HONG KONG: 4 TALENT ADMISSION SCHEMES ADJUSTMENT

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?

1. Quality Migrant Admission Scheme (QMAS)
2. Technology Talent Admission Scheme (TechTAS)
3. Immigration Arrangements for Non-local Graduates (IANG)
4. 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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