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Macau

East Asia · MO

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1 hours behind Korea

Portuguese rule left churches and praças sitting directly against Chinese streets. It is an hour by ferry from Hong Kong, or by bus over the Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macau Bridge.

Capital(Special Administrative Region)
LanguagesCantonese, Portuguese, Chinese
CurrencyPataca (MOP)
Standard timeUTC+8 · No daylight saving
Dialling code+853
Voltage220V / 50Hz
Plug typeD, G, M
Driving sideLeft-hand traffic
Emergency999
Domain.mo

Entry & visa

90 days visa-free for tourism. Immigration is separate from Hong Kong’s.

Worth knowing

The local currency is the pataca, but Hong Kong dollars are accepted almost everywhere — expect change back in patacas.

Frequently asked questions

Q. What is the time difference between Macau and Korea?

1 hours behind Korea (UTC+8). No daylight saving.

Q. Will Korean electronics work in Macau?

Voltage 220V / 50Hz, Plug type D, G, M.

Q. Do I need a visa for Macau?

90 days visa-free for tourism. Immigration is separate from Hong Kong’s.

Countries in the same region

Visa and entry requirements change with policy, so always confirm the latest official notice for your destination. Voltage and plug types can vary by building.