Basics hong kong

Time: Local time is GMT +8.

            Electricity:  Electrical current is 220 volts, 50Hz. The UK- style 3 - pin plugs are standard.

            Money:  The unit of currency is the Hong Kong dollar (HKD); HK$1 is divided into 100 cents. Major banks are open

            from 9am to 4:30pm Monday to Friday, and 9am to 12:30pm on Saturday. Banks and moneychangers charge

            commission as do hotels that provide exchange services. All major credit cards are accepted and ATMs are widely

            distributed. Some HSBC 'Electronic Money' machines provide 24 - hour cash withdrawal facilities for Visa and

            MasterCard holders.

            Currency Exchange Rates

 HKD1.00