CPD Programme for Solicitors & Others

Profectional Business Immigration To Hong Kong – 2023 – Resources For Delegates

October 31, 2023   October 25, 2023 Policy Adjustments October 31, 2023 Presentation Slides Business Immigration To Hong Kong CPD Programme Actionable Content Links   1 – Visitor Visa – 2023 2 – Visitor Visa Extension – 2023 3 – Travel Pass – 2023 4 – Indian Nationals PAR 2023 5A – Employment Visa -Entry […]

The Visitor Visa

Schooling the Lawyers – The Visitor Visa The detailed explanation of visitor visas in Hong Kong is provided for foreign nationals who need to secure visas upon arrival or wish to stay longer than the airport’s allotted time. The permissible activities for visitors, such as attending trade fairs and conferences, are outlined. It is highlighted […]

Extending A Visitor Visa

Schooling the Lawyers – Extending A Visitor Visa The process of applying for an extension to a visitor visa in Hong Kong is explained, emphasizing that the Immigration Department assesses the reasons for the extension request and the visitor’s bona fide status. Strategic thinking about the stay duration and providing a departure date after the […]

The Travel Pass Super-charged Visitor Visa

Schooling the Lawyers – The Travel Pass Super-charged Visitor Visa The “supercharged visitor visa” or Hong Kong Travel Pass is discussed, available to frequent visitors with genuine business reasons for coming to Hong Kong. Qualification criteria, benefits like two-month stays with unlimited entries, and faster airport processing are explained. However, the Travel Pass does not […]

Pre-Arrival Registration

Schooling the Lawyers – Pre-Arrival Registration The special visitor visa protocol for Indian nationals, designed to prevent overstays and illegal work in Hong Kong, is outlined. Indian nationals must complete a pre-arrival registration or apply for an entry visa, allowing background checks and risk assessments by immigration authorities. The process can be unpredictable, and early […]

Employment Visa

Schooling the Lawyers – Employment Visa A guide to obtaining a Hong Kong employment visa under the general employment policy is presented, highlighting the need to demonstrate unique skills and experience. The Talent List’s role in exempting certain jobs from local testing is explained, alongside professional criteria like degree and experience requirements. The video further […]

Admission of Mainland Talents & Professionals Visa

Schooling the Lawyers – Admission of Mainland Talents & Professionals Visa Explore the Admission Scheme for Mainland Talents and Professionals (ASMTP) in Hong Kong, a strategic initiative designed for mainland Chinese residents with unique skills contributing to Hong Kong’s economy. This scheme simplifies the process for skilled professionals in fields like economics, culture, sports, and […]

Training Visa

Schooling the Lawyers – Training Visa Dive into the specifics of Hong Kong’s training visa under the general employment policy, designed for individuals looking to acquire skills and experience unique to Hong Kong. This video explains the training visa’s purpose, the requirements for a detailed training plan, the typical six-month duration that can extend to […]

Non-local Graduates (IANG) Visa

Schooling the Lawyers – Non-local Graduates (IANG) Visa Explore the Immigration Arrangements for Non-Local Graduates (IANG) in Hong Kong, a policy that allows foreign graduates from local tertiary institutions to integrate into the workforce. Established since 2003, this visa type offers a pathway for students to transition into employment post-graduation without the standard requirement of […]

Business Investment (Entrepreneur) Visa

Schooling the Lawyers – Business Investment (Entrepreneur) Visa Discover the intricacies of the Entrepreneur Visa in Hong Kong, a unique visa designed for those aiming to establish or join a business. This visa type encompasses both standalone entrepreneurs and supported startups, with the main objective of contributing substantially to the local economy. Applicants can be […]

Capital Investment Entrant Scheme (CIES)

Schooling the Lawyers – Capital Investment Entrant Scheme (CIES) Get insights into the anticipated revival of Hong Kong’s Capital Investment Entrance Scheme, initially mirrored from its previous version, with the updated investment threshold set at 30 million HKD. Real estate investments are excluded, with details on qualifying classes still pending. This scheme historically favored mainland […]

Quality Migrant Admission Scheme (QMAS)

