Wednesday, 13 May 2015

IMMIGRATION UPDATE – HONG KONG

Hong Kong updates policy on validity of employment visas and entrance requirements for second generation of Chinese Hong Kong permanent residents

Hong Kong Employment Visas under the General Employment Policy (GEP) and Admission Scheme for Mainland Talent Professionals (ASMTP) are now being issued for an initial 2-year period followed by two possible three 3-year extensions. Top-tier professionals will be eligible for a new 6-year extension. Previously the employment visas were issued for one year, renewable twice for an additional two years each time and a possible 3-year extension.