Hong Kong · Government & Safety

GovHK

Hong Kong's official one-stop government portal for public information, forms and online services across departments.

What it helps with

Finding a government serviceDirectory by topic.
Typhoon and rainstorm infoLinks to the Observatory.
Applying onlinee-Services.

About GovHK

GovHK is the government's central web gateway, organising services from dozens of departments - from tax filing to licence renewals - under a single navigable structure rather than requiring citizens to know which department to approach first.

Key Features

Cross-Department Directory: One entry point covering services from the Inland Revenue Department, Immigration, Transport and many other bureaus.
Online Forms and E-Payments: Many services allow forms to be submitted and government fees paid directly online.
Multilingual Interface: Available in Traditional Chinese and English throughout.
Alerts and Announcements: Government notices, weather warnings and public service updates are surfaced centrally.

How to Get Started

Visit the GovHK website or download the mobile app.
Browse by topic (e.g. "Business", "Residents", "Non-residents") or search for a specific service.
Follow the link to the relevant department's online form or e-service.
Some services require login via iAM Smart or a department-specific account.

Before you use it

Good to know: When Typhoon Signal No. 8 or a Black Rainstorm Warning is issued, most offices and schools close.
Limits: Personal e-services need iAM Smart or a HKID.

English available Local ID needed

Frequently Asked Questions

Does GovHK work with a foreign bank card in Hong Kong?: Not reliably - a foreign card may be declined. Check the notice above, or plan to use a local payment method.
Is GovHK available in English?: Yes, GovHK has an English-language interface.
Do I need a local phone number to use GovHK?: No, an international phone number generally works for GovHK.
Do I need local ID or residency for GovHK?: Yes, GovHK requires local ID or residency status.
Where can I use GovHK?: Web
How much does GovHK cost?: Free portal; fees per service