On March 7, Hong Kong’s Financial Secretary Paul Chan officially announced that around 6.3 million Hong Kong residents are set to receive the first installment of a HK$10,000 consumption voucher in their electronic wallet accounts. So, after many months of lockdown, it’s time for a little indulgence!

Hong Kongers can treat themselves and their families to a wide range of tours, tickets, staycations and travel experiences in the months ahead. With some great discounts available, Trip.com can help you get the most out of your vouchers.

For more information, and a little inspiration for how to spend your 10,000 consumption voucher this summer, head over to Trip.com.

What is the 10,000 consumption voucher in Hong Kong?

The Hong Kong government has announced it will roll out a HK$64 billion anti-pandemic fund, in a bid to help its people get through these challenging times and accelerate economic recovery. This budget includes HK$20 billion to support local businesses and Hong Kong residents.

Under the Consumption Voucher Scheme (CVS), all permanent Hong Kong residents aged 18 and above will be eligible to receive a HK$10,000 consumption voucher, to help boost spending in the local economy. The government have stated the vouchers are not to be used for utilities, bills or daily essentials – they are designed for indulgence!

The consumption vouchers can be used to book hotels, staycations, flights, tours and tickets with Trip.com.

The voucher will be paid in two installments – one in April and another in August 2022. According to the government, the first batch of HK$5,000 e-vouchers will be distributed next month to the 6.3 million people who registered via electronic payment systems as part of last year’s CVS scheme.

Figure 1 The consumption voucher scheme is intended to give Hong Kong residents and their families something to enjoy after the long lockdown. With discounts available on hundreds of attractions via Trip.com, it’s time to celebrate!

How can people apply for and get the 10,000 Consumption Voucher in Hong Kong?

To register for the CVS, Hong Kong residents aged 18 and above can submit a paper form, together with a copy of their valid Hong Kong Identity Card, to the following address: Consumption Voucher Scheme Secretariat, GPO P.O. Box 185000, Hong Kong.

Anyone who successfully registered as part of the 2021 CVS does not need to register again.

According to Chan, the intention is to make the distribution process as swift as possible. “With the current serious Covid-19 situation, [we] don’t want to bother everyone,” he said in a recent statement. “Basically, if you haven’t lost your Octopus Card, there is no need for you to do anything to receive [the voucher],” he added.

If, however, your Octopus card has been lost or damaged since you first registered it, you can update your record through the official website. The old card will be invalidated and a new one provided under the latest CVS.

Figure 2 From afternoon tea to hotels and wellness packages, Hong Kong residents can find plenty of treats on offer at Trip.com.

When can people apply for the new consumption vouchers in Hong Kong?

2022 SVF account registration opened at 2pm on March 7 and will remain open until March 25. All Hong Kong residents who have registered will receive their consumption vouchers through one of four official Stored Value Facility (SVF) partners: AlipayHK, Octopus, Tap & Go or WeChat Pay HK.

All those who are eligible will be notified by SMS or mobile app when the transfer is made.

When will the 10,000 consumption voucher be paid?

The first payment is scheduled for April 2022 (exact date TBC). AlipayHK, Tap & Go and WeChat Pay HK users will receive HK$5,000, while Octopus users will get HK$4,000. The remaining HK$1,000 of the first instalment will be sent on the 16th of the following month, but only if the first payment has already been spent. June 16 will be the earliest date it will be paid, while November 16 will be the latest.

Remember: the consumption vouchers are intended to be spent – they will expire on October 31, so make sure you use yours as soon as you can! If you need a little inspiration for how best to splurge, take a look at our hottest consumption voucher deals over at Trip.com.

Figure 3 With Trip.com, Hong Kong residents can enjoy up to 50% off family attractions and theme parks, helping them get excellent value out of their HK$10,000 consumption vouchers.

How and where can I use my 10,000 consumption voucher?

You can use your consumption vouchers to purchase a wide range of products, experiences and services on Trip.com. We’ve got everything from flights and hotels, to trains, tours and travel inspiration. Best of all, there’s a load of great discounts available for residents of Hong Kong, helping your consumption voucher go even further!

For example, treat yourself to a staycation in Harbour Plaza Resort City, located in the north-western New Territories and just 5 minutes’ drive from the Yuen Long Old Market. With spacious rooms, great views and connectivity to a wide range of attractions nearby, this is a great place to get away from it all for a while.

Alternatively, book a luxurious stay in the InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong in Kowloon’s Tsim Sha Tsui East region. With amazing harbor views and some of Hong Kong’s finest accommodation, this is the perfect way to change your scenery and treat yourself after the long lockdown.

You can also book a wide range of tours and tickets with your 2022 consumption voucher. Whether you’re looking for theme park tickets, a quiet afternoon tea or an indulgent buffet with your nearest and dearest, Trip.com has a wide selection of indoor and outdoor activities to choose from.

Figure 4 The InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong – one of many great hotels on Trip.com where consumption vouchers can be used for staycations in the months ahead.

How can I get the best deal with my 10,000 consumption voucher?

You can get loads of great deals and discounts with Trip.com, covering everything from entry tickets and ice cream to medical care and wellness packages. For example, you can save up to 60% off on wellness and medical services on an extensive network of over 1,400 service providers across Hong Kong; or treat yourself to a Häagen-Dazs™ Petite Ice Cream Fondue Set with a 50% discount.

Another great way to use your voucher is by treating the family to a day out at Zhuhai Chimelong Ocean Kingdom. With Trip.com, you can get your tickets for half price!

Extra discounts on selected Tours & Tickets will be announced soon – simply choose AlipayHK, WeChat Pay HK or Tap & Go as your payment method when booking Tours & Tickets via Trip.com and the discounted amount will be automatically displayed.

These are just a few of the many great deals on offer. To get the most out of your 10,000 consumption voucher, head over to Trip.com today!

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