So did you folks went to Macau? And how? I've been waiting for that info and is two months already. I'm going back for the ID card next week and will fall into the same situation. Hope o can get some idea how to work it out. Thanls
Is it better to renew home return permit first using still valid old smart Hong Kong ID in the morning then go to get new smart Hong Kong ID in the afternoon. Both are seniors people.
IIf I get a new Smart Hong Kong ID first, the Immigration Department will take away my old Smart Hong Kong ID, and I’ll have to wait 7 days. During that time, I won’t have a valid Hong Kong ID to renew my Home Return Permit. So, is it better to renew the Home Return Permit in the morning and then apply for the new Smart Hong Kong ID in the afternoon?"
I am not in HK and don’t have a HK phone number. Planning to prebook a 回鄉証appointment online. Do I need to have a HK number that can receive text confirmation or such?
From our experience, 中旅社didn’t call or send us any messages, however, they still wanted a contact number nonetheless. I suppose you can try putting down your overseas phone number or a HK relative’s number. Hope that works.
Thanks for this useful information. I will only be in HK for 6 days, but the replacement requires 7 working days. Does anyone know if there is a way to get a replacement within 3 working days or have them mail it back with a paid envelope? Thanks