Programme guides · Hong Kong Quality Migrant Admission Scheme (QMAS) · Hong Kong Top Talent Pass Scheme (TTPS)
Hong Kong QMAS Points 2026: Scoring Focus and Processing Time
Global Immigrate consultants · Published
Written by Global Immigrate consultants · Reviewed by Oscar Yip, Founder & Managing Director
Summary
Hong Kong’s Quality Migrant Admission Scheme uses a points system on age, education, experience and talent lists. Processing is usually about 6–9 months. This article covers scoring direction and how it differs from the Top Talent Pass.
Short answer: Hong Kong’s Quality Migrant Admission Scheme (QMAS) is points-based (age, education, experience, language, talent lists). Processing is usually about 6–9 months. After approval you can develop in Hong Kong; permanent residence is possible after 7 years of ordinary residence.
Difference from Top Talent Pass
QMAS
TTPS
Assessment
Points
Categories A/B/C
Typical processing
About 6–9 months
About 4–6 weeks
Quota
Yes
A none; B/C yes
How to choose
Broader achievements, can wait longer: QMAS may fit.
High income or top university, want faster approval: prioritise TTPS.
