ALL Exhibitors, regardless of display items, must complete the online Audience Participation Safety Form by 1 May 2026.
Permit Requirement for Audience Participation / Amusement Rides
All exhibitors that any exhibit involving Audience Participation and or Amusement Rides is subject to additional regulatory requirements in Hong Kong.
In addition to completing the IAAPA Audience Participation Safety Form, exhibitors must also apply for a Permit to Use and Operate an Amusement Ride from the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department (EMSD).
The EMSD website provides detailed guidance, application instructions, and the required application forms, which can be downloaded directly from the site:
EMSD : How to Apply for Permit to Use and Operate Amusement Ride (631)
EMSD : How to Apply for Permit to Use and Operate Kiddie Ride (632)
EMSD : How to Apply for Approval as Competent Person (634)
EMSD: List of Surveyors and QPs
Once the application form is completed, exhibitors are required to submit the application together with all supporting documents through one of the following methods:
- In person submission
- Submission by mail to the General Legislation Division of EMSD
- Electronic submission via the EMSD online platform:
Please note that obtaining the necessary permit approval from EMSD is the responsibility of the exhibitor. Exhibits involving audience participation or amusement rides will not be permitted to operate on site without the required approvals in place.
Audience Participation Definition: A product or device that moves a participant through a fixed course. Coin-op products are exempt.







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