Hong Kong Child Car Seat Officially Legislated
Hong Kong Car Seat Legislation Enforced (Child Restraint System / Car Seat)
Effective Date: November 1, 2025
*Latest update: July 23, 2025
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The Hong Kong government confirmed the relevant amendments to the "Road Traffic Safety Equipment Regulations 2024" in Legal Notice No. 179 of 2024. There are three main points:
- The regulations apply to all private cars (🚗 including Uber private cars).
- Children under 8 years old or shorter than 135 cm must use an approved child safety seat (Car Seat).
- A fixed penalty notice of HK$230 will be issued to drivers who violate the regulations. Without reasonable explanation or in emergency situations, the maximum fine can be up to HK$2000.
🌈 For new parents, these regulations can be understood as follows:
👶 Newborns: When a baby is discharged from the hospital for the first time, ❌they cannot be held in arms in a private car❌. A Group 0/0+ infant carrier or a 360-degree car seat must be used.
🍼 Babies aged 0-3 years: Use a Group 0+/1 car seat (suitable for 0-4 years). A 360-degree car seat is recommended for easier entry and exit.
👦 Children aged 3 years or older: Use a Group 2/3 car seat (suitable for 3-12 years). It must have a backrest and side impact protection, and be equipped with a child's footrest to enhance comfort and safety.
Regarding car seat specifications, the amended regulations include the following standards:
- British Standard BS 3254: 1960 or BS 3254: 1991;
- Economic Commission for Europe (ECE) Standards ECE R16, R44 and R129;
- Australian Standard AS 1754-1995;
- New Zealand Standard NZS 5411;
- US Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard FMVSS213;
- Japanese Industrial Standard JIS D0401: 1990 or JIS D0401: 1996;
- National Standard of the People's Republic of China GB 27887-2011.
In addition, the Government News website mentions that "in addition to traditional child safety seats, there are also portable child safety devices available on the market such as seat belt adjusters, wearable safety vests, and foldable toddler booster seats. These devices can effectively protect young passengers in traffic accidents and significantly reduce the risk of death or serious injury." You can purchase these portable safety devices at RB:
- Seat belt adjusters
- Wearable safety vests
- Foldable toddler booster seats
❤ RB primarily sells car seats from European, American, and Japanese brands that meet the highest safety standards, and comply with the Car Seat legislation effective November 1, 2025.
🔍 There are many choices for car seats, and we have different recommendations based on various brands and models. If new parents have any questions about car seats, feel free to contact us for the most suitable advice and solutions!
