Thanks for reverting. I don't see Shanghai or Tokyo either in the options (just California, NY, London, Paris, New Delhi, and Dubai). But the HBS Director says it doesn't matter whether the interview is done via skype or in-person. So I'm still considering whether to take them on face value of that statement..
And congratulations on your admit!
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Hi, I am a R1 candidate from Singapore.
As far as I know HBS could conduct skype interview for those who cannot travel - e.g. military etc.
In my opinion, it is better to interview in person. Most of the candidates from Singapore (and South East Asia, Korea) fly to Shanghai or Tokyo for the interview.