🇲🇴Macau Visa 2026: Entry Requirements
Asia· Updated 10/10/2026
Do you need a visa for Macau?
It depends on your passport. Out of 197 nationalities documented by IziVisas, 91 enter Macau visa-free, 100 obtain an e-visa or a visa on arrival and 6 must apply at a consulate before travelling.
Visa-free
91
nationalities
Visa on arrival
100
nationalities
Consular visa
6
nationalities
Check the rule for your nationality
Pick your passport for the exact 2026 rule: fee, processing time, allowed stay and documents.
- 🇬🇧United Kingdom
- 🇺🇸United States
- 🇳🇬Nigeria
- 🇬🇭Ghana
- 🇮🇳India
- 🇵🇰Pakistan
- 🇰🇪Kenya
- 🇺🇬Uganda
- 🇿🇦South Africa
- 🇵🇭Philippines
- 🇨🇦Canada
- 🇦🇺Australia
- All nationalities
Data updated on · Official source
Rules by nationality cross-checked against the official list (gov.mo), read on .
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Indicative information, drawn from official sources and Wikipedia, and updated automatically. Rules change: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before booking. Our methodology · Official portal
Macau visa requirements by nationality
The entry regime Macau applies to the passports most often checked on IziVisas. Open a row for the fee, the processing time, the documents and the allowed stay of that exact route.
Macau visa types, fees and processing times
Every visa category Macau publishes, with the official fee, the allowed stay and the processing time when the source states them. Eligibility depends on your nationality: open your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
| Visa | Category | Official source |
|---|---|---|
| Short-stay (tourism) | Short stay | Portal |
Visas
Visas from this country
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Information
Capital
Macau
Population
682,359
Currency
Macanese Pataca (MOP MOP$)
Languages
Cantonese, Portuguese
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.
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Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
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Safety
Risk areas
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
Accommodation (Hotels.com)
Hotels and other stays, with a free-cancellation filter.
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Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD in Macau · estimated in October 2026
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Practical information
Electricity
Emergency numbers
Practical information
Left
unsafe
not customary
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Photos
Macau
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Macau
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Macau
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Macau
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Macau
Robert Stokoe
Macau
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Macau
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Macau
Da Na
Macau
Guillaume Kremer
Macau
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Macau
Steppe Walker
Macau
Costa Karabelas
Macau
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Macau
Starzzz Studios
Macau
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Macau
Quang Nguyen Vinh
Macau
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Macau
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Plan your trip
Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
Book excursions ahead, with free cancellation on most activities.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
eSIM data (Saily)
Stay connected on landing, with no roaming charges. Requires an eSIM-compatible phone.
Accommodation (Hotels.com)
Hotels and other stays, with a free-cancellation filter.
Partner links, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Macau?▾
It depends on your passport. IziVisas documents the entry regime for Macau across 197 nationalities: 91 visa-free, 100 with a visa on arrival, 6 with a consular visa. Pick yours for the exact rule, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality →Is it dangerous to travel to Macau?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "Macao is generally safe for tourists, with a low level of violent crime.". See the Safety tab on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in Macau?▾
The official currency is Macanese Pataca (MOP MOP$). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of Macau?▾
The capital of Macau is Macau. The main spoken languages are: Cantonese, Portuguese.
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