| Ticket type | Transport IC card |
| Ticket format | Physical ticket (requires redemption) |
The 'Usage Date' selected at the time of booking is the date for picking up the 'Octopus' card.
Please note that this product must be picked up at the Eternal East counter in the Arrival Hall of Hong Kong International Airport. If you are already in Hong Kong, you must travel to the airport to pick up the product. It is not applicable if you cannot pick it up at the airport counter.
Starting from July 1, 2025, redemption must be made at 'Hong Kong International Airport Arrival Hall Counter A01'. If you are already in Hong Kong, you must travel to the airport to collect the product. This is not applicable if you cannot visit the airport counter.
Counter service hours: 08:00 - 21:00 (Please redeem within the corresponding operating hours; late arrivals will not be accommodated)
The Hong Kong Airport counter only provides product redemption services. If you have any questions regarding the product, please contact KKday customer service for assistance.
If the Octopus balance is zero or negative, it cannot be used. Please top up the card before use.
The two versions of the Octopus card have different designs and are distributed randomly at the counter. Both have the same functions; specific card designs cannot be requested.
The Octopus card is non-refundable (non-returnable). Any remaining balance on the card can be refunded in cash at any MTR station service counter (excluding Airport Express counters).
Please note that once an Octopus card is refunded for cash, it can no longer be used.
If you need to use the balance refund service at the Airport Express counter at the airport, the on-site staff will collect the card, and you will not be able to keep it. Travelers who wish to keep their Octopus card should apply for a cash refund at any MTR station service counter (excluding Airport Express counters). Please be aware of this.
Please note that the airport counter does not provide Octopus card balance refund services.
The 'Tourist Octopus' is available for purchase by adults only.
Octopus cards cannot be shared; each person must hold their own card.
Monday 08:00 - 21:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 21:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 21:00
Thursday 08:00 - 21:00
Friday 08:00 - 21:00
Saturday 08:00 - 21:00
Sunday 08:00 - 21:00
The Tourist Octopus Card is an extremely convenient payment tool in Hong Kong, widely used for public transport such as the MTR, buses, trams, and ferries, saving you the hassle of buying tickets each time. Additionally, it can be used for small purchases at convenience stores, supermarkets, and fast-food restaurants, eliminating the need to carry a lot of change and making your trip to Hong Kong smoother.
The most convenient purchase and pick-up location for the Tourist Octopus Card is Hong Kong International Airport, where you can get it immediately upon arrival. You can also pre-book through online travel platforms like KKday and pick it up with your voucher at the airport, enjoying a simplified process and ensuring a smooth start to your trip. This saves you time queuing on-site and ensures you have the necessary transportation payment tool from the beginning of your journey.
The Tourist Octopus Card is primarily designed for visitors to Hong Kong, usually comes with pre-loaded value, and can be used immediately after purchase, with some plans allowing for a refund of the remaining balance. A regular adult Octopus Card requires a deposit. Furthermore, this upgraded version of the Tourist Octopus Card offers payment functions beyond Hong Kong, such as using public transport in specific cities in mainland China and Macau, a unique advantage not found in traditional Octopus Cards.
The Tourist Octopus Card is typically designed for immediate use upon purchase, without the need for cumbersome real-name registration procedures like those for SIM cards. Once you buy and receive the card, as long as there is sufficient stored value, you can directly use it for public transportation and small purchases within Hong Kong, making it ideal for short-term visitors.
A major feature of the upgraded Tourist Octopus Card is its expanded usage. In addition to public transport in Hong Kong, it can be used on public transportation in as many as 336 cities in mainland China and in Macau. This provides immense convenience for travelers who frequently visit Hong Kong and Macau or plan to travel to multiple cities in mainland China, offering a single card for all their travel needs.
Taxi services are very common and easy to hail in Hong Kong, primarily accepting cash payments, with some also supporting electronic payments like AlipayHK or WeChat Pay. Ride-sharing services like Uber are also available in Hong Kong, but their coverage and availability may be slightly less than traditional taxis. The Octopus Card itself is not directly used for paying taxi or ride-sharing fares; other payment methods are required.
Currently, when taking public transport such as the MTR, buses, and trams in Hong Kong, the Octopus Card remains the most popular and convenient option. Most public transport services do not yet fully support direct credit card tap-and-go payments. Some emerging electronic payment methods or mobile payment apps may be trialed on specific routes or services, but the Octopus Card is still the most recommended and widely accepted payment choice for travelers.
Besides the Tourist Octopus Card, cash is still a widely accepted payment method for Taiwanese travelers making daily small purchases in Hong Kong. International credit cards (like Visa, Mastercard) are commonly accepted at department stores, large shops, and restaurants. Additionally, some merchants now support popular local mobile payment tools such as AlipayHK or WeChat Pay, although not all small businesses accept them.