Communications

Telephone

Telecommunications in Hong Kong are efficient and sophisticated. Local private landline calls are free and cost only HK$1 for five minutes from public telephones. Hotels usually make a charge. International Direct Dial (IDD) service to most countries and regions of the world is available at most of the hotels in Hong Kong.

Mobile / Cell phone

Using your mobile phone in Hong Kong is convenient as most of the wireless systems used around the world – like GSM 900, PCS 1800, CDMA and WCDMA – operate in Hong Kong.

Mobile operators in Hong Kong also have roaming agreements with most overseas operators, enabling visitors to use their own mobile phone when they come to Hong Kong. Before leaving home check with your network provider to make sure they have a roaming service to the various destinations you will be visiting, and be sure to check pricing.

You can also rent local SIM cards or mobile phones when you arrive in Hong Kong, at the airport or in town.

For instant access to handy tourist information on your mobile phone, visit our Mobile Zone.

Internet Connection

Free Wi-Fi service
Free WiFi service is available at HK International Airport. There is also Free GovWiFi service is in some government buildings including some public libraries.

Free terminals
You can access the Internet for free at many coffee shops in town including Tsim Sha Tsui, Central, Causeway Bay and Wan Chai. The service is also available in some MTR stations and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council' Business InfoCentre. (Check with the Hotel Concierge for a nearby location.)

Broadband Internet access
Most hotels have broadband Internet access.

Postage service in Hong Kong is efficient and reliable. Post offices are conveniently located around the city. You may check postage rates here.