Hong Kong Warns Hong Kong Disneyland Visitors Against Illegal Photography Services
Officials caution that hiring unapproved photographers could expose customers to prosecution under immigration law.
Overview
- Immigration authorities said eight mainland workers were arrested in September for offering paid photography and makeup services in the park, with seven charged and five given two-month prison sentences.
- Deputy task force commander Qin Xudong warned that both the worker and the paying customer may face legal action if a non-local resident is employed.
- Hong Kong Disneyland’s rules forbid any unapproved commercial activity, including photography services, inside the park.
- Reports cited social posts on Xiaohongshu advertising sessions priced roughly HK$300 to HK$2,000, with activity persisting during seasonal events such as Halloween.
- For a compliant option, Disney promotes its PhotoPass service, with a PhotoPass+ one-day unlimited digital download package priced at HK$398.