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🇲🇴Macau S.A.R.
Asia· Updated 06/03/2026
Information
Capital
Macau
Population
682,359
Currency
Macanese Pataca (MOP MOP$)
Languages
Chinois cantonais, Portugais
Continent
Asia
Calling code
+853
Timezone
Asia/Macau
Area
32.9 km²
Government
Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China
National day
1 October - National Day of China
Internet domain
.mo
About
Macao is a Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China, renowned for its gaming industry and Portuguese heritage. Formerly a Portuguese colony, it was handed over to China in 1999. It is a major financial and tourism hub in Asia.
Safety
Risk level :Macao is generally safe for tourists, with a low level of violent crime.
Risk areas
No specific area - Low
Crime(Low)
- Avoid wearing visible valuables
- Stay vigilant in crowded tourist areas
Terrorism(Low)
- Negligible risk, no current threat
Transport
- Use official taxis or recognized apps
Natural risks(Seasonal typhoon risk (June-November))
- Follow local government alerts
Health(Good quality healthcare system)
- Standard recommended vaccines, travel insurance advised
Practical tips
- Obey strict local gambling laws
- Respect photography bans in certain places
- Wear a mask if there is an ongoing epidemic
Cost of living
Accommodation
Studio city center1165
1-bedroom apartment city center1165
1-bedroom apartment suburb847
3-bedroom apartment city center2500
3-bedroom apartment suburb1818
Food
Inexpensive restaurant meal6.5
Meal for 2 mid-range restaurant65
McDonald's menu6.5
Local beer (0.5L)3.9
Cappuccino4.5
Water (1.5L)1.2
Bread (500g)2.6
Milk (1L)3.9
Eggs (12)3.9
Chicken (1kg)7.8
Apples (1kg)5.2
Bananas (1kg)2.6
Transport
Public transport ticket1.3
Monthly transport subscription39
Taxi ride (start)3.9
Taxi (1km)1.3
Gasoline (1L)1.9
Leisure
Fitness membership (monthly)65
Tennis court (1h weekend)26
Cinema13
Theater65
Health
General practitioner consultation52
Dentist consultation65
Antibiotic medications13
Cold medications (6 days)6.5
Others
High-speed internet (60 Mbps+)26
Mobile plan (calls + 10GB)13
Public services for 85m² apartment130
Jeans (Levis 501 or similar)91
Nike sports shoes104
International primary school (monthly)1300
Practical information
Electricity
Voltage220V
Frequency50Hz
Plug typesType A, Type C, Type G, Type I
Emergency numbers
Police999
Ambulance999
Fire department999
Practical information
Driving side
Left
Tap water
unsafe
Tipping
not customary