Can I enter Macau instead as Hong Kong PAR is unsuccessful

Question

Hi,

My passport place of issue being Kolkata the pre arrival form is unsuccessful and i applied for entry permit short stay visa for Hong Kong. Its 3weeks and they have not replied yet.

My travel date is next week. Can someone please advise can I go to Macau from hong kong airport skypier ferry terminal without going for hong kong immigration? If i do not enter Hong Kong is tjat a possible option as the tickets are non refundable.

Please help if someone has any prior information /knowledge on this. I have emailed the hkg immigration for visa update and they only say one statement " we have forwared your email to relevant section for action". I feel helpless please someone guide me.

Answer

Unfortunately, it is not possible to bypass Hong Kong immigration at the SkyPier ferry terminal for entry into Macau. Even though the SkyPier is primarily used for transferring passengers directly to ferry services, all travelers arriving at Hong Kong International Airport must clear Hong Kong immigration if they are entering Hong Kong territory, even for transit purposes.

Here is a detailed explanation and options:

The SkyPier at Hong Kong International Airport is only for passengers connecting directly to ferry services to Macau or mainland China. However, this is intended for passengers who have an onward flight from Hong Kong and have valid travel documents. You still need to have your Hong Kong entry permit or visa approved if you are entering Hong Kong territory.
If your Hong Kong Pre-Arrival Registration (PAR) or visa is not approved, you cannot legally enter Hong Kong, and therefore cannot use the SkyPier to reach Macau without going through immigration. Hong Kong immigration is strict and will not allow bypassing official entry checks.
Non-refundable tickets cannot override the visa requirements. Airlines and ferry operators will generally deny boarding if valid travel documents are not presented.

Possible alternatives:

Contact your airline and explain the situation to see if they allow a change of destination to a city in mainland China or directly to Macau, though this may incur additional costs.
Check if Macau allows entry with your current passport without needing to transit through Hong Kong. Some nationalities have visa-free entry to Macau, and you could fly directly to Macau instead.
Consider postponing your travel until your Hong Kong short-stay visa or PAR is approved, if your itinerary is flexible.

In summary, attempting to use the SkyPier ferry to reach Macau without Hong Kong entry approval is not a viable option. You will need to either secure your Hong Kong entry permit or plan an alternative route directly to Macau or another destination where your passport allows entry.

Can I enter Macau instead as Hong Kong PAR is unsuccessful

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