Macao

Overall country Risk Rating: 

 

AA - Stable state, there is a low HSE risk. Worksite risk is deemed to be low. The number of road traffic accidents is below the european average. The country scores 0.42 on corruption control.(Point estimates range from -2.5 to 2.5. Higher values correspond to better governance outcomes).

Genvisec advises that all business and leisure travel should be allowed to 

Macao.

 

Crime

 

Crime levels are low but pick pocketing and other street crime can occur in some areas. Take extra care of passports, credit cards and money in crowded areas. Be careful of your belongings when checking out of hotels. Take extra care when visiting casinos late at night.

 

Local laws and customs

Do not become involved with drugs of any kind. Possession of drugs can lead to imprisonment.

 

Do not take photographs of military installations.

 

Health

 

Make sure you have adequate travel health insurance and accessible funds to cover the cost of any medical treatment abroad and repatriation.

 

Dengue Fever is common in Macao; you should take precautions against mosquito bites.

 

If you need emergency medical assistance during your trip, dial 999 and ask for an ambulance. You should contact your insurance/medical assistance company promptly if you are referred to a medical facility for treatment.

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Natural disasters

 

The typhoon season normally runs from April to October. Typhoons very occasionally hit Macao and may cause flooding and landslides. Warning is given in advance. Public offices shut down when the ‘Typhoon 8’ signal is hoisted. You should follow advice issued by the local authorities.

 

Visas

 

Although Macao is now part of the People’s Republic of China it remains a Special Administrative Region with its own immigration controls. You can stay in Macao for up to three months without a visa. If you intend to work in Macao you must obtain a visa before arrival. Contact the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China.

 

Passport validity

 

Your passport should be valid for a minimum period of one month from the date of entry into Macao. If you are staying longer than one month your passport must be valid for the duration of your visit.

 

The authorities in Macao have confirmed they will accept British passports extended by 12 months by British Embassies and Consulates under additional measures put in place in mid-2014.

 

Visits to mainland China

 

If you intend to travel to mainland China via Macao using a foreign passport you must get a Chinese visa before arrival at the border. Failure to do so could result in a fine and possible detention by the mainland Chinese authorities. If you are entering Macao via mainland China and leaving again via the mainland you will need to be in possession of a double or multiple entry visa to re-enter mainland China.

 

Emergency travel documents

 

Emergency travel documents are accepted for entry, airside transit and exit from Macao.