Hong Kong Visa Services

Primasia’s Hong Kong Corporate Services has all you need in terms of comprehensive services for obtaining a visa to Hong Kong according to the immigration requirements and the HKSAR regulations. Our qualified specialists provide guidance regarding the seven talent admission schemes of Hong Kong and will help you receive your visa promptly and efficiently.

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Hong Kong Visa Requirements Information

There are a number of visa types in Hong Kong depending on the purpose of visiting. Hong Kong Immigration Department is responsible for processing seven main talent admission schemes of Hong Kong, targeted at attracting skilled professionals and investors:

  • Top Talent Pass Scheme (TTPS) – the Top Talent Pass Scheme is for Hong Kong high-income earners and graduates of globally ranked universities
  • General Employment Policy (GEP) – work visa applications for professionals and entrepreneurs
  • Admission Scheme for Mainland Talents and Professionals (ASMTP) – for mainland China professionals with specialist skills
  • Immigration Arrangements for Non-local Graduates (IANG) – for graduates of Hong Kong institutions
  • Quality Migrant Admission Scheme (QMAS) – points-based and achievement-based immigration
  • Technology Talent Admission Scheme (TechTAS) – fast-track for R&D technology positions
  • Admission Scheme for Second-Generation of Chinese Hong Kong Permanent Residents (ASSG) – for second-generation emigrants returning to Hong Kong

Visa free entry into Hong Kong is allowed to about 170 countries, including those with visa free period ranging from 7 to 180 days depending on nationality. British citizens are allowed to visit Hong Kong without a valid visa for long periods of time, while Indian nationals should undergo pre arrival registration before entering Hong Kong. Taiwanese nationals can visit Hong Kong visa-free for 30 days, and the holders of APEC Business Travel Cards can visit Hong Kong visa-free for 60 days. Chinese nationals should obtain a Two-way Permit for visits to Hong Kong.

A visa application must be submitted to the Immigration Department, and the application for a Hong Kong visa usually involves a valid passport having enough blank pages and validity of at least six months. Short-term visitors are generally not allowed to work or study in Hong Kong – they are not entitled to change their immigration status upon arrival in case of lacking a special entry permit or scheme. Kosovo passport holders are denied entry to Hong Kong.

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Benefits of Hong Kong Visa

  • An entrance to the Asian finance hub having direct connections with Mainland China and Macau Special Administrative Region and providing extensive investment opportunities in Hong Kong and Hong Kong residence by investment options
  • Zero foreign exchange controls and low taxes for residents, thus making Hong Kong an excellent place for international professionals and investors
  • State-of-the-art infrastructure, healthcare and education systems for a high living standard of the visa holders and their family members, which also supports sophisticated fund administration services in Hong Kong
  • Entrance to the Belt and Road Initiative projects and Greater Bay Area development within the People’s Republic
  • Multilingual environment where English, along with Cantonese, is an official language, thus welcoming foreign nationals from other countries
  • A chance to get permanent residency after seven years of continuous ordinary residence, thus getting the Right of Abode in the Hong Kong SAR
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Obtain Hong Kong Visa Services with Primasia

Your choice of the right Hong Kong visa consultant influences the speed and probability of receiving your visa successfully, especially when working with a licensed trust or company service provider. The Immigration Department of the HKSAR has very strict eligibility criteria in each of the specified schemes, thus lacking supporting documents or proper positioning may cost you extra time and efforts or even rejection.

Primasia makes sure your application meets all the requirements of the Immigration Department with proper positioning and accurate documentation. Our specialists are experienced in supporting Hong Kong visa applicants from different professional fields and qualification levels, starting with the high-earning executives applying under TTPS Category A and ending with the recent graduates applying for IANG permits and entrepreneurs who need business visa application.

Whatever visa type you will need – the Top Talent Pass, employment visa, investment scheme or a student visa – we will provide you with a proper assistance individually. The financial proof is obligatory when applying for a Hong Kong visa, thus our specialists make sure you have the sufficient funds and documentation meeting the Immigration Department requirements.

Contact our specialists today and find out how we can help you in obtaining the visa to Hong Kong – the prime business destination in Asia.

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Why Choose the Hong Kong Visa Specialists at Primasia?

