Those visiting the United Kingdom for more than six months will need to apply for a visa instead, the country's government says.

Hongkongers who plan to visit or transit through the UK will need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) from Wednesday. Passport holders from 54 countries and territories – including Hong Kong, Macau,

It applies to travelers from non-European countries.

Travelers from many countries will soon need to apply for digital authorization in order to visit or transit through the United Kingdom.