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College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

Inbound Exchange

Welcome to City University of Hong Kong! To help you settle in and make the most of your exchange experience, we have compiled a list of essential resources and information.

Useful Links

Academic Regulations and Records Office
Academic Calendar

Health and Safety

Medical insurance

Non-local students are required to have comprehensive insurance coverage throughout their studies in Hong Kong. This must include:

  • Travel insurance
  • Personal accident coverage
  • Medical expenses (for both accidents and non-accidents)
  • Hospitalisation
  • Emergency evacuation/repatriation

You have two options for meeting this requirement:

  1. Purchase your own insurance before departing your home city, or
  2. Enrol in the Group Personal Accident and Medical Benefits Insurance Plan for Non-local Students offered by the University.

For details on the basic package premium, please visit the Insurance Information Page on the Global Engagement Office website.

Student Support

International Friends Club (IFC)

The Global Engagement Office (GEO) at CityUHK administers the International Friends Club (IFC) to:

  • Foster international friendships
  • Help exchange students acclimate to CityUHK and Hong Kong
  • Provide local students with opportunities to enhance their language and cross-cultural communication skills

For more information, please visit the International Friends Club Page on the GEO website.

Living in Hong Kong

General information

Information about Hong Kong (Hong Kong SAR Government)
Living in Hong Kong Guide (Global Engagement Office, CityUHK)

Hong Kong is a vibrant city full of surprises! The Hong Kong Tourism Board offers excellent resources to help you explore your new home.

Currency

Hong Kong uses the Hong Kong Dollar (HKD). Current denominations include:

  • Banknotes: HK$1,000, 500, 100, 50, 20, and 10
  • Coins: HK$10, 5, 2, 1, 50 cents, 20 cents, and 10 cents

Since 1983, the Hong Kong dollar has been pegged to the US dollar at approximately US1=HK7.80. For the most current exchange rate, please check with your bank.

Living Expenses

Monthly living expenses vary depending on individual needs and lifestyle. For estimated costs, please refer to the Cost of Living and Finance Guide provided by the Global Engagement Office.

Transportation

Hong Kong boasts an efficient and affordable public transportation network. Options include:

  • Buses
  • Mini-buses
  • Taxis
  • Trams
  • Mass Transit Railway (MTR) system
  • Cross-harbour Star Ferry
  • Ferries to outlying islands

Most public transportation (except taxis) accepts payment via Octopus Card, making travel throughout the city convenient.

Key transportation links:

Transportation Options from Hong Kong International Airport to City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK)

For your journey from Hong Kong International Airport to CityUHK, located in the Kowloon city centre, the following is for your reference:

  1. Public Transportation (via bus or MTR)
    • Estimated fare: HK$120 (approximately US$15)
  2. Taxi Service
    • Estimated fare: HK$350 (approximately US$45)

Emergency Services

For your safety and peace of mind, find out more about adverse weather arrangements, hospitalisation services and emergency contacts below. Please familiarise yourself with:

University Resources

Please refer to the following links to learn more about offices closely related to your study at CityUHK, campus directory and to know more about your neighbourhood. Explore these university-related links to support your academic journey: