Hong Kong Visa & Immigration Topics

What does roof-over-head-food-on-table mean?

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Roof-over-head-food-on-table describes the fundamental requirements of the dependant and prolonged visitor visa approvability test, assuming the relationship of the parties can be proven as genuine and not just contrived for visa purposes. HERE ARE 7 MORE THINGS TO CONSIDER …

What does right to land mean?

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Right to land is a legal status that allows a person to land in Hong Kong without an Immigration Officer being able to impose any condition on their ability to live work and remain permanently in Hong Kong. HERE ARE 7 MORE THINGS TO CONSIDER …

What does right of abode mean?

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Right of abode is the legal right to live and work indefinitely in Hong Kong without any visa restrictions, granted to permanent residents under the Basic Law of Hong Kong. HERE ARE 7 MORE THINGS TO CONSIDER …

What does rep office mean?

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Rep office stands for representative office, a type of business entity established by foreign companies in Hong Kong to conduct limited non-revenue generating activities. HERE ARE 7 MORE THINGS TO CONSIDER …

What does refused applicant case study mean?

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Refused applicant case study is an example or analysis of a specific visa application that was denied by the Hong Kong Immigration Department, illustrating the reasons for refusal and potential lessons for future applicants. HERE ARE 7 MORE THINGS TO CONSIDER …

What does refused applicant mean?

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Refused applicant is an individual whose visa application has been denied by the Immigration Department. HERE ARE 7 MORE THINGS TO CONSIDER …

What does red flag mean?

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Red flag refers to a warning sign or issue that raises concerns or suspicions about a visa application. It may indicate that an applicant is not meeting the necessary requirements, has provided false or misleading information, or has other factors that could lead to the denial of their application. While the specific red flags may […]

What does recent graduate mean?

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Recent graduate is an individual who has recently completed their studies and may be seeking employment or further education opportunities. HERE ARE 7 MORE THINGS TO CONSIDER …

What does QR code Approval Letter mean?

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QR code Approval Letter is the document issued by the Hong Kong Immigration Department to record the fact of approved visa status, type of visa and limit of stay; it replaced the previous visa label endorsed inside a passport or exit-entry permit travel document. HERE ARE 7 MORE THINGS TO CONSIDER …

What does QMAS extension of stay mean?

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QMAS extension of stay is the process of extending the validity of a Quality Migrant Admission Scheme (QMAS) visa in Hong Kong. HERE ARE 7 MORE THINGS TO CONSIDER …