  • Local experts in Hong Kong SAR Government Immigration Department procedures and the latest policy updates, including the two-tiered fee structure starting since February 2025
  • Professional, multilingual team with vast experience in Hong Kong visa applications for all seven talent admission schemes
  • Comprehensive assistance starting with the initial assessment until visa receipt, including the assistance with notification slips and other travel documents
  • End-to-end assistance including company setup, banking and compliance for employment visa and entrepreneur applicants, supported by technology-driven corporate services in Asia
  • Very high success rates in all visa categories, including difficult cases – we will help you avoid the common mistakes that cause rejection
  • Transparent pricing with no hidden fees and the regular updates on the current application status

Our Hong Kong Visa Services

We provide complete visa application assistance for all Hong Kong talent admission schemes and visa categories, including specialized support for Hong Kong working and investment visas. Our comprehensive guidance starts with the initial eligibility assessment using the Immigration Department’s official criteria and the latest policy updates to increase your chance to get your visa and choose the optimal scheme.

Employment & Talent Visas

  • Top Talent Pass Scheme (TTPS) applications for high-income earners (assessable income ≥ HK$2.5 million) and graduates of the newly extended list of approximately 200 eligible universities. The Category A applicants will get the initial stay of 36 months, while Categories B and C applicants will get 24 months. Category C applicants face the annual quota of approximately 10,000 places.
  • General Employment Policy (GEP) work visa applications for professionals having a confirmed job offer and entrepreneurs. Hong Kong employment visas are valid for 2 years. There is no fixed capital requirement for entrepreneurs applying under GEP, however, it is important to have a good business plan and prove financial standing. The employer must show that the position requires skills that cannot be found from imported workers in the local labour market.
  • Admission Scheme for Mainland Talents and Professionals (ASMTP) for mainland residents and Chinese residents with specialist qualifications required in Hong Kong
  • Technology Talent Admission Scheme (TechTAS) for the fast-track application for R&D positions at companies holding approved quotas and for technology professionals from any foreign country

Investment & Business Visas

  • Quality Migrant Admission Scheme (QMAS) applications for both points-based (General Points Test with 12 criteria) and achievement-based categories. You must prove that you have enough funds to support yourself and dependants without relying on public funds. The nationals of Afghanistan, Cuba and Democratic Republic of Korea (DPRK) are not eligible.
  • Investment visa applications linked to the company incorporation and business setup, including assistance with the preparation of application forms, business plans and financial projections
  • Entrepreneur visa applications including the assistance in business plan development, financial standing proof and coordination with the local sponsor when needed
  • Director visa applications for the company directors, shareholders and non permanent residents setting up their business in Hong Kong, including the assistance in attending trade fairs and business meetings

Study & Graduate Visas

  • Immigration Arrangements for Non-local Graduates (IANG) applications for the recent graduates of the programmes provided by Hong Kong accredited educational institutions. The student visas give foreign nationals the possibility to study in Hong Kong, and as of 1 January 2026 the initial stay of IANG will be uniformly 24 months for recent graduates irrespective of the level of their degree. In 2024 there were about 26,973 new IANG applications made, and 25,475 of them got approved, and 6,985 extension applications, among which 6,592 were approved.
  • Student visa applications for the recognized educational institutions of Hong Kong SAR. Tourist visas for 14 days stay are offered to those who wish to visit Hong Kong initially, however, the student visa holders can have a longer-term resident status.
  • Visa extension services for the graduates moving to employment, including the assistance in the six-month period after graduation during which a job offer is not required under IANG
  • Dependant student visa applications, including the documentation preparation for same-sex couples in case of applicability under the current Hong Kong SAR Government policy

Family & Dependant Visas

  • Dependant visa applications for the spouses and children of Hong Kong visa holders. The family members of Hong Kong residents can apply for the dependant visas. Dependants visas can be sponsored by individuals having unconditional stay. The spouse dependants are granted unrestricted work rights without the need to apply separately for a work visa. Dependant approvals under IANG increased from 4,702 in 2023 to 6,600 in 2024.
  • Admission Scheme for Second-Generation of Chinese Hong Kong Permanent Residents (ASSG) for individuals aged between 18 and 40, who were born outside Mainland China, Hong Kong SAR, Macao SAR or Taiwan and hold a valid HK Permanent ID of their parent. The applicants must have a first degree and proficiency in English or Chinese.
  • Right of abode applications and permanent residency guidance – after seven years of continuous ordinary residence under any specified scheme you are able to apply for permanent residency
  • Family reunion visa services and the documentation preparation, including the verification of relationship documents, household registration records and coordination with the nearest Chinese diplomatic or consular mission

Leading Hong Kong Visa Application Services

Our company offers you the end-to-end visa solutions that exceed the standard application assistance:

