Hong Kong SAR Talent and Capital Admission Schemes
Comprehensive Hong Kong identity pathways covering TTPS, QMAS, and the New CIES.
As a leading global international financial center, Hong Kong boasts top-tier educational resources and a highly attractive low-tax system. To attract global capital and top talent, Hong Kong has currently opened multiple extremely relaxed residency pathways. Whether based on education, talent, or capital, you can quickly obtain Hong Kong resident status for the whole family.
Top Graduates & High Earners
Via TTPS (Top Talent Pass Scheme), bachelor's degree from top 100 univs or annual salary over 2.5M HKD, approved in as fast as 2 weeks.
Executives & Scarce Professionals
Via QMAS (Quality Migrant Admission Scheme) points-based system, obtain Hong Kong status without securing local employment in advance.
High-Net-Worth Families
Via the New CIES (Capital Investment Entrant Scheme), allocate 30M HKD in assets to achieve dual offshore protection for family wealth and status.
Processing Time
1-9 Months (depending on program)
Min Investment
None (TTPS/QMAS) | 30M HKD (CIES)
Residency Req
Flexible (moderate ordinary residence advised)
Passport Rank
17th Globally (171 visa-free countries)
Corporate Tax
Max 17% (No capital gains tax)
Lightning Approval Pathways
TTPS applications are processed extremely quickly; some can be approved in as fast as 1-4 weeks.
No Strict Immigration Jail
Hong Kong's requirement for "ordinary residence" is relatively flexible, allowing you to maintain Hong Kong status while keeping your life center in Greater China or your home country.
Education and Exam Shortcuts
Children enjoy 15 years of free bilingual education and can enter top Chinese universities (985/211) with lower thresholds via the Overseas Chinese Student Exam or DSE.
Top Tax Haven
No global taxation, no estate tax, no capital gains tax, and a maximum salaries tax of only 15%-17%.
One of the World's Best Low-Tax Havens
Hong Kong taxes on a territorial source basis, meaning only profits arising in or derived from Hong Kong are subject to profits tax. Offshore income, capital gains, and dividend distributions are completely tax-exempt. This is a core reason why UHNWIs choose Hong Kong as a family office and capital safe haven. Additionally, Hong Kong has no estate or gift tax.
British Bilingual Education Connecting to the World
Hong Kong has numerous top international schools and prestigious public schools utilizing British and IB curricula within an English teaching environment, seamlessly connecting to top universities in Europe and the US. Children who obtain Hong Kong status not only enjoy 15 years of free compulsory education in HK but can also use the "Overseas Chinese Student Exam" or "DSE Exam" to enter top mainland Chinese universities (985/211) with extremely low thresholds.
"Considering my children's education planning for the next few years, Hong Kong status is the most cost-effective choice. Applying through TTPS Category A (high-income), I didn't expect the whole process from submission to approval to take just 3 short weeks. Now our whole family has successfully obtained Hong Kong identity cards."
Qualification Assessment & Strategy (1-2 weeks)
Accurately match the TTPS, QMAS, or Professionals path based on the applicant's education, income, or assets.
Material Prep & Submission (2-4 weeks)
Prepare complex income proofs, employment reference letters, or investment asset audit proofs, and formally submit to the Immigration Department.
Immigration Dept Review & Supplements (1-6 months)
TTPS can be approved in as fast as a week; QMAS or CIES requires months for in-depth screening and asset reviews.
Visa Approval & ID Card Application (1-2 weeks)
Pay and download the e-Visa, travel to HK to activate within half a year, and visit the Registration of Persons Office to apply for a Hong Kong Identity Card.
Are there mandatory days for the "ordinary residence" requirement of Hong Kong status?
The Hong Kong Immigration Department does not mandate a specific number of days you must reside in HK annually. However, when renewing visas and applying for PR, they will comprehensively consider whether the applicant's center of life is in Hong Kong, such as renting/buying property, having local consumption records, children schooling in HK, having a local employment contract, etc. It is advisable to maintain a reasonable frequency of entry/exit and activities in HK.
After TTPS approval, will my status be cancelled if I can't find a job in Hong Kong?
TTPS initially issues a 2-year visa, during which you are free to seek employment or start a business. However, when applying for renewal after 2 years, you must prove that you have secured employment at market-level compensation in Hong Kong or legally started a business there. If you are unemployed at that time, your renewal will be rejected.
Can the 30 million HKD for the New CIES be used to buy residential property?
Under the latest policy, residential real estate is not counted. Of the 30 million HKD, 27 million must be invested in financial assets (e.g., stocks, funds, bonds) or non-residential commercial real estate (capped at 10 million HKD). The remaining 3 million HKD must be invested in a specific Innovation and Technology portfolio.