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Client stories · Hong Kong New Capital Investment Entrant Scheme (CIES)

Comparing permissible assets for a balanced CIES allocation

Written by Global Immigrate consultants · Reviewed by Oscar Yip, Founder & Managing Director

Summary

Ms Kung’s CIES experience. She wanted to come to Hong Kong through CIES while allocating her assets well.

Background

Ms Kung, from Shanghai, applied with her husband and one child. She wanted to come to Hong Kong through CIES while allocating her assets well.

Main concern

She wasn’t sure how to divide the investment across permissible assets.

Our approach

We compared permissible assets — shares, bonds, funds and real estate — and balanced the allocation by risk and return.

Process and outcome

She received residence in about 12 months and extended as required.

Adviser’s comment

CIES is also an asset allocation decision, best planned around overall investment goals.

CIES application process

  1. Asset assessment (2–4 weeks): We review your proof of net assets and investment plan.
  2. Net asset assessment (Several months): Submit the application and pass the net asset assessment.
  3. Make the investments (Within the required period): Complete the permissible investments as required.
  4. Residence (After approval): Receive your visa and extend when the conditions are met.

Is this right for you?

Every family’s background and timeline is different. To find out whether a similar plan could work for you, book a free consultation with Global Immigrate.

Based on a real client’s experience; names and some details have been changed for privacy.

Learn more: Hong Kong New Capital Investment Entrant Scheme (CIES)

FAQ

Can I invest in real estate?

Yes. Residential property must be a single property meeting the required transaction price, and real estate (residential and non-residential combined) counts for up to HKD 10 million.

Can I hold the investments through a company?

Yes. Since March 2026, applicants can hold permissible investment assets through an eligible Hong Kong private holding company that they wholly own.

Do I need to live in Hong Kong?

CIES mainly requires you to maintain your investments; how long you live in Hong Kong affects your later eligibility for permanent residence.

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