Hong Kong•AsiaImmigration Arrangements for Non-local Graduates (IANG)
At a Glance
Processing Time
14-21 days
Application Fee
600 HKD
Stay Duration
24 months
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Work visa for non-local graduates of Hong Kong institutions. Fresh graduates (within 6 months) can stay without job offer. Returning graduates must secure relevant employment.
IANG is a transition visa for international students graduating from Hong Kong institutions. Fresh graduates (within 6 months) are granted 24 months to seek employment without requiring a job offer. Returning graduates (beyond 6 months) must have secured employment.
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Requirements
Personal
Criminal Record Policy
case_by_case
Education
Bachelor or higher
Professional
Experience
0+ years
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: AF, CU, KP
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid travel document
Passport with required validity
Degree certificate
Undergraduate or higher degree from Hong Kong institution
Academic transcript
From Hong Kong university
Employment contract
For extending beyond first 24 months (returning graduates)
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Advantages
- No job offer required for fresh graduates
- Long initial validity (24 months)
- Job flexibility - can change employment
- Extendable if employment continues
- Path to permanent residency
Considerations
- Limited to Hong Kong institution graduates
- Returning graduates need job at degree level
- Can only extend if employment continues
- Time limitation initially (no other conditions)
Application Process
Obtain graduation documentation
Degree certificate from Hong Kong institution
Prepare application
Complete IANG application form
Submit if fresh graduate
Within 6 months of graduation, no job offer required
For returning graduates
Must secure employment at degree level
Pay visa fee
HKD 600
Await decision
Normally 2-3 weeks
Receive entry permit
e-Visa issued for 24 months
Application Forms
Application for Immigration Arrangements for Non-local Graduates
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