Hong Kong Immigration

Getting to know the customer’s background and needs is the first and important step in our work, which means that we can make accurate judgments through listening and analysis to enhance the successful rate of customer applications and to secure the best investment opportunity.

Top Talent Pass Scheme

The Top Talent Pass Scheme aims to attract high-end talents with extensive work experience ad high academic qualifications from all over the world for their development in Hong Kong.. These include high-income individual with an annual income reaching HK$2.5 million or above and degree graduates from eligible universities (list of eligible universities link). Depending on the application status, if the relevant conditions are met and the all required application information is furnished, the applicant can obtain an entry approval in a matter of days to weeks, This is currently a relatively fast program to obtain a visa and residence status in Hong Kong.

New Capital Investment Entrant Scheme

The New Capital Investment Entrant Scheme was launched on 1 March 2024,. The Scheme aims to attract high-net-worth individuals to settle in Hong Kong and boarden the talent pool for the economic development in the territory. Coupled with the well establishment regulations as the asset and wealth management hub and an extensive investment portfolio, the Scheme offers good entry for applicants who are interested to reside in Hong Kong.

Applicants who are over 18 years old and have obtained a permanent resident status in a foreign country can submit an application to the Immigration Department. At the time of application, applicants are required to submit relevant proof that they have absolute beneficial ownership of net assets of no less than HKD30 million or equivalent for 24 consecutive months before lodging the application. Within the specified time limit, the applicant needs to invest a total of HK$30 million in permissible investment assets, including at least HK$27 million in financial assets such as stocks and bonds, non-residential real estate etc, while another HK$3 million in CIES Investment Portfolio which will be set up and managed by the Hong Kong Investment Corporation Limited in view to supporting the development of innovation and technology industries and others strategic industries. The applicants will be granted with Hong Kong residence visa to reside in Hong Kong upon the completion of the required investment.

General Employment Policy (GEP)

Overseas Chinese nationals holding People’s Republic of China passports who has permanent residence overseas, and has been residing overseas for at least one year immediately before the submission of application can submit the application overseas. If the applicant possesses special skills, knowledge or experience of value to and not readily available in Hong Kong, they may apply to come to work under the GEP. The GEP is quota-free and non-sector specific. The applicant with a good education background, normally a first degree in the relevant field, but in special circumstances, good technical qualifications, proven professional abilities and/or relevant experience and achievements supported by documentary evidence are welcomed. In the meantime, the applicant must have a confirmed employment offer which is relevant to his academic qualifications or work experience that cannot be readily taken up by the local work force. The remuneration package including income, accommodation, medical and other fringe benefits should broadly commensurate with the prevailing market level for professionals in Hong Kong.

Admission Scheme for Mainland Talents and Professionals (ASMTP)

Chinese residents of the Mainland China who possess special skills, knowledge or experience of value to and not readily available in Hong Kong may apply to come to work under the ASMTP. The ASMTP is quota-free and non-sector specific. The applicant with good education background, normally a first degree in the relevant field, but in special circumstances, good technical qualifications, proven professional abilities and/or relevant experience and achievements supported by documentary evidence may be accepted. In the meantime, the applicant must have a confirmed employment offer which is relevant to his academic qualifications or work experience that cannot be readily taken up by the local work force. The remuneration package including income, accommodation, medical and other fringe benefits should broadly commensurate with the prevailing market level for professionals in Hong Kong.

Investment as Entrepreneurs (EEEN)

Overseas Chinese nationals holding People’s Republic of China passports who has permanent residence overseas, and has been residing overseas for at least one year immediately before the submission of application, can submit the application overseas. This scheme sets for people who wish to enter/stay in Hong Kong for investment as entrepreneurs under the General Employment Policy (GEP), i.e. to establish or join in business in Hong Kong. The applicant should have a good education background, normally a first degree in the relevant field, but in special circumstances, good technical qualifications, proven professional abilities and/or relevant experience and achievements supported by documentary evidence may also be accepted. The applicant should also in a position to make substantial contribution to the economy of Hong Kong, including but not limited to business plan, business turnover, financial resources, investment sum, number of jobs created locally and introduction of new technology or skills. The applicant who wishes to establish or join in a start-up business may also submit an application.

Quality Migrant Admission Scheme (QMAS)

The Scheme is a quota-based entrant scheme. It seeks to attract highly skilled or talented people to settle in Hong Kong in order to enhance Hong Kong’s economic competitiveness. Successful applicants are not required to have secured an offer of local employment before their entry to Hong Kong for settlement. All applicants are required to fulfill a set of prerequisites before they can be awarded points under the points-based tests, namely the General Points Test and Achievement-based Points Test, and compete for quota allocation with other applicants. Successful applicants under the Scheme may bring their spouse and unmarried dependent children under the age of 18 to Hong Kong provided that they are capable of supporting and accommodating their dependents on their own financial resources without relying on public assistance in Hong Kong.

Other Visas

  1. Dependents Visa
    When the main applicant has successfully been granted with entry visa, their dependents are eligible for applying for dependent visas to enter Hong Kong.
  2. All kinds of Extension Applications
    Before the expiration of visa, extension application is necessary to be submitted. We will remind you the visa renewal and assist in the visa renewal application.

Verification of Eligibility for Hong Kong Permanent Identity Card

Under the Immigration Ordinance, you are eligible to enjoy the right of abode in Hong Kong under certain circumstances. The Immigration Department would consider the application of Hong Kong permanent residence verification if the applicant has held a valid visa and ordinarily resided in Hong Kong for not less than 7 consecutive years. Connexions will facilitate your application effectively in order to secure a verification.

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