Hong Kong Restaurants Halal Certification Funding Scheme

The Hong Kong Restaurants Halal Certification Funding Scheme, supported by the HKSAR Government, assists restaurants by subsidising Halal Certification Fees. This financial support encourages restaurants to pursue certification, ensuring compliance with Halal standards and facilitating the adoption of practices to offer trustworthy Halal dining options. By increasing the availability of Halal-certified restaurants, the Scheme enhances Hong Kong’s appeal to Muslim travellers, meeting their dietary requirements and fostering a welcoming environment. This enhances Hong Kong’s service standards as an international tourism destination, promoting the growth of Muslim-friendly tourism.

 

Scheme Highlights

Eligibility of Applicant

  • Must be a corporation incorporated or established under the laws of Hong Kong and holding a valid Business Registration Certificate; and

  • Holds a valid food business licence (full or provisional licence) of any one of the four categories (i.e. general restaurants, light refreshment restaurants, marine restaurants or factory canteens) issued by the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department (“FEHD”); and

  • Obtains Halal certification for the Applicant’s Restaurant from a recognised Certifying Body between 17 September 2025 and 31 December 2026.

Funding Amount

50% of the Halal Certification Fee, with a maximum reimbursement of HK$5,000.

Application Deadline

31 January 2027

 

Applicants wishing to apply for the Hong Kong Restaurants Halal Certification Funding Scheme, please refer to the application form and relevant documents below:

 

For enquiries, please contact us:
Telephone: +852 2807 6593
Email : halal@hktb.com