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U.S. State Department Issues Level 2 Travel Advisory for Hong Kong

The U.S. Department of State issued a Level 2 travel advisory for Hong Kong on November 27, 2024, urging increased caution due to arbitrary enforcement of local laws. It cites the 2020 National Security Law and the 2024 Safeguarding National Security Ordinance, which contain vaguely defined offenses that may apply to foreign nationals and individuals outside its borders. Those who criticize authorities may face arrest, detention, expulsion, or prosecution. Hong Kong does not recognize dual nationality, and dual U.S.-PRC citizens may face additional security scrutiny and harassment. The advisory also advises avoiding demonstrations, keeping a low profile, and entering on a U.S. passport.

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Impact and considerations

The elevated advisory level may affect business travelers' willingness to travel to Hong Kong and their compliance considerations, particularly regarding risks under national security laws.

Key points

  • The U.S. Department of State issued a Level 2 travel advisory for Hong Kong on November 27, 2024, urging increased caution due to arbitrary enforcement of local laws.
  • The advisory cites the 2020 National Security Law and the 2024 Safeguarding National Security Ordinance, which contain vaguely defined offenses that may apply to foreign nationals and individuals outside its borders.
  • Those who criticize PRC or Hong Kong authorities may face arrest, detention, expulsion, or prosecution.
  • Hong Kong does not recognize dual nationality, and dual U.S.-PRC citizens may face additional security scrutiny and harassment.
  • The advisory advises avoiding demonstrations, keeping a low profile, entering on a U.S. passport, and obeying local laws.

Sources and time

Primary source
U.S. Department of State
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First source publication
27 Nov 2024, 08:00
Page published
12 Sept 2026, 00:20
Last updated
27 Nov 2024, 08:00
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