Hong Kong Tourist Octopus Card
A tap-and-go stored-value card for tourists covering Hong Kong's MTR, buses, trams, ferries, and 190,000+ shops — no deposit required. Compare live prices and coupons.
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What it is
The Tourist Octopus Card is a contactless stored-value card issued by Octopus Cards Limited specifically for visitors to Hong Kong. Unlike the standard on-loan version, the sold Tourist Octopus requires no refundable deposit — the entire purchase price goes toward your card and its preloaded balance. You tap it on any reader across the MTR subway network, franchised buses, trams, the Peak Tram, light rail, and most inter-island and harbour ferries. Beyond transport, the card is accepted at over 190,000 merchant locations including 7-Eleven, Circle K, ParknShop, Wellcome supermarkets, McDonald's, Watsons, and hundreds of cafés and fast-food outlets. It operates fully offline — no internet connection or bank account required — making it one of the fastest ways to pay for everyday spending in Hong Kong.
Highlights
- Works on every major transport mode: MTR (all lines), franchised buses, green minibuses, trams, the Peak Tram, light rail, and most Star Ferry and inter-island ferry routes
- Accepted at 190,000+ merchant locations including 7-Eleven, Circle K, McDonald's, Watsons, ParknShop, and Wellcome supermarkets
- Comes preloaded with HKD 50 of spendable credit — no deposit required on the sold Tourist version
- Instant tap-and-go payments with no PIN, no cash fumbling, and no internet needed at the reader
- Tourist-specific card: no deposit means no end-of-trip refund hassle — keep it as a souvenir or reuse within its validity window
- Valid for up to 7 years — reusable on future Hong Kong visits after a simple top-up
Good to know
- Pick up your card at Hong Kong International Airport — typically at the Octopus counter in the Arrival Hall (counter locations and hours may vary; verify on arrival)
- Top up with cash at 7-Eleven, Circle K, 759 Store, McDonald's, VanGO, Watsons, Mannings, and MTR service counters, or digitally via the Octopus app using Visa, Mastercard, or UnionPay
- The sold Tourist version has no deposit and no refund on the card cost itself — only any remaining stored balance may be refunded, subject to Octopus's current policy; check the official Octopus website before your trip for the latest refund terms
- Standard on-loan Octopus cards (issued to residents) carry a refundable HKD 50 deposit, but Tourist (sold) cards skip the deposit entirely — make sure you receive the correct version
Frequently asked
- Where can I pick up the Tourist Octopus Card when I arrive in Hong Kong?
- You can collect a Tourist Octopus Card at Hong Kong International Airport, typically from the Octopus counter in the Arrival Hall. Some online booking platforms (such as Klook and KKday) let you pre-purchase and collect at a designated airport counter, which can save time. Counter locations and operating hours may change, so check the latest details with your booking provider or the official Octopus website before you travel.
- How do I add more money to my Octopus Card while I'm in Hong Kong?
- You can top up your Tourist Octopus Card with cash at convenience stores including 7-Eleven, Circle K, VanGO, and 759 Store, as well as at McDonald's, Watsons, Mannings, and MTR service counters throughout the city. The Octopus app also supports digital top-ups using Visa, Mastercard, or UnionPay. Top-up machines are found at every MTR station.
- Can I get a refund on my Tourist Octopus Card when I leave Hong Kong?
- The sold Tourist Octopus version has no deposit, so there is no deposit refund. Any remaining stored balance may be refundable, subject to Octopus's current terms and a potential handling fee depending on how soon after purchase you return the card — policies can change, so verify the latest refund rules on the official Octopus Cards Limited website (octopus.com.hk) before your trip. Alternatively, keep the card for future visits; it stays valid for up to 7 years.