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Key Facts: HK Customs Inspector Part I Exam

90

Exam Questions

C&ED Recruitment Guidance

90 min

Time Limit

C&ED Recruitment Guidance

Free

Application Fee

HKSAR Civil Service

Cap. 342

C&ED Ordinance

Laws of Hong Kong

4 categories

NSL Offences

HKSAR National Security Law

20 Qs

BLNST Questions

HKSAR Civil Service Bureau

The HK Customs Inspector Written Examination Part I consists of 90 multiple-choice questions across English, Chinese, and Aptitude tests, with a 90-minute time limit. It is free to apply. Candidates must pass to advance to the essay papers (Part II) and physical fitness assessments. Essential preparation covers C&ED functions, core ordinances (Cap. 342, 60, 528, 362), Basic Law, National Security Law, logical deduction, and quantitative data sufficiency.

Sample HK Customs Inspector Part I Practice Questions

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1Under which ordinance is the Customs and Excise Service of Hong Kong established and its officers' powers and duties defined?
A.Customs and Excise Service Ordinance (Cap. 342)
B.Import and Export Ordinance (Cap. 60)
C.Trade Descriptions Ordinance (Cap. 362)
D.Dangerous Drugs Ordinance (Cap. 134)
Explanation: The Customs and Excise Service is established under the Customs and Excise Service Ordinance (Cap. 342) of the Laws of Hong Kong. This ordinance defines the organizational structure, officer ranks, powers, duties, and disciplinary regulations of the department. Other ordinances like Cap. 60 and Cap. 362 are enforced by C&ED but do not establish the service itself.
2Which of the following is the sole criminal enforcement agency in Hong Kong responsible for investigating copyright and trademark infringement?
A.Hong Kong Police Force
B.Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department (C&ED)
C.Intellectual Property Department (IPD)
D.Department of Justice (DoJ)
Explanation: The Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department (C&ED) is the sole criminal enforcement agency for intellectual property rights (IPR) protection in Hong Kong. Under the Copyright Ordinance (Cap. 528) and Trade Descriptions Ordinance (Cap. 362), C&ED is empowered to investigate copyright piracy and trademark counterfeiting. The Intellectual Property Department handles registry and policy, while the Department of Justice handles prosecutions.
3Under the Import and Export Ordinance (Cap. 60), which authority is responsible for issuing import and export licenses for strategic commodities, while C&ED enforces it?
A.Director-General of Trade and Industry
B.Commissioner of Customs and Excise
C.Secretary for Security
D.Financial Secretary
Explanation: Under the Import and Export Ordinance (Cap. 60), the Director-General of Trade and Industry is the licensing authority for the import and export of strategic commodities, pharmaceutical products, and other restricted items. C&ED performs the physical inspection, cargo clearance, and enforcement duties to ensure compliance with these licenses. The Commissioner of Customs and Excise is the head of C&ED but does not issue these trade licenses.
4The Trade Descriptions Ordinance (Cap. 362) was amended in 2012 to extend its consumer protection coverage. Which of the following is now covered under the ordinance?
A.False trade descriptions applied to services
B.Disputes regarding employment contracts
C.Financial product sales governed by the HKMA
D.Real estate purchase agreements in mainland China
Explanation: The Trade Descriptions (Unfair Trade Practices) (Amendment) Ordinance 2012 extended the scope of Cap. 362 from goods to also cover false trade descriptions and unfair trade practices applied to services. It prohibits practices such as misleading omissions, aggressive commercial practices, bait advertising, and bait-and-switch in service contracts. It does not apply to transactions regulated under separate financial regimes or employment disputes.
5Under the Trade Descriptions Ordinance (Cap. 362), what constitutes the offence of 'bait advertising'?
A.Advertising goods or services at a specified price without disclosing a limited supply, with no reasonable grounds to believe they can be supplied at that price
B.Using physical force or harassment to coerce a consumer into buying a service
C.Omitting material information that causes the average consumer to make an uninformed transactional decision
D.Applying a false or misleading description to goods regarding their origin or composition
Explanation: Bait advertising occurs under Cap. 362 when a trader advertises products or services at a specified price but fails to provide them in reasonable quantities or for a reasonable period, unless they disclose the limitations. This acts as 'bait' to lure consumers. Harassment represents aggressive commercial practices, omitting material information is a misleading omission, and applying false descriptions is a false trade description.
6According to the rank structure established under Cap. 342, which of the following ranks belongs to the 'Officer' grade (as opposed to 'Subordinate Officer' or 'Customs Officer' grades)?
A.Inspector of Customs and Excise
B.Chief Customs Officer
C.Senior Customs Officer
D.Customs Officer
Explanation: In the Hong Kong Customs and Excise Service, the rank of Inspector of Customs and Excise belongs to the Officer grade (which goes from Inspector up to Commissioner). Ranks such as Chief Customs Officer, Senior Customs Officer, and Customs Officer belong to the Subordinate Officer or Customs Officer grades. Officer grades are responsible for leadership, station management, and command operations.
7Under the Import and Export Ordinance (Cap. 60), a Customs officer may board and search a vessel, aircraft, or vehicle without a warrant under which of the following circumstances?
A.If the officer reasonably suspects that there is an article on board liable to seizure under the ordinance
B.Only after obtaining written permission from the owner of the vehicle or vessel
C.Only if the vehicle or vessel has crossed an international border within the past 2 hours
D.Under no circumstances; a warrant from a magistrate is always strictly required
Explanation: Section 20 of Cap. 60 empowers Customs officers to board and search any vessel, aircraft, or vehicle without a warrant if they reasonably suspect there is any article on board liable to seizure under the ordinance. This allows rapid action against smuggling activities. Warrants are generally required for entering domestic premises, but not for searching transient transport vessels or vehicles.
8Under the Copyright Ordinance (Cap. 528), what constitutes a criminal offence regarding parallel-imported copies of copyright works?
A.Dealing in parallel-imported copies (other than computer software) for commercial purposes within 15 months of its first publication anywhere in the world
B.Importing parallel-imported copies for personal, private, and non-commercial use at any time
C.Dealing in parallel-imported computer software within 2 years of its release
D.Selling parallel-imported goods after the copyright owner has issued a civil warning notice
Explanation: Under the Copyright Ordinance (Cap. 528), it is a criminal offence to import, sell, or distribute parallel-imported copies of copyright works (excluding computer software) for commercial purposes if they are dealt with within 15 months from the date the work was first published anywhere in the world. Personal imports for private use are generally exempt from criminal liability.
9Which of the following goods is subject to excise duty (dutiable goods) in Hong Kong under the Dutiable Commodities Ordinance (Cap. 109)?
A.Hydrocarbon oil
B.Imported electronic components
C.Luxury leather handbags
D.Unset diamonds and gold bullion
Explanation: Hong Kong is a free port and does not impose general tariffs. However, excise duty is charged on four types of goods under the Dutiable Commodities Ordinance (Cap. 109): liquors, tobacco, hydrocarbon oil, and methyl alcohol. Electronics, luxury goods, and precious metals are not subject to duty.
10Which of the following is NOT one of the core functions of the Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department?
A.Smuggling prevention and detection
B.Collection of duty on liquors, tobacco, and fuel
C.Registration and issuance of patents and trademarks
D.Intellectual property rights enforcement
Explanation: The registration and issuance of patents and trademarks is the responsibility of the Intellectual Property Department (IPD), not the C&ED. The C&ED is a law enforcement agency whose core functions include smuggling prevention, revenue collection on dutiable commodities, and criminal IPR enforcement.

