[AdMan]

Am thinking about doing some work experience in Hong Kong for 5 months. I am aware that a current tourist visa is only valid for 3 months. Do you think that after 2 months, I could go to Macau, get my passport stamped, to legally stay in Hong Kong for the extra 3 months?

[AdMan]

Originally Posted by Paul

If your passport has a tourist stamp but you are working then there is no way you can be staying legally in HK.

Hi Paul, thanks for replying. Is it still illegal even if I'm not being paid?

[JAherbert]

Originally Posted by AdMan

Hi Paul, thanks for replying. Is it still illegal even if I'm not being paid?

hi,

legally - Yes, even without pay.

Voluntary or charity *work* is still classified as work,
hence requiring a valid work visa.

[chris780]

Adman:

Do not take this risk. Apply for a valid visa. Immigration does check and you might go to court if they discover you do not hold a valid visa.

Chris.