Hong Kong
Taiwan
VietnamFirst period of stay
| Category | First period |
|---|---|
| A | Usually 36 months |
| B | Usually 24 months |
| C | Usually 24 months |
There are no other conditions during the first period, and no job offer is needed beforehand.
Extension conditions
To extend, you generally need to show one of:
- Employment in Hong Kong at a salary broadly at market level
- A business you have started and are running in Hong Kong
Documents usually needed
| Situation | Documents |
|---|---|
| Employed | Employment contract, payslips, employer evidence |
| Running a business | Business and company registration, operating and financial records |
| Everyone | Identity documents, records of residence in Hong Kong |
Timing
- Secure a job or business soon after arriving.
- Allow time to prepare documents before your stay expires.
- Apply to extend before your period of stay ends.
After extension
Your continuous years of residence keep building. After seven years of ordinary residence in a recognised status, making Hong Kong your permanent home, you can apply for permanent residence.
Dependants
Your spouse’s and unmarried children under 18’s stay is generally extended with yours.