Currency: Hong Kong dollars are used in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. The Hong Kong dollar has been linked to the US dollar at a fixed rate of HK$7.8 to US$1. Currency exchange is available in several places at the airport and in many locations in the city. Nearly all banks exchange foreign currency and numerous currency exchange windows are also present throughout Hong Kong.

Banking: Most major international banks have a presence in Hong Kong. Some of these banks also have retail banking. ATM machines are widely accessible and link to major networks such as Plus, Cirrus, JNL and others. Look for your ATM Network's symbol on the cash machine.

Credit Cards: Major credit cards such as MasterCard, Visa, American Express, AEON, etc. are widely accepted in Hong Kong. Diner's Club is also accepted though less widely. The Discover card is not accepted. ATM machines also accept most major credit cards for cash advances as well as bank cards linked to the Plus or Cirrus networks. In Hong Kong hotels, larger restaurants and retail chains accept credit cards. Some smaller stores and restaurants do not accept credit cards.