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The main types of employment visas available in Hong Kong are:
You can find out more about these types of visas on the website of the Immigration Department of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR).
The GEP visa is open to all foreign nationals who meet the minimum qualifications and requirements, which we’ll go over in more detail below. The ASMTP visa, on the other hand, is specifically designed for Mainland Chinese talents and professionals who meet certain criteria.
No matter which type of work visa you’re applying for, there are certain required documents that you’ll need to submit as part of your application. These include:
Employees based outside of Hong Kong will need to apply for a GEP visa, following the procedure outlined above.
The work visa process when the employee is based inside of Hong Kong is slightly different. The employer must first submit an application to the Hong Kong Immigration Department, providing evidence of the candidate’s skills and qualifications. If the application is successful, the candidate will be issued with a work visa, which will allow them to live and work in Hong Kong for up to three years. The whole process can take several months, so it is important for employers to start the process as early as possible.
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Yes, Hong Kong work visa holders can apply to bring their spouse and dependent children under the age of 18 with them to Hong Kong.
The processing time for work visa applications is typically 2-3 months.
Most Hong Kong work permit visas are only initially valid for one year.
No, a global employer of record cannot provide a work visa in Hong Kong. The employer must be based in Hong Kong and they must submit the application to the Hong Kong Immigration Department.
