Clients often have many questions when inquiring about the Hong Kong Quality Migrant Admission Scheme (QMAS). Today, the editors at WorldWay will answer some of the most frequently asked questions regarding the 2020 Hong Kong QMAS.
Yes, but the Immigration Department will require the degree to be submitted to the Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications for assessment to determine if it meets the level of a Hong Kong bachelor's degree, which takes approximately 2-4 weeks.
Not difficult. The threshold for the Hong Kong QMAS is not high, and the average person can reach the 80-point eligibility requirement for submission. Due to the low threshold and zero investment requirement, the Hong Kong talent scheme has always been popular among applicants, with a large number of applicants every year. Among the many eligible immigration applicants, those who can create value for Hong Kong are more favored by the Hong Kong Immigration Department.
1. The HKSAR passport allows visa-free access to over 150 countries and regions;
2. No need to secure a local job offer before settling in Hong Kong, and no investment required;
3. More international job opportunities and greater room for development.
4. Unmarried dependent children under 18 and spouses can be brought to Hong Kong;
5. Children born in Hong Kong can obtain an HKSAR passport, with no birth restrictions;
6. Fast application process; you can settle in Hong Kong within 6-10 months.
If an applicant's score reaches 80 points, they can enter the review stage of the Advisory Committee. The Advisory Committee does not evaluate applicants based on scores, but rather assesses their educational background, professional achievements, professional experience, international vision, and future plans for Hong Kong—especially how the applicant's professional knowledge can contribute to Hong Kong's social situation and long-term socio-economic needs—before deciding whether to grant the applicant a talent visa.
Yes. Only after converting to permanent residency after seven years do you need to choose whether to cancel your mainland Hukou. If you do not apply for a Hong Kong passport, you can retain your mainland Hukou simultaneously. You can hold both mainland resident and Hong Kong resident statuses.
According to the Hong Kong Immigration Department, unmarried children under the age of 18 can settle in Hong Kong as dependents along with their spouse, and children can receive local education.
Yes. When submitting an application, you must provide proof of assets. At least 100,000 HKD in asset proof for a single applicant, and over 200,000 HKD for a family. This proof does not require documentation of the source of funds.
As mentioned above, the Hong Kong QMAS does not require investment, and the threshold for talent introduction is not high. As long as you meet the requirements for finances, education level, and assets, and pass the points-based test, you can immigrate to Hong Kong. If you are unfamiliar with the scoring criteria for the Hong Kong QMAS, please contact WorldWay to help you with an accurate assessment and to keep you informed of the latest Hong Kong QMAS policies.