Hong Kong e-HKD (Digital Hong Kong Dollar)
Hong Kong Monetary Authority
Status
Architecture
Cross-Border Projects
mBridge
Role: participant
Capabilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Hong Kong have a CBDC?
Yes, Hong Kong is developing Hong Kong e-HKD (Digital Hong Kong Dollar), currently in pilot phase.
What is the status of Hong Kong's CBDC?
Hong Kong e-HKD (Digital Hong Kong Dollar) is in pilot phase as of 2026-02-10. The pilot program is actively testing with real users.
When did Hong Kong launch its CBDC pilot?
The pilot launched on 2022-11-01.
How many people use Hong Kong's CBDC?
User and wallet metrics are not publicly available at this time.
Is Hong Kong's CBDC retail or wholesale?
Hong Kong e-HKD (Digital Hong Kong Dollar) is a retail CBDC designed for public use in everyday transactions.
Which central bank manages Hong Kong e-HKD (Digital Hong Kong Dollar)?
Hong Kong e-HKD (Digital Hong Kong Dollar) is managed by Hong Kong Monetary Authority.
Recent Developments
e-HKD Pilot Programme Phase 2 completed October 2025. HKMA prioritizing wholesale CBDC over retail, with preparatory work continuing through H1 2026. Testing includes programmability, tokenized deposits, and atomic settlement.
Updated: 2/10/2026