| Key Facts 2026 | |
|---|---|
| Macau status | Special Administrative Region (SAR) of China : separate immigration |
| Visa-free stay | 30 days for most passports, 90 days for UK/Brazil, 60 days for Hong Kong residents |
| China visa | Not valid for Macau : separate entry stamp required |
| Passport validity | Minimum 30 days beyond intended departure |
| Entry points | Macau International Airport (MFM), ferry terminals, HZMB land border |
| Visa on arrival | Available for some nationalities (USD 25-125 depending on passport) |
| Official portal | fsm.gov.mo |
Macau Is Separate from Mainland China
Macau is a Special Administrative Region of China but operates a completely separate immigration system. A Chinese visa does not allow entry to Macau, and a Macau entry stamp does not allow entry to mainland China. Travelers crossing between Zhuhai (mainland) and Macau must clear immigration in both directions.
Visa-Free Entry to Macau 2026
Citizens of the United States, all EU countries, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea and 70+ others enter Macau visa-free for 30 days. UK and Brazilian passports get 90 days. Hong Kong permanent residents get 60 days. No advance application : entry stamp issued on arrival at Macau International Airport, ferry terminal or land border.
Visa on Arrival for Other Nationalities
Macau offers a visa on arrival for nationalities not on the visa-free list, including Indian, Filipino, Indonesian, Vietnamese and Pakistani passports. Fees range from MOP 100 (~USD 12) for individual transit to MOP 200 (~USD 25) for a 30-day single-entry visa. Some passports must apply at a Chinese embassy in advance : check with fsm.gov.mo before flying.
Documents for Entering Macau
- Passport valid for 30+ days beyond intended departure
- Onward or return ticket
- Sufficient funds (HKD 1,000-3,000/day suggested)
- Hotel booking (only required for first night, very flexible)
- Health Declaration card (currently waived in 2026)
- Macau-specific entry: no Chinese visa needed
Crossing Between Macau and Mainland China
The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge (HZMB) and the Gongbei border crossing connect Macau to mainland China. Travelers exit Macau immigration, then enter Chinese immigration at Zhuhai : a Chinese visa is required separately. The 144-hour visa-free transit policy applies to Zhuhai for many nationalities flying through.