TTPS-B — Top Talent Pass Scheme (Category B)

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TTPS-B — Top Talent Pass Scheme (Category B)

Work PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Dependents Allowed Remote Work

At a Glance

Processing Time

28 days

Application Fee

1,900 HKD

Stay Duration

2 years

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Available

Remote Work

Allowed

Overview

Designed for experienced professionals who hold a bachelor's degree from a world-renowned university and have at least three years of work experience.

The TTPS Category B is a streamlined immigration route for experienced professionals from top-tier universities. It allows applicants to live and work in Hong Kong without a pre-arranged job offer. The scheme provides a clear pathway to permanent residency after seven years of continuous residence.

Fee Breakdown

Application Fee	600 HKD
Visa Issuance Fee	1,300 HKD

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant

2 years

Eligible Nationalities (3)

Afghanistan Cuba

Cuba

North Korea

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Right of Abode / Permanent Residence (居留權/永久性居民)

Hong Kong

Right of Abode / Permanent Residence (居留權/永久性居民)

ValidityIndefinite

Processing3-6 months

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Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree from an eligible university

At least three years of work experience within the five years immediately preceding the application

KEY CRITERIA

Education

bachelor or higher

Experience

3+ years

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Travel document

Degree certificate/transcript

Proof of work experience

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

No job offer required
Unrestricted work authorization
Pathway to permanent residence
Dependents allowed to work and study

Worth Knowing

Must be physically present in Hong Kong to activate
Extension requires proof of employment or business establishment in Hong Kong
Security objection
Record of serious crime

Application Process

Prepare documents including degree and work experience proof

Submit application via GovHK online portal

Pay visa issuance fee upon approval

Download e-Visa and activate upon physical arrival in Hong Kong

Application Forms

GovHK Online Application Portal

Fill online

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