Schooling the Lawyers – Quality Migrant Admission Scheme (QMAS) Gain insights into Hong Kong’s selective immigration strategies with the Quality Migrant Admission Scheme and the Top Talent Pass, designed to attract distinguished talents to contribute to the region’s development. While the former offers a pathway without employer sponsorship based on a point system, the latter […]

Top Talent Pass

Schooling the Lawyers – Top Talent Pass Explore the Top Talent Pass, Hong Kong’s newest initiative aimed at drawing exceptional global talent to its workforce. With 160,000 applications and 100,000 approvals, this program simplifies the qualification process for those who fit the bill. Applicants can qualify by proving an annual income of at least two […]

Dependant Visa

Schooling the Lawyers – Dependant Visa Learn about the dependent visa in Hong Kong, which allows accompanying spouses, civil partners, and children under 18 to join their family members who are residents in Hong Kong. The visa process requires proof of a genuine relationship and financial stability, where the sponsor must demonstrate the ability to […]

Defacto Spouse Visa

Schooling the Lawyers – Defacto Spouse Visa Explore the option of a prolonged visitor visa in Hong Kong for de facto spouses and life partners not bound by legal marriage or civil partnership. This visa keeps non-traditional families together by granting a six-month stay, although it does not provide an ID card or residence status. […]

Supplementary Labour Scheme

Schooling the Lawyers – Supplementary Labour Scheme Discover the expanded opportunities for employers to address labor shortages in Hong Kong through the Supplementary Labour Scheme. This scheme, primarily managed by the Labor Department with visa facilitation by the Immigration Department, allows for the importation of non-professional workers at a technician level or below. Employers can […]

Technology Talent Admission Scheme (TechTAS)

Schooling the Lawyers – Technology Talent Admission Scheme (TechTAS) The Technology Talents Admission Scheme, while established, has seen minimal uptake due to its complexity and the onerous requirements on companies and applicants. It aims to attract technology professionals to Hong Kong through a quota system managed by the Innovation and Technology Commission. Participating companies must […]

Working Holiday Visa

Schooling the Lawyers – Working Holiday Visa The Working Holiday Visa in Hong Kong serves as a potential stepping stone to full employment visas, especially for professionals eligible for such status. While the visa itself is not meant for establishing permanent employment or business, it has been used by some to build sizable businesses and […]

Right of Abode in Hong Kong

Schooling the Lawyers – Right of Abode in Hong Kong Discover the essentials of securing a Permanent Identity Card in Hong Kong, the endgame for long-term foreign residents. This summary unpacks the process of claiming the Right of Abode after seven years of continuous residence, as dictated by the back-to-back visa statuses and your settled […]

Unconditional Stay

Schooling the Lawyers – Unconditional Stay Learn about the option of obtaining Unconditional Stay in Hong Kong for those who have not taken Hong Kong as their sole permanent residence but have maintained seven years of continuous ordinary residence. Understand the nuances of applying for this status, the importance of holding a residence visa throughout […]

Refusals

Schooling the Lawyers – Refusals Facing a visa denial in Hong Kong can be addressed through two avenues: reconsideration and appeal. The reconsideration process involves the Immigration Department reviewing the decision when substantial new information or significant changes to circumstances are presented. It’s vital to gather decision minutes under the data access rules to understand […]

Final Appeal

Schooling the Lawyers – Final Appeal When visa reconsideration in Hong Kong fails, individuals can apply for a review under Section 53 or seek direct intervention by the Chief Executive, both requiring solid grounds of public interest. Section 53 reviews are lengthy, taking 12-18 months, and often lose traction due to time. Direct appeal to […]

Admission Scheme for 2nd Generation of Hong Kong Chinese Permanent Residents (ASSG)

Schooling the Lawyers – Admission Scheme for 2nd Generation of Hong Kong Chinese Permanent Residents (ASSG) Explore the Admission Scheme for the Second Generation of Chinese Hong Kong Permanent Residents, tailored for individuals aged 18-40 who were born outside Hong Kong to a parent who is a Chinese national and a Hong Kong Permanent Resident. […]