It will be the first time since the 2008–09 edition that lower divisions teams are involved in the competition.
The involvement of clubs from lower divisions means that the competition starts with a number of preliminary rounds.
The 4 teams that reach preliminary semi-finals are qualified for the First Round proper of the 2013–14 Hong Kong FA Cup.
Note: 1 4 teams that reach preliminary semi-finals are qualified for the proper round of the cup.
It is noted that these 4 teams have been qualified for the 2013–14 Hong Kong FA Cup main round.