One weird thing I found (at least for transit passengers) is that you must have a paper boarding pass.
I flew into HKG and was refused when attempting to transit as I only had the e-boarding pass. The check-in counters at transit area were already closed so I had to clear immigration and got it printed out at some airport desk...
I flew into HKG and was refused when attempting to transit as I only had the e-boarding pass. The check-in counters at transit area were already closed so I had to clear immigration and got it printed out at some airport desk...
May 5, 2019, 9:57 am
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May 5, 2019, 10:14 am
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Definitely fine to go through HKG blue signed Transfer channel (to use the local terminology) with mobile boarding passes. So long as it has either a barcode or a QR code that can be read by the airport security staff, it is good to for that purpose. They were one of the first airports to accept them.
May 6, 2019, 12:44 am
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This sounds great!
We're wanting to see the Big Buddha at Lantau before flying home, and was wondering what to do with the cases if check in at the airport didn't open until later.
Problem solved!
I take it we don't OLCI, and just check in at the Express station?
We're wanting to see the Big Buddha at Lantau before flying home, and was wondering what to do with the cases if check in at the airport didn't open until later.
Problem solved!
I take it we don't OLCI, and just check in at the Express station?
Because access to the check-in area bills you for your 'express' journey to the airport, and you're not actually going to take that train: So only send one person take the bags to the bag drop. This will cost HKD 110 to drop your bags, instead of HKD 110 per person.
Something about Hong Kong brings out my frugal side: I was checking the price list, and found that under 12s only pay HKD 55 for a trip to the airport and I was thinking, "I wonder if I could have checked in my family's bags at 11". Probably a good learning experience!
May 6, 2019, 6:20 am
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Because access to the check-in area bills you for your 'express' journey to the airport, and you're not actually going to take that train: So only send one person take the bags to the bag drop. This will cost HKD 110 to drop your bags, instead of HKD 110 per person.
Something about Hong Kong brings out my frugal side: I was checking the price list, and found that under 12s only pay HKD 55 for a trip to the airport and I was thinking, "I wonder if I could have checked in my family's bags at 11". Probably a good learning experience!
Something about Hong Kong brings out my frugal side: I was checking the price list, and found that under 12s only pay HKD 55 for a trip to the airport and I was thinking, "I wonder if I could have checked in my family's bags at 11". Probably a good learning experience!
Anyway, last year I spent an hour waiting for some family members at HK station, and I observed no fewer than 20 people just pull open the gates to ITCI and walk through unchallenged.
May 6, 2019, 7:52 am
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If you're going to be on Lantau anyway, you'll be able to use local transport to go to the airport instead of the express.
Because access to the check-in area bills you for your 'express' journey to the airport, and you're not actually going to take that train: So only send one person take the bags to the bag drop. This will cost HKD 110 to drop your bags, instead of HKD 110 per person.
Something about Hong Kong brings out my frugal side: I was checking the price list, and found that under 12s only pay HKD 55 for a trip to the airport and I was thinking, "I wonder if I could have checked in my family's bags at 11". Probably a good learning experience!
Because access to the check-in area bills you for your 'express' journey to the airport, and you're not actually going to take that train: So only send one person take the bags to the bag drop. This will cost HKD 110 to drop your bags, instead of HKD 110 per person.
Something about Hong Kong brings out my frugal side: I was checking the price list, and found that under 12s only pay HKD 55 for a trip to the airport and I was thinking, "I wonder if I could have checked in my family's bags at 11". Probably a good learning experience!
May 6, 2019, 8:16 am
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Need paper pass at Skypier
Definitely fine to go through HKG blue signed Transfer channel (to use the local terminology) with mobile boarding passes. So long as it has either a barcode or a QR code that can be read by the airport security staff, it is good to for that purpose. They were one of the first airports to accept them.