Hong Kong•AsiaImmigration Facilitation Scheme for Persons Participating in Arbitral Proceedings
At a Glance
Processing Time
Varies
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
Varies
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Facilitation scheme for international arbitration participants (arbitrators, counsel, witnesses, parties) from eligible institutions. Allows participation without employment visa.
Arbitration facilitation scheme allows international arbitration professionals to participate in proceedings without employment visa restrictions. Covers arbitrators, expert witnesses, counsel, parties, and tribunal staff.
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Requirements
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: CN, MO, TW
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Travel document
Letter of proof
From designated arbitral/dispute resolution institution
Visit visa (if required)
For non-visa-exempt nationalities
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Advantages
- No employment visa required
- No visa fee
- Multiple visits permitted
- Unlimited arbitration participation days
- Streamlined entry
Considerations
- Requires letter from designated institution
- Limited to arbitration participation
- May need visitor visa if not visa-exempt
- Not work permit beyond arbitration
Application Process
Arbitration institution identifies participant
Designated arbitral venue identifies need for international participant
Request proof letter
Applicant requests letter from arbitral institution
Obtain letter of proof
Institution issues letter confirming arbitration participation
Apply for visit visa if needed
If not visa-exempt, apply for visitor visa
Present documents at entry
Present visa and proof letter at immigration
Participate in arbitration
No visa requirement as visitor if holding proof letter
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