How much is an octopus card?

Octopus Card Pricing

Octopus cards are a convenient and popular way to pay for transportation and other services in Hong Kong. The cards are reloadable and can be used on public transportation, at convenience stores, and at many other businesses.

Refundable Deposit

All Octopus cards require a HK$50 refundable deposit. This deposit is returned to you when you return the card to an authorized service center.

Pre-loaded Value

Adult Octopus cards come pre-loaded with HK$150. Child, Elder, and Personalized Octopus cards come pre-loaded with HK$50 and HK$130, respectively.

Additional Value

You can add additional value to your Octopus card at any Octopus Add Value Machine or at authorized service centers. You can add as much value as you want, up to a maximum of HK$10,000.

Card Fees

There is no monthly fee for using an Octopus card. However, there is a HK$10 replacement fee if you lose your card.

Benefits of Using an Octopus Card

There are many benefits to using an Octopus card, including:

• Convenience: Octopus cards can be used to pay for transportation, at convenience stores, and at many other businesses.
• Speed: Octopus cards are a quick and easy way to pay for goods and services.
• Security: Octopus cards are protected by a PIN number, so you can be sure that your money is safe.
• Discounts: Octopus cards offer discounts on transportation and at many other businesses.

How to Get an Octopus Card

You can get an Octopus card at any MTR station, convenience store, or authorized service center. You will need to pay a HK$50 refundable deposit when you get your card.

Using Your Octopus Card

To use your Octopus card, simply tap it on the card reader at the payment terminal. The amount of your purchase will be deducted from your card balance.