Hong Kong
Dating in Hong Kong for expats who want more than work
Harbour views, hiking trails and dim sum on a Sunday: meet people in Hong Kong who also came from somewhere else. Your profile costs nothing.
- Free to join
- Island, Kowloon, New Territories
- In English
- Many manually verified members
In short
Dating in Hong Kong as an expat means fitting romance around long working days, and choosing between harbour walks, hikes and yum cha. ExpatSingles is free to join; add your district and the distance you like, and each day it suggests people near you.
- Who: expats in Hong Kong, and locals who enjoy meeting someone from abroad.
- Included free: your profile, suggestions each day, a verified badge if you want one and a few messages daily.
- Where: date ideas in Tsim Sha Tsui, on The Peak and in Sai Kung below.
- VIP: unlimited messaging; the price for your account is shown before you pay.
Hong Kong is a leading international business and financial hub, and that brings professionals from all over the world. Expat guides name Central and Mid-Levels, Tai Hang, the south side of Hong Kong Island, Discovery Bay and Sai Kung among the popular places to live. Online dating helps expats in Hong Kong meet people outside the office and the same few bars.
Why expats in Hong Kong try online dating
Busy weeks leave little time, so it helps to know who is single and close by.
ExpatSingles in Hong Kong
Want more from Hong Kong than work? That is what ExpatSingles is for
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Shared experience
Members have moved countries or want someone who has, so contracts, flights home and family abroad are understood.
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In English
English is widely used at work and in daily life, so you can start straight away.
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Near you
Your suggestions follow the distance you set from your district.
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Discreet
Only your username and nearest area are visible; nobody sees your name or email.
First date ideas
Three first dates in Hong Kong
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Kowloon
The Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade
A waterfront walk from the Star Ferry Pier past the Clock Tower to the Avenue of Stars, facing the island skyline.
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Hong Kong Island
Lugard Road on The Peak
A narrow, tree-lined road on the easy Peak Circle Walk, with sunset views over Victoria Harbour.
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New Territories
The Sai Kung waterfront
The promenade of a former fishing town, with moored boats and seafood restaurants by the sea.
Dating culture in Hong Kong: busy weeks, good weekends
Working days in Hong Kong are long, overtime is common and some offices work on Saturday mornings, so dates often fit into evenings or Sundays. Yum cha, tea with shared plates of dim sum, is a much loved way to spend a late morning together.
Nature is close to the city: large parts of Hong Kong are country parks, and hiking is one of the most popular weekend plans. A trail with a view makes a relaxed first date.
Public life is fairly reserved, and guides advise keeping displays of affection low key. Showing respect and avoiding open criticism, often called giving face, matters in everyday life.
Free to join
Busy weekdays, free weekends: plan a date worth the wait
Join free, add your district and see your first suggestions. Nobody sees your name or email.
Join freeHow to start dating in Hong Kong on ExpatSingles
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Create your profile
Free: username, photo and the district you live in.
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Set your distance
Choose how far across the harbour you are happy to go.
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Get your badge
Verify with an ID at no cost, or by a short video call.
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Send a message
A few messages a day are free; VIP removes the cap.
Dating safely in Hong Kong
- Somewhere busy, a friend in the loop. Meet in a busy public place, such as a cafe or the waterfront, and let a friend know your plans. Keep the chat on ExpatSingles until you have met: if someone asks to move to WhatsApp or another app, a warning is shown.
- Trust takes time. Hong Kong Police advise caution with people you only know online: do not rush to trust them, and never share your ID number, address or financial details. If someone you met online asks for money, stop and check.
- The Anti-Scam Helpline. Call the police Anti-Scam Helpline on 18222 if you are unsure about someone or have already sent money, and report a scam through the police e-Report Centre or at any police report room. In an emergency, call 999.
What ExpatSingles costs in Hong Kong
Joining, browsing your suggestions, verifying your profile and writing a few messages a day are free in Hong Kong. VIP has no Hong Kong dollar price list, so you are shown the cost for your account before paying, and you are only charged for a plan you select. See what VIP and VIP Plus include.
Dating in Hong Kong: questions from expats
What is dating in Hong Kong like for expats?
Dating in Hong Kong for expats is busy but rewarding: long working weeks mean dates often happen in the evening or at weekends, over yum cha, on the waterfront or on a hiking trail.
Where do expats in Hong Kong live?
Expats in Hong Kong often live in Central and Mid-Levels, Tai Hang, on the south side of Hong Kong Island, in Discovery Bay or in Sai Kung. Your suggestions follow the distance you set.
Is ExpatSingles free in Hong Kong?
ExpatSingles is free in Hong Kong to sign up, browse suggestions, get verified and write a few messages daily. VIP is extra; its price for your account comes up at checkout, before any payment.
Can I date in Hong Kong in English?
You can date in Hong Kong in English: it is an official language and widely used in business and daily life. Cantonese is the usual spoken language for most residents.
How do I report a dating scam in Hong Kong?
To report a dating scam in Hong Kong, call the police Anti-Scam Helpline on 18222, or report it through the police e-Report Centre. In an emergency, call 999.
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