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Hong Kong's currency is the Hong Kong Dollar (HKD), which has been in circulation since 1863. Australian Dollars can be exchanged for HKD at local currency exchanges and banks, as well as at Hong Kong International Airport, which has several currency exchange branches open 24 hours a day, all year round. It is recommended to check with your bank about extra fees when using your credit card abroad, and it may be worth organising a travel card with low or no fees.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Currency in Hong Kong | Hong Kong Dollar (HKD) |
| Exchange rate | 1 AUD = 4.91 HKD |
| Currency exchange branches at Hong Kong Airport | Terminal 1 (North) - Arrivals B, Airside, Level 5; Terminal 1 - Arrivals Hall (landside), Level 5; Terminal 1 (North) - Departures after passport control, Skypier; Terminal 1 (South) - Departures, after passport control, West Hall; Terminal 1 - Departures, pre-immigration Hall, Level 5; Terminal 2 (South) - Departures, check-in Hall |
| Exchange rate at the airport | Less advantageous than online |
| Payment methods accepted at currency exchange branches | Debit and credit cards, Visa and Mastercard |
| Currency exchange services | Travelex, Global Exchange, Global Exchange Travelex |
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Currency exchange branches at Hong Kong airport
Hong Kong International Airport has several currency exchange branches where you can exchange Australian dollars for Hong Kong dollars. These include:
Global Exchange
Global Exchange is a currency exchange company with a presence at Hong Kong International Airport. They offer more than 30 currencies from major destinations worldwide. You can find their branches at:
- Terminal 1 (North), Arrivals B, Airside, Level 5 (open 24 hours)
- Terminal 1, Arrivals Hall (landside), Level 5 (open daily from 6:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.)
Travelex
Travelex is another currency exchange service available at Hong Kong International Airport. You can order foreign currencies online via their website and collect them upon arrival at the airport. Their branch locations include:
- Terminal 1 (North), Departures after passport control, Skypier (open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.)
- Terminal 2 (South), Departures in the check-in hall (open daily from 6:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.)
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Australian dollars to Hong Kong dollars exchange rate
You can exchange Australian dollars for Hong Kong dollars at Hong Kong International Airport. There are several currency exchange branches at the airport that are open all year round and offer 24-hour service. These currency exchange branches are located in Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, both in the arrivals and departures halls. They accept debit and credit cards, as well as Visa and Mastercard.
It is recommended that you check with your bank whether you will be charged extra fees when using your credit card internationally. Both your Australian bank and Hong Kong ATMs will charge you for withdrawing money from your debit card, so it might be worth organising a travel card with low or no fees to use while abroad.
At the time of writing, one Australian dollar was worth 4.91 Hong Kong dollars. However, exchange rates fluctuate, so it is advisable to check a reliable currency conversion service for the most up-to-date information before your trip.
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Using Australian dollars at shops in Hong Kong airport
The Hong Kong Dollar (HKD) has been the official currency in Hong Kong since 1863. The currency used in Australia will not be accepted at shops in Hong Kong Airport. However, there are several currency exchange branches at Hong Kong International Airport where you can exchange Australian dollars for Hong Kong dollars. These currency exchange branches are open all year round and can be found in Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. They accept debit and credit cards, as well as Visa and Mastercard.
It is recommended that you check with your bank whether you will be charged extra fees when using your credit card internationally. Australian banks and Hong Kong ATMs will both charge you for withdrawing money from your debit card, so it may be worth organising a travel card with low or no fees to use while abroad. You can also save time by ordering foreign currencies online via websites such as Travelex or Global Exchange and collecting your order upon arrival at Hong Kong Airport.
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Australian bank and Hong Kong ATM fees
Although Hong Kong is known as a global financial hub, you should still expect to pay fees when using your Australian debit card at an ATM. Your Australian bank and the Hong Kong ATM will both charge you for withdrawing money from your debit card.
To avoid these fees, you can organise a travel card with low or no fees to use while abroad. You can also avoid fees by using an ATM that's in the same network as your card. For example, if your card is supported by ""Plus", "Cirrus", or "Union Pay", you can withdraw money from local ATMs with no additional charges. HSBC, a major bank in Hong Kong, uses the Plus network, so you can withdraw money from their ATMs without additional charges. Citibank ATMs, on the other hand, have been known to charge fees.
You can also avoid extra fees by always choosing to view transactions in the local currency. When you use your foreign card at a Hong Kong ATM, it may offer to show the transaction in your home currency. This service, called dynamic currency conversion or DCC, lets the ATM set its own exchange rate, which may be poorer than the mid-market rate. This means you’re responsible for paying for the exchange rate markup.
If you want to use Australian dollars to exchange for Hong Kong dollars, you can do so at Hong Kong International Airport. There are several currency exchange branches in the airport that accept Australian dollars and other foreign currencies. You can also save time by ordering foreign currencies online via Travelex's website or Global Exchange’s website and collecting them on arrival.
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Hong Kong dollar denominations
You can exchange Australian dollars for Hong Kong dollars at Hong Kong International Airport. The airport has several currency exchange branches open all year round, some of which operate 24 hours a day. These currency exchange branches accept debit and credit cards, Visa and Mastercard.
Hong Kong has its own currency, the Hong Kong dollar (HKD), which is divided into 100 cents. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority issues coins in denominations of HK$10, HK$5, HK$2, HK$1, 50 cents, 20 cents, and 10 cents. The Hong Kong dollar notes in everyday circulation are $10, $20, $50, $100, $500, and $1000. The $10 notes are issued by the government, while the $20, $50, $100, $500, and $1000 notes are issued by three note-issuing banks: HSBC, Bank of China, and Standard Chartered. These banks issue their own designs of banknotes, with all designs being similar across denominations.
It is recommended that you carry a supply of smaller bills and coins to avoid fraud and to familiarise yourself with the security features of Hong Kong banknotes before your trip. Additionally, check with your bank about any extra fees that may be incurred when using your credit card internationally.
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Frequently asked questions
No, the Hong Kong dollar (HKD) has been the currency in circulation in Hong Kong since 1863. You can exchange your Australian dollars for Hong Kong dollars at Hong Kong International Airport, which has several currency exchange branches that are open 24 hours.
There are currency exchange branches in Terminal 1 (North) and Terminal 2 (South) at Hong Kong International Airport. In Terminal 1, there are branches in the Arrivals Hall (landside), the pre-immigration Hall, and after passport control in the East Hall, West Hall, and at the Skypier. In Terminal 2, there is a branch in the Departures check-in Hall.
The currency exchange branches at Hong Kong International Airport accept debit and credit cards, as well as Visa and Mastercard.
The exchange rate varies, but at the time of writing, one Australian dollar was worth 4.91 Hong Kong dollars. It is recommended to check a reliable currency conversion service for the most up-to-date exchange rates.
Banks typically charge margins and commissions for exchanging currency. Some currency exchange companies, such as Global Exchange, do not charge any commissions or fees for exchanging Australian dollars into Hong Kong dollars. However, you may get a better exchange rate if you order your currency online and collect it at the airport.