About the HK Customs Inspector Part I Exam

The Customs Inspector Written Examination Part I is the initial screening test for candidates applying for the Inspector rank in the Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department. It consists of multiple-choice tests covering Chinese language, English language, and an Aptitude Test. This practice bank is designed to prepare candidates for the core topics including C&ED organizational structure, functions, key ordinances (Cap. 342, Cap. 60, Cap. 528, Cap. 362), the Basic Law, National Security Law, Logical Reasoning, and Data Sufficiency.

Assessment

90 multiple-choice questions (30 English, 30 Chinese, 30 Aptitude)

Time Limit

90 minutes (30 minutes per test, no breaks)

Passing Score

Rank-based selection (Pass/Fail)

Exam Fee

Free (Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department (C&ED))

HK Customs Inspector Part I Exam Content Outline

25%

General Knowledge

HKSAR constitutional structure, Basic Law, National Security Law, global trade issues, regional geography, and HK economic policies.

25%

Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department

C&ED roles, powers, ranks, and key ordinances (Customs & Excise Service Ordinance, Import & Export Ordinance, Copyright Ordinance, Trade Descriptions Ordinance).

25%

Logical Reasoning

Syllogisms, deductive logic puzzles, pattern recognition, series, direction sense, and spatial relations.

25%

Data Sufficiency

Quantitative and logical data sufficiency questions determining if statements (1) and/or (2) are sufficient to solve the problem.

How to Pass the HK Customs Inspector Part I Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Rank-based selection (Pass/Fail)
  • Assessment: 90 multiple-choice questions (30 English, 30 Chinese, 30 Aptitude)
  • Time limit: 90 minutes (30 minutes per test, no breaks)
  • Exam fee: Free

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

HK Customs Inspector Part I Study Tips from Top Performers

1Master the specific powers and ranks defined in the Customs and Excise Service Ordinance (Cap. 342).
2Understand the key sections of Cap. 60 (Import/Export licensing and clearance) and Cap. 362 (prohibited unfair trade practices).
3Memorize the four categories of national security offences under the National Security Law (NSL) and key articles of the Basic Law.
4Practice solving data sufficiency questions systematically, identifying the logical sufficiency of Statement 1, Statement 2, or both combined.
5Build speed for the Aptitude Test by practicing pattern recognition, numerical/letter series, and syllogisms under timed conditions.
6Stay updated on Hong Kong's major transport terminals, cross-boundary infrastructure (GBA, Shenzhen Bay Port), and trade statistics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the format of the Customs Inspector Written Examination Part I?

The official examination consists of three multiple-choice papers: English Language, Chinese Language, and Aptitude Test. Each paper contains 30 questions to be completed in 30 minutes, totaling 90 questions in 90 minutes. This practice portal covers the core knowledge areas (C&ED ordinances, general knowledge, logic, and data sufficiency) required to excel in the aptitude and general knowledge sections.

Is there any fee to take the HK Customs Inspector Written Exam?

No, the civil service recruitment exams in Hong Kong, including all written exams and physical fitness tests for the Inspector of Customs and Excise, are free of charge for qualified applicants.

What are the passing score requirements?

The department does not publish a fixed numerical passing score. Candidates are ranked based on their performance, and only the top-performing candidates who pass all components are invited to proceed to the Written Examination Part II (Essay writing) and the Physical Fitness Test.

What laws and ordinances are tested?

Candidates are expected to have a good understanding of C&ED's legal authority, including the Customs and Excise Service Ordinance (Cap. 342), the Import and Export Ordinance (Cap. 60), the Copyright Ordinance (Cap. 528), the Trade Descriptions Ordinance (Cap. 362), and the Dutiable Commodities Ordinance (Cap. 109).

What is the Basic Law and National Security Law Test (BLNST)?

The BLNST is a mandatory multiple-choice test consisting of 20 questions in 35 minutes. Candidates must answer at least 10 questions correctly to pass. This test is usually conducted on the same day as the written exams.