US citizens traveling to Hong Kong are being warned that refusal to hand over passwords or access to their personal devices is now a criminal offense.
US tourists in Hong Kong must reveal their device passwords — or be arrested
Hong Kong authorities now require US tourists to surrender device passwords or risk arrest, classifying refusal as a criminal offense. This policy affects all US travelers carrying personal or work devices into Hong Kong, potentially exposing sensitive data to unauthorized access. Travelers must comply or face legal consequences, including detention.