DFA Warns Travelers to Hong Kong

The Department of Foreign Affairs reiterates its warning to all Filipino travelers transiting or entering Hong Kong as visitors, workers, or residents to refrain from bringing restricted items, particularly stunning devices, in their hand carried or checked-in luggage.

Stun guns and other devices such as tear gas, bullets, extendible batons, flick knives, and knuckle dusters are considered as “arms”
under the Firearms and Ammunition Ordinance of Hong Kong.

Their unlicensed possession is, upon conviction, punishable by a fine of HK$100,000 and/or a maximum sentence of 14 years’ imprisonment.

The Hong Kong authorities are strict with the enforcement of the said ordinance.

All hand-carried and checked-in luggage of passengers are subjected to security screening at the airport terminals, the Philippine Consulate General in Hong Kong said.