Hong Kong Visa & Immigration Topics

What does CIES mean extension of stay?

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CIES extension of stay: CIES stands for Capital Investment Entrant Scheme, which is a program that allows individuals to obtain residency in Hong Kong by making a substantial investment in the city. Extension of stay in this context refers to the process of extending the duration of an individual’s CIES visa. HERE ARE 7 MORE […]

What does Chinese spouse mean?

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Chinese spouse is a person who is married to a Chinese national, which may affect their visa eligibility and processes in Hong Kong. HERE ARE 7 MORE THINGS TO CONSIDER …

What does Chinese nationality mean?

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Chinese nationality refers to the legal status of being a citizen of the People’s Republic of China, which may affect visa eligibility and processes in Hong Kong. HERE ARE 7 MORE THINGS TO CONSIDER …

What does children born in Hong Kong mean?

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Children born in Hong Kong refers to individuals who were born in Hong Kong, regardless of their parents’ nationality or residency status. HERE ARE 7 MORE THINGS TO CONSIDER …

What does changing to working holiday visa mean?

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Changing to working holiday visa means transitioning from another visa category to a working holiday visa, which allows young people from certain countries to work and travel in Hong Kong for a limited period. HERE ARE 7 MORE THINGS TO CONSIDER …

What does changing to TTPS mean?

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Changing to TTPS means transitioning from another visa category to the Top Talent Pass Scheme, a visa category aimed at attracting well educated and high earning professionals to work or start businesses in Hong Kong. HERE ARE 7 MORE THINGS TO CONSIDER …

What does changing to training visa mean?

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Changing to training visa means transitioning from another visa category to a training visa, usually for the purpose of participating in a training program in Hong Kong. HERE ARE 7 MORE THINGS TO CONSIDER …

What does changing to TechTS mean?

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Changing to TechTS means transitioning from another visa category to the Technology Talent Admission Scheme (TechTAS) visa, aimed at attracting technology professionals. HERE ARE 7 MORE THINGS TO CONSIDER …

What does changing to student visa mean?

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Changing to student visa means transitioning from another visa category to a student visa, usually to pursue education at a Hong Kong institution approved by the Immigration Department for visa sponsorship purposes. HERE ARE 7 MORE THINGS TO CONSIDER …

What does changing to start-up visa mean?

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Changing to start-up visa means transitioning from another visa category to a start-up visa, typically for entrepreneurs who wish to establish a new business in Hong Kong supported by a government accredited organization. HERE ARE 7 MORE THINGS TO CONSIDER …