Rules & Regulations
Hong Kong Residence by Investment

Application Process

• Submitting an Application

  Applications for Hong Kong residence by investment must be submitted to the Hong Kong Immigration Department, along with all relevant forms and supporting documents. The application process depends on the specific program chosen, such as the Quality Migrant Admission Scheme (QMAS), Top Talent Pass Scheme (TTPS), General Employment Policy (GEP), Investment as Entrepreneurs, or the Capital Investment Entrant Scheme (CIES).

• Background and Financial Checks

  Applicants under the various residence by investment schemes must meet specific financial and background checks. This includes proving the source of funds, demonstrating relevant work experience, and meeting investment requirements (e.g., HKD 30 million for the CIES program). For the CIES program, applicants must maintain their investment for at least seven years and prove that they have held assets of at least HKD 30 million for two years prior to application.

• Issuance of Residence Permit

  Upon approval, applicants are granted a limited extended stay of 24 months under the chosen residence scheme. The stay can be renewed provided the applicant continues to meet all eligibility criteria, including maintaining the required investments and fulfilling any employment or business obligations. Family members, such as spouses and dependent children, can be included in the application and will receive residence permits under the same conditions as the main applicant.

• Renewals and Permanent Residency

  Residence permits are renewable, provided the applicant maintains their investment or continues to meet the employment or business conditions outlined in their chosen program. Renewals are typically granted for an additional period of 24 months. Applicants may apply for permanent residency after several years of continuous residence in Hong Kong, depending on the specific conditions of the program they applied under.

• Citizenship Eligibility

  Hong Kong does not offer citizenship through investment programs directly. However, after a period of permanent residence, applicants may apply for naturalization as Chinese nationals, subject to the specific regulations of the People’s Republic of China and the HKSAR