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What does one-man business mean?

December 14th, 2023

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One-man business is a business entity owned and operated by a single individual, often operating as a sole proprietorship. HERE ARE 7 MORE THINGS TO CONSIDER …

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What does non-permanent work mean?

December 14th, 2023

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Non-permanent work refers to temporary or short-term employment in Hong Kong, specifically under the working holiday visa. HERE ARE 7 MORE THINGS TO CONSIDER …

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What does no degree mean?

December 14th, 2023

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No degree means an individual does not hold a bachelor’s degree or higher qualification. HERE ARE 7 MORE THINGS TO CONSIDER …

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What does MPF mean?

December 14th, 2023

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MPF stands for Mandatory Provident Fund, which is a compulsory pension scheme in Hong Kong for employees and self-employed individuals. Employers and employees are required to contribute to the MPF to provide for the employees’ retirement. HERE ARE 7 MORE THINGS TO CONSIDER …

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What does mainland spouse mean?

December 14th, 2023

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Mainland spouse refers to a spouse who is a resident of Mainland China and not a resident of Hong Kong HERE ARE 7 MORE THINGS TO CONSIDER …

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What does lost job mean?

December 14th, 2023

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Lost job means that an individual has been employment-terminated or otherwise lost their job in Hong Kong, which impacts their employment visa status. HERE ARE 7 MORE THINGS TO CONSIDER …

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What does local recruitment exercise mean?

December 14th, 2023

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Local recruitment exercise refers to the requirement that employers must demonstrate they have made genuine efforts to hire local workers before they can sponsor a foreign national for an employment visa. This process is in place to ensure that Hong Kong residents have priority access to job opportunities, and that employers are not bypassing the […]

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What does just visiting mean?

December 14th, 2023

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Just visiting means travelling to Hong Kong for a short period as a tourist or visitor without the intention to work or reside long-term. HERE ARE 7 MORE THINGS TO CONSIDER …

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What does job hoppers mean?

December 14th, 2023

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Job hoppers are individuals who frequently change jobs and meet the ire of the Immigration Department for too-frequently using the change of employer service. HERE ARE 7 MORE THINGS TO CONSIDER …

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What does intercompany transferee mean?

December 14th, 2023

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Intercompany transferee is an employee transferred from a company’s overseas office to its Hong Kong branch, usually under an employment visa. HERE ARE 7 MORE THINGS TO CONSIDER …

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