Protection for inbound visitors

Inbound visitors may browse the “ Advice for Travellers ” and the “ FAQs ” sections to learn about the protection for them.


Recent decisions by TIC's disciplinary committees


Outbound Travel Alert System

Hong Kong residents planing to travel overseas are advised to browse the Security Bureau's  Outbound Travel Alert webpage .


Immigration Department's 24-hour helpline

Hong Kong residents who need help when they are outside the city may call the 24-hour hotline of the Immigration Department's Assistance to Hong Kong Residents Unit on (852)1868.


Hong Kong Travellers' Health Service

Travellers wishing to learn about latest news on health advice may go to the Hong Kong Travellers' Health Service website launched by the Port Health Office.


Visa-free Access for HKSAR Passports

Travellers may visit the website of the Immigration Department for an updated list of countries/territories which have granted visa-free access to HKSAR passport holders.


Memorial gathering in memory of tour escort Mr Masa Tse
2010-8-31

The memorial gathering for tour escort Mr Masa Tse will be held on 2 September at 7.30pm at the Kwai Tsing Theatre (Circular C1282 ).


Rally to mourn hostage victims in Philippines
2010-8-27

The TIC calls on members to join the march to be held on Sunday to mourn the victims of the hostage crisis in the Philippines (Circular C1281 ).


Donations for family of deceased tour escort
2010-8-25

Members may make donations through the TIC's dedicated account to help the family of deceased tour escort Mr Tse Ting Chunn (Circular C1280 ).


Cancellation of package tours to Philippines
2010-8-24

Since the Security Bureau has issued the Black Outbound Travel Alert for the Philippines, all package tours bound for the country will be cancelled as from today until further notice (" Latest News ").


Nomination of candidates for director election
2010-8-12

The nomination period for this year’s director election will commence on 23 August. Members that wish to nominate a candidate may refer to Circular C1279 for details.


Printed version of the newly revised Code of Conduct for Tourist Guides
2010-7-30

A printed copy of the Code of Conduct for Tourist Guides is enclosed with Circular C1278 .


The Peak Open Day
2010-7-30

The Peak Tramways Company invites members to participate in the Open Day to be held in early September (Circular C1277 ).


Student helpers available to receive cruise visitors

Inbound agents that need student helpers to receive large parties from cruise ships visiting Hong Kong on an ad hoc or temporary basis may contact various universities and tertiary institutions (“ Latest News ”).


SME Funding Schemes

Members may go to the SME Funding Scheme’s website for details about the Schemes.


Benefits for tourist guides

Disneyland Tourist Guide Pass available now...
2010-6-3

Tour Escorts
Tour escorts must abide by laws of Hong Kong...
 
FAQs
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Disneyland Tourist Guide Pass available now
2010-6-3

Tourist Guide Pass holders can now purchase the Hong Kong Disneyland Tourist Guide Pass from 1 June 2010 (“ Latest News ”).


Tour guides must never force visitors to stay in shops
2010-5-28

Tourist guides must not stop visitors from leaving the shops freely or coerce them into making purchases (“ Latest News ”).


Pre-service tour guide course for English speakers
2010-5-12

The Pre-service tourist guide training course conducted in English is now open for applications.


Tourist guides must abide by laws of Hong Kong
2010-3-26

The TIC would like to remind tourist guides that they must abide by the laws of Hong Kong, including Section 9 of the Prevention of Bribery Ordinance, when performing their duties. Please click here for details of the Ordinance.


Tourist guides need CPD when renewing Passes for second time
2010-3-3


Degree holders may take Accreditation Examination directly
2010-3-1


Knowledge on Hong Kong" Workshop
2009-10-22


Mainland tour guide and outbound tour escort permits
2009-10-9


Only tourist guides appointed by Hong Kong agents can receive inbound visitors
2009-8-21


CPD seminar open for enrolment
2009-8-17


Exemption arrangements for Continuing Professional Development Scheme
2009-6-16


Apply now for Ngong Ping 360 Tour Guide Pass
2009-3-2


Renewal of Tourist Guide Pass
2008-4-18

If Pass holders renew their Pass more than two years after the expiry date, they must fulfil all requirements under the CPD Scheme and pass a designated road test. When they renew their Pass for the second time, they must also meet all CPD requirements.


Tour escorts must abide by laws of Hong Kong
2010-3-26

The TIC would like to remind tour escorts that they must abide by the laws of Hong Kong, including Section 9 of the Prevention of Bribery Ordinance, when performing their duties. Please click here for details of the Ordinance.


Latest information on courses for tour escorts
2009-12-29

Please click here for the latest timetable and details of the Certificate Courses for Outbound Tour Escorts.

(**People who wish to obtain the Tour Escort Pass must take the Certificate Course for Outbound Tour Escorts organised by the TIC.)


Mainland tour guide and outbound tour escort permits
2009-10-9


Does the amount concerning the peak season surcharge need to be included in the amount for calculating the levy?
How do I applying for a franking machine?
If people not of Chinese nationality who were born in Hong Kong (such as people of South Asian descent) wish to travel to mainland China, what travel documents do they need to bring along?
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Last Updated: 2010-9-3