Hong Kong•AsiaInvestment as Entrepreneurs Visa
At a Glance
Processing Time
28 days
Application Fee
600 HKD
Stay Duration
2 years
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
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
Entry visa for entrepreneurs from overseas, Taiwan, and Macao who wish to establish or join a business in Hong Kong. No minimum investment amount specified but must cover startup and operational costs.
Investment as Entrepreneurs visa allows entrepreneurs to establish or join a business in Hong Kong. Unlike traditional investment visas, there is no fixed minimum investment amount, though applicants must demonstrate sufficient capital to cover startup and operational costs.
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Requirements
Personal
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Education
Bachelor or higher
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: AF, CN, CU, KP, LA, NP, VN
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Travel document with validity
Educational background
Degree or technical qualifications
Business experience
CV demonstrating business experience
Character reference
No criminal record
Sponsor Documents
Business plan
Detailed plan showing value to Hong Kong economy
Company registration
For new or existing business
Financial projections
Startup costs and operational funding for 3-6 months
Investment documentation
Proof of capital invested
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Advantages
- No minimum investment amount required
- Quota-free entry
- Can bring spouse and dependents
- Path to permanent residency after 7 years
- Business flexibility
Considerations
- Business must remain viable for renewal
- Must demonstrate economic value to Hong Kong
- Requires business plan and financial proof
- Strict character requirements
- Ongoing compliance burden
Application Process
Establish or secure business opportunity
Plan to establish new business or join existing one in Hong Kong
Prepare business plan
Detailed plan showing contribution to Hong Kong economy
Establish company if new
Register company in Hong Kong SAR
Complete visa application
Submit under General Employment Policy - Investment route
Gather documents
Business plan, company registration, financial projections
Submit application
Online with HKD 600 fee
Processing
Normally 4 weeks
Application Forms
Application for Entry for Investment as Entrepreneurs
Form ID: ID 990B
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