Buy Hong Kong dollar
Whether you pick up in-store or choose home delivery, we鈥檙e offering great rates on Hong Kong dollars when you order your currency online.
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Travelex Money Card
- A safe way to carry and spend travel money abroad
- Load up to 22 currencies on your Travelex Money Card
- Manage your balance 24/7 through the Travelex Money App
- No commission or hidden charges
- Freeze and unfreeze your card, reveal your PIN or other card details via the Travelex Money App
- Pay with confidence anywhere Mastercard Prepaid is accepted
Hong Kong dollar options
Get Hong Kong dollars however it suits you with our flexible options. Choose a secure and convenient Travelex Money Card, cash, or a combination of both.
Travel Money Card
The Travelex Money Card is the quick, easy and secure way to spend abroad.
- Lock in your rates1
- 22 currencies available
- Easy budget management
- Accepted at millions of locations
Cash
Cash and card will make sure you鈥檙e ready for any kind of spend in every country.
- Be ready to tip when expected
- Shop local markets
- Avoid unnecessary ATM withdrawals
How to get your Hong Kong dollars
Order Hong Kong dollars online to get great rates and choose home delivery or click and collect from stores or the airport.
Home delivery
Spend more time packing, planning, and working on your tan with home delivery.
- Fast, secure, convenient
- Next day delivery available for cash
- Free delivery for Travelex Money Card
Store click & collect
Order online and pick up on your way. Over 25 locations in stores and airports across the UK.
- Lock in your exchange rate1
- Located in major UK airports
Travel money in a jiffy
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+Key information about Hong Kong dollars
The Hong Kong dollar is represented by its currency code (HKD) and symbol ($). It has been the official currency of Hong Kong since 1935.
Carrying a mix of Hong Kong dollars on a Travel Money Card and cash offers the most flexibility when visiting Hong Kong.
Hong Kong dollar notes
Hong Kong dollar coins
The ten-dollar coin is Hong Kong's highest-valued circulating coin, issued in 1994 to replace the $10 banknote. However, minting ceased after 1997, and the Hong Kong Monetary Authority reintroduced the banknote in 2002.
Destinations that accept Hong Kong dollars
While the Macanese pataca (MOP) is the official currency in Macau, Hong Kong Dollars are widely accepted and are also considered legal tender.
Common questions about Hong Kong dollars
Getting the best rates for Hong Kong dollars can be tricky. Economic indicators, commodities prices, and regional stability can affect the HKD, making our rate tracker an essential tool for your journey to Hong Kong.
Hong Kong dollars are primarily used in Hong Kong, where they are the official currency. They are also accepted as legal tender in Macau, alongside the Macanese pataca.
You can purchase your Hong Kong dollars from us via credit or debit card. When you purchase Hong Kong dollars, either online or at our stores, we ensure no credit card handling fees are applied. However, it's wise to check with your card issuer for any potential charges they might apply.
Yes, you can! With our Buy Back Promise, we can buy back your unused Hong Kong dollar notes at any one of our UK retail stores at the original transaction exchange rate up to a maximum value of 拢250, for a fee of just 拢4.99. T&Cs apply.
When in Hong Kong, you can use your bank cards freely. Keep an eye out for any charges your bank might apply for transactions in HKD. See how the Travelex Money Card can help you spend abroad. See how the Travelex Money Card can help you spend abroad.
Yes, cash is still frequently used in Hong Kong. We'd recommend carrying a mix of Hong Kong dollars and our Travelex Money Card to ensure convenience for your small and large purchases.
Need a different currency?
Whether you're visiting neighbouring countries or planning a multi-destination trip, our related currency links make it easy to prepare.
- 1 Lock in your exchange rates mean the exchange rate is locked in for the initial order only. Rates for subsequent orders will be set at the prevailing rate at the time of each transaction.
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