Frequently Asked Questions on Electronic Payments in Hong Kong
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Which kind of bills can I pay by electronic means? |
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You can pay tax, business registration fee, stamp duty and purchase tax reserve certificates by phone, by bank ATM, or via the Internet. For payment made by e-Cheque / e-Cashier Order via the “Pay e-Cheque” portal, court fees and interest on judgment debts are also accepted.
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What electronic payment channels can I use? |
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You can pay by phone, via the Internet (including Faster Payment System (FPS)) and by Bank Automated Teller Machines (ATMs).
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How can I pay by phone? |
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To pay tax by phone, you must first register as a PPS account holder. You may register with your bank ATM card at any of the registration terminals installed at the outlets of most merchants who have joined PPS.
With a PPS account, you can dial 18011 for bill registration and 18031 for payment. The PPS Merchant Code for the Inland Revenue Department is [10]. |
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How can I pay on the Internet? |
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Please select "Internet Payment" or "e-Cheque" in Treasury´s Homepage which will provide further details and link you to the relevant payment websites. If you are using e-Cheque / e-Cashier Order for payment, please visit the "Pay e-Cheque" portal for detailed instructions. If you are using Faster Payment System for payment, please see Notes on Payment via Faster Payment System.
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How can I pay tax by Bank Automated Teller Machines (ATMs)? |
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You can pay with your bank ATM card at any HSBC / Hang Seng Bank ATMs with the "Bill Payment" signage or the JETCO ATMs with the "JET PAYMENT" logo.
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