Hong Kong is generally considered a very safe city both at night and during the day. As everywhere, however, protect yourself from pickpockets and carry as little cash and as few valuables as possible especially in crowded areas such as Causeway Bay, around the Star Ferry terminus in Tsim Sha Tsui and along Nathan Road; credit cards are widely accepted in the city as well.
The Hong Kong Police Force (HKPF) has stations and reporting centres throughout the territory. The phone number of the Police Crime Hotline is (852) 999. For general enquiries, contact public relations on (852) 2866 6166 or visit www.info.gov.hk/police.
Hong Kong law requires that everyone must carry some proof of identity. Tourists must carry a travel document with a photograph. As a resident, you are required to carry a Hong Kong identity card at all times.
