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	Home > The Ultimate Destination > Visitor Friendly Currency The Hong Kong dollar is pegged to the US dollar, making it a stable currency. Foreign currencies and traveller's cheques can be exchanged at banks, hotels and foreign-currency shops. Major credit cards are welcomed at most hotels, shops and restaurants. Entry Requirements Hong Kong offers visa-free access to citizens from over 170 countries. If a visa is required, you can be sure you'll get one quickly. Geography Hong Kong consists of Hong Kong Island, the Kowloon Peninsula, the New Territories and more than 260 Outlying Islands. Language English and Chinese are the official languages. English is the language of business and service industries. Putonghua is also widely used. Security Hong Kong is one of the safest cities in the world. The Hong Kong Police Force is one of the world's finest. Officers are highly trained professionals equipped with modern technology. The friendly locals are ever willing to help visitors. Updated 18 December 2006 Copyright 2001 Hong Kong Tourism Board Privacy Policy | Terms of Use | Contact Us | E-zine Best viewed with IE 6 / Netscape 6 or above in 800x600 resolution