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Invited Persons Scheme (受邀人士計劃)

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At a Glance

Processing Time

2 weeks

Estimated Cost

Free

Stay Duration

2 months

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

No dependents

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

Official Information

Overview

Government-invited entry for ASEAN nationals invited to Hong Kong for specific events or economic contributions.

The Invited Persons Scheme enables rapid entry for individuals formally invited by Hong Kong government agencies. It is restricted to ASEAN nationals: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, and Vietnam. A government invitation and valid passport are required; local employer sponsorship is not needed.

Stays are capped at 2 months per visit; invitation status remains valid for 3 years and is renewable. Online processing typically takes 2 weeks. Approved applicants receive an e-Visa or e-Card for expedited immigration clearance. Fees vary. The scheme does not authorize employment in Hong Kong.

This visa is ideal for academics, experts, and specialists from ASEAN invited by Hong Kong government entities for strategic conferences, forums, and engagements.

Eligible Nationalities (11)

Brunei

Cambodia

Indonesia

Laos

Malaysia

Myanmar (Burma)

Philippines

Singapore

Thailand

Timor-Leste Vietnam

Vietnam

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Must be an ASEAN national (Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Vietnam).

Must be actively invited by a relevant Hong Kong government bureau/department.

Must be identified as someone who can make considerable contributions to Hong Kong's economic development or is invited to attend important events.

Must hold a passport valid for at least 6 months.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport.

Completed online application form.

Any additional documents requested by the Immigration Department during the online process.

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Government-backed facilitation — no employer sponsorship required.
Invitation valid for 3 years with multiple journeys and up to 2 months per visit.
Streamlined electronic processing with e-Channel self-service immigration clearance.
Extended stay of up to 2 months per journey, longer than standard tourist visas.
Minimal documentation requirements — simplified application compared to work visas.
No income, experience, or education thresholds to meet.
Renewable status allows repeated entry without reapplying each time.

Worth Knowing

Qualification restricted to ASEAN nationals (11 countries); not available to other nationalities.
No work authorization — invitation is for participation in specific events only.
Standard immigration clearance still applies upon arrival despite streamlined processing.
Invitation-only scheme — individuals cannot initiate applications independently.
Not a pathway to permanent residency or long-term employment; strictly temporary.
Restricted to government-approved events or engagements; cannot be used for general tourism.

Application Process

Relevant government bureau/department sends an invitation email to the qualifying person.

The invitee replies to the email with required basic information (name, email).

The Immigration Department sends a link to an online application form.

The applicant completes the online application and submits it.

Upon approval, the applicant receives an e-Visa/e-Card for immigration facilitation.

Verified Claims (3)

Last verified Jun 27, 2026

Included Nationalities

BN; KH; ID; LA; MY; MM; PH; SG; TH; TL; VN

immd.gov.hk

Official Info

https://www.immd.gov.hk/eng/invitedpersons.html

immd.gov.hk

Petitioner

government

immd.gov.hk

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Overview

Government-invited entry for ASEAN nationals invited to Hong Kong for specific events or economic contributions.

This visa is ideal for academics, experts, and specialists from ASEAN invited by Hong Kong government entities for strategic conferences, forums, and engagements.

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Must be an ASEAN national (Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Vietnam).

Must be actively invited by a relevant Hong Kong government bureau/department.

Must be identified as someone who can make considerable contributions to Hong Kong's economic development or is invited to attend important events.

Must hold a passport valid for at least 6 months.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport.

Completed online application form.

Any additional documents requested by the Immigration Department during the online process.

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Government-backed facilitation — no employer sponsorship required.
Invitation valid for 3 years with multiple journeys and up to 2 months per visit.
Streamlined electronic processing with e-Channel self-service immigration clearance.
Extended stay of up to 2 months per journey, longer than standard tourist visas.
Minimal documentation requirements — simplified application compared to work visas.
No income, experience, or education thresholds to meet.
Renewable status allows repeated entry without reapplying each time.

Worth Knowing

Qualification restricted to ASEAN nationals (11 countries); not available to other nationalities.
No work authorization — invitation is for participation in specific events only.
Standard immigration clearance still applies upon arrival despite streamlined processing.
Invitation-only scheme — individuals cannot initiate applications independently.
Not a pathway to permanent residency or long-term employment; strictly temporary.
Restricted to government-approved events or engagements; cannot be used for general tourism.

Application Process