Hong Kong Government launched a number of talent admission schemes to enrich the talent pool. In order to enhancing Hong Kong’s international competitiveness, 4 schemes are updated.
Which schemes are adjusted?
- Quality Migrant Admission Scheme (QMAS)
- Technology Talent Admission Scheme (TechTAS)
- Immigration Arrangements for Non-local Graduates (IANG)
- Admission Scheme for the Second Generation of Chinese Hong Kong Permanent Residents (ASSG)
Pattern of limited of stay under various admission schemes
Names of Schemes | Old Pattern | New Pattern | |
No. of years | |||
Quality Migrant Admission Scheme (QMAS) | General | 2+3+3 | 3+3+2 |
Top-Tier | 2+6 | 3+5 | |
Technology Talent Admission Scheme (TechTAS) | General | 2+3+3 | 3+3+2 |
Top-Tier | 2+6 | 3+5 | |
Immigration Arrangements for Non-local Graduates (IANG) | General | 1+2+2+3 | 2+3+3 |
Top-Tier | N/a | 2+6 | |
Admission Scheme for the Second Generation of Chinese Hong Kong Permanent Residents (ASSG) | General | 1+2+2+3 | 2+3+3 |
Top-Tier | N/A | 2+6 |
How to apply for the Talent Schemes?
For the Talent Schemes, you can apply via Immigration Department website.
For further information, please contact us.
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