Road Rules and Traffic Regulations in Hong Kong - Driving Nuances

1. Left driving is one of main distinguishing features about Hong Kong roads. It would be pretty unusual for motorists, who are used to right driving, so foreign drivers should be particularly careful during first several days in the country.

2. Quite a notable fact - left driving is observed in Hong Kong literally everywhere: on roads, subways, and even on sidewalks and park roads. Both drivers and pedestrians observe the accepted rule.

3. Local petrol stations offer all standard types of fuel, including gas. The cost of fuel may differ slightly at various petrol stations, with the average cost of one liter of petrol being HK$15.

4. In Hong Kong, you will find numerous parking lots, the cost of services of which may vary significantly. For example, at parking lots, located far from the center, the cost of one hour is approximately $8. If you need to park your car at a parking lot located in the central part of Hong Kong, the cost of one hour will be already approximately $60.

5. You may need to pay an extra fee to use some tunnels. The toll for using the central tunnel is about $20, the Western tunnel toll is $45, the toll for using the Eastern tunnel estimates $25, and you will have to pay about 5 Hong Kong dollars to use the Aberdeen tunnel.

6. Drivers, who expect to remain in Hong Kong for less than a year, can use their international driver's permit. If you need to stay for a longer period, then you will need to obtain the local driving license. No driving test is necessary in this case.