Hong Kong•AsiaTop Talent Pass Scheme (TTPS)
At a Glance
Processing Time
28 days
Application Fee
600 HKD
Stay Duration
24 to 36 months
Renewable
Yes
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
Visa scheme to attract high-income earners and top university graduates. Three categories based on income or educational background. No job offer required.
TTPS was launched in December 2022 to attract top global talent. Three categories allow entry for high earners, top university graduates with experience, and graduates from expanded eligible universities. No job offer or business plan required at application.
Annual Visa Allocation
10,000 visas per year
The 10,000 annual quota applies only to Category C applicants. Categories A and B are uncapped.
No lottery system
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
2,500,000 HKD
per year
Personal
Criminal Record Policy
case_by_case
Education
Bachelor or higher
Professional
Experience
3+ years
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: AF, CU, KP
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Travel document
Employment contract
Proof of employment and income
University degree
For Categories B & C
Tax documentation
Proof of income (salary slips, tax returns)
No criminal record
Police certificate of good character
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Advantages
- No job offer required
- No business plan needed
- High visa validity (24-36 months)
- Can change jobs freely
- Spouse and children eligible
- Path to permanent residency
Considerations
- High income threshold for Category A (HKD 2.5M)
- Category B requires top 100 university degree
- Limited eligible universities for Category C
- Must meet specific criteria for each category
- Competitive scheme with annual intake
Application Process
Determine category eligibility
Category A (HKD 2.5M+ income), B (Top 100 uni + 3yr exp), or C (Eligible universities)
Gather documentation
Employment contract, degree, financial proof, etc.
Complete application
Online via official TTPS portal
Submit evidence
Income proof, degree certificate, CV
Pay application fee
HKD 600
Await processing
Normally 4 weeks
Receive approval
e-Visa issued for 24-36 months
Application Forms
Top Talent Pass Scheme Application
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