Hong Kong•AsiaQuality Migrant Admission Scheme (QMAS)
At a Glance
Processing Time
28 days
Application Fee
600 HKD
Stay Duration
Varies
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
Points-based skilled migration scheme for professionals and entrepreneurs. Two assessment routes: Achievement-based (for successful professionals) and General Points Test.
QMAS is a points-based system designed to attract high-caliber professionals. Applicants are assessed via either an Achievement-based route for successful professionals (e.g., substantial income, senior professional positions) or a General Points Test evaluating education, language, work experience, income, business ownership.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Education
bachelors or higher
Professional
Experience
Minimum 2 years of graduate or specialist level work experience is typically required to score points, though prerequisites focus on education and character.+ years
Required Skills
Language
N/A
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: AF, CU, LA, KP, VN
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Travel document
Degree/educational credentials
Bachelor degree or higher, recognized institution
Professional certificates
License, accreditation if applicable
OptionalEmployment history
CV, work experience documentation
Achievement evidence
Awards, publications, memberships for achievement-based route
OptionalFinancial declaration
Proof of self-sufficiency
Character reference
No criminal record evidence
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Advantages
- No job offer required
- Spouse and children eligible as dependents
- Employment flexibility - can change jobs
- Clear points-based system
- Path to permanent residency after 7 years
Considerations
- High bar: minimum 80 points needed
- Requires strong educational background and income
- Some nationalities excluded
- Must demonstrate self-sufficiency
- Language proficiency required
Application Process
Assess eligibility
Meet basic prerequisites: age 18+, good character, language proficiency
Choose assessment route
Achievement-based OR General Points Test
Gather documentation
Education credentials, work history, achievement evidence
Calculate points
Must score at least 80 points under chosen assessment method
Complete application
Submit online via GovHK
Pay application fee
HKD 600
Await assessment
Normally 4 weeks
Application Forms
Quality Migrant Admission Scheme Application
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