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Further to the press release dated November 7, the Government today (November 10) reminded Hong Kong residents who plan to visit Brazil to keep themselves abreast of Brazil's visa requirement.
As the agreement between the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) and the Government of the Federative Republic of Brazil on Exemption of Visa Requirements has not yet entered into force, HKSAR passport holders still require a visa to enter Brazil.
The Consulate General of Brazil in Hong Kong has agreed to put in place some special interim arrangements: HKSAR passport holders who have already departed for Brazil will be allowed to enter Brazil without a visa. However, those who depart for Brazil on or after November 13 will require a visa.
Ends/Monday, November 10, 2008
Issued at HKT 19:00
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