  • Comprehensive eligibility assessment using the official criteria of the Immigration Department and the latest policy updates, including the newly extended list of universities for TTPS and updated IANG rules effective from January 2026
  • Professional application preparation with accurate documentation and supporting evidence – including credential verification, degree authentication, income statements and the advice on original passport submission
  • Strategic positioning highlighting your credentials and holder’s eligibility for particular scheme, depending on the assessable income, university ranking, work experience or business activity
  • Ongoing support including visa extensions, change of immigration status and permanent residency applications – we will keep track of your continuous residence period and advise on the absence management
  • Integration with corporate services including company formation and banking, accounting and payroll for business visa holders. The training visas are for individuals wishing to gain some special skills or knowledge in Hong Kong, and we assist in this type of applications in addition to employment schemes.
  • Post-arrival assistance including MPF setup, tax registration and compliance to ensure your compliance with all requirements for future visa renewals and permanent residency
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Hong Kong Visa Services FAQ

The Top Talent Pass Scheme (TTPS) provides the fastest way to enter Hong Kong for high-earning professionals or graduates from the eligible universities, with the initial stays of 24 to 36 months depending on category. Individuals earning HK$2.5 million or more of assessable income will qualify under Category A without a job offer, while Category B requires having a degree from one of the eligible universities and three years of work experience. Diplomatic passport holders and holders of diplomatic and official passports from certain jurisdictions may benefit from the streamlining of the entry process.

The General Employment Policy (GEP) is suitable for professionals having a confirmed job offer with the employer proving that the skills are not available locally, while QMAS is suitable for the professionals wishing to enter Hong Kong without having a pre-arranged employment via the points-based assessment. Hong Kong tourist visa application process takes up to 5 days, however, processing times for the talent schemes will be higher – TTPS takes 4-6 weeks, employment visas 6-8 weeks and QMAS applications up to 12 months.
Our assessment will determine the optimal visa scheme taking into account your qualifications, experience and career objectives. For more information about the employment visa requirements, see our guide on applying for employment visas in Hong Kong.

Processing times differ depending on the scheme used. TTPS applications take 4-6 weeks, employment visas under GEP 6-8 weeks, and QMAS applications, that include periodic selection exercises, may take up to 12 months. The last revision date for the processing guidelines should be always considered, taking into account the official announcements of the HKSAR Immigration Department, as the processing guidelines update with the policy updates.

Our careful preparation and accurate documentation minimize the risk of rejection and delays. Common reasons of rejection are the lack of income documentation, the degree obtained from non-recognized institutions, the poor business plan for the entrepreneur applications and the missing documents such as tax returns or profit statements. We provide the regular updates and liaise with the Immigration Department during the whole process. Indian nationals are able to visit Hong Kong visa-free for 14 days, however, those who seek to stay for a longer period should apply for visa in advance.

Yes, our corporate services include the Hong Kong company incorporation and business registration, banking and other support for entrepreneurs and investors. For individuals arriving in Hong Kong under the TTPS or GEP entrepreneur schemes, we coordinate the visa application with business establishment to ensure compliance with both immigration and corporate requirements. The APEC Business Travel Card holders can visit Hong Kong visa-free for 60 days in order to explore the business opportunities prior to the visa application.

Additional services include accounting, payroll, Hong Kong company secretarial support and compliance management that are necessary for the genuine business activity indication at the visa renewal. We also assist with official visits coordination and consulate general documentation, if needed. Holders of Vatican service passports, Costa Rican provisional passports and Serbian passports issued by recognized authorities should contact our specialists regarding the entry requirements.

Yes. With our comprehensive China services we help our clients with the establishment of WFOE, Representative Offices and joint ventures in Mainland China. Hong Kong is an excellent place to establish the business in Mainland China – the foreign nationals of Chinese descent and others can use Hong Kong as an entrance to the Greater Bay Area without leaving the airport transit area to connect with the direct transit to Mainland China.

We help with both Hong Kong visa application and market entry strategy in China. Our offices located both in Hong Kong and Mainland China provide assistance with regional business development, including the advice about travel tips, local media landscape and the regulatory requirements in both jurisdictions. The passport holders from Sierra Leone and other nations requiring visa should contact us for further information on combined Hong Kong-China entry planning.

Contact our immigration specialists to arrange an initial consultation and the assessment of your eligibility for all available Hong Kong visa schemes. We will assess your profile according to the requirements of each specified scheme taking into account your income level, educational background, work experience, nationality (with the restrictions for some passport holders), having a job offer or the intention to establish a business.

We will provide you with personalized advice on the most suitable visa scheme and the complete support starting with the application process until your arrival in Hong Kong and afterwards. Hong Kong offers tourist visas for up to 14 days for those who want to visit Hong Kong initially, and we will provide you with the information on the appropriate visa-free period for your nationality as an initial step. Our transparent process includes the clear timelines, fee structures according to the current two-tiered system of the Immigration Department and the regular communication during your application process.