For the purpose of entering Russia, is there a difference for visa requirements between Hong Kong SAR passport holders, and Hong Kong residents?
This page and some others say things like this:
The Agreement [of 2009] provides for a mutual visa-free access to the nationals of the Russian Federation and permanent residents of the Hong Kong SAR (holders of the Hong Kong SAR passport) for a stay of up to 14 days in the area of the Hong Kong SAR and the territory of the Russian Federation respectively.
What does that mean for Hong Kong SAR passport holders who are permanently residing in another country (e.g. in North America)? Practically speaking, upon trying to enter Russia – are travellers asked to present any other documents other than Hong Kong SAR passport? I had asked a similar question from a different angle, the emphasis here is on the following – are there any other documents that are required as proof of residence in Hong Kong, besides the HKsar passport, and whether that ever becomes an issue at the border...
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Does Hong Kong passport need visa to Russia?
Under a new agreement between the two countries, Russian and Hong Kong citizens may now take tourist and business trips to the other country without visas for a period of up to 14 days.What passports can enter Russia without visa?
Who does not need a visa to Russia?- Andorra (for visits of up to 90 days in any 360-day period). ...
- Antigua and Barbuda (for visits of up to 90 days in any 180-day period).
- Argentina (for visits of up to 90 days in any 180-day period (starting from the day of first entry)). ...
- Armenia.
- Azerbaijan.
- Belarus.
Where can Hong Kong citizens travel to without a visa?
Where Can Hong Kong Citizens Travel Without a Visa?...Countries That Require Visa on Arrival or an eVisa for Hong Kong Citizens.CountryVisa TypeAllowed to StayAzerbaijaneVisa/ Visa on arrival30 daysBahraineVisa/ Visa on arrival14 daysBangladeshVisa on arrivalN/ABoliviaVisa on arrival90 days6 more rowsHow many countries can Hong Kong passport enter without visa?
168 countries and territories have granted visa-free access or visa-on-arrival to HKSAR Passport holders. The final consent to enter the countries concerned is, nonetheless, up to the relevant immigration authorities.Why some Hongkongers are taking a fresh look at their British National (Overseas) passports
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