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Hong Kong's Economic Residency

The Capital Investment Entrant Scheme allows investors to obtain residency rights through qualified investments in Hong Kong's dynamic economy.

MOBILITY ASSSET SNAPSHOT

Invest in Hong Kong's dynamic financial hub with a pathway to residency through strategic investment in one of Asia's leading global centers.

Hong Kong
Mobility Asset Index Score
66.50%
Mobility Asset Type
Economic Residency
Official Name
Capital Investment Entrant Scheme (CIES)
Launched in:
2003
Online Submission:
Yes
Residency Privileges
(in months)
2
Adjudication Time
(in months)
5
Minimum Stay Requirement
(in days)
None
In-Country Presence Requirement
(in months)
0

Overview

A permanent residency pathway through investment in Hong Kong's sophisticated market

Eligibility Requirements

Substantial investment capacity and clean investment record

Anchor Ancestor restrictions

Months to citizenship

Length of Visa

2 year visa

Months to Visa

5 months

Physical Presence Requirement

None

Availability

Online application available

Family Allowance

Spouse and children

Overview

Submit application to Immigration Department + Complete investment verification process

Overview

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Document Preparation

We'll help you gather and organize the documents you need for applying.

Application Submission

Once your documents are ready, we'll let you know where and how to submit your application to the relevant authorities.

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FAQ's

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benefits

Access to Asia's Premier Financial Hub with Direct Entry to Chinese Markets and Global Business Networks

Freedom to Choose Between Financial Assets and High-Value Property Investments with Clear Investment Pathways

Path to Permanent Residency After 7 Years with Family Inclusion Benefits

Online Submission Allowed

No Physical Presence or In-Country Visit Requirements

Very Fast Processing Speed

Visa-Free Travel Countries

150

Passport Validity

10 years, 5 years for children

Overview

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FAQ's

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How long until permanent residency?

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Can I include family members?

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What are the physical presence requirements?

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REQUIREMENTS

Requirements for Hong Kong - Economic Residency

Check if you qualify based on your family history

Direct Ancestral Connection

Not applicable

Documentation

Proof of investment: supporting documents of the investment made in any of the eligible investment types

Unbroken Chain of Citizenship

Not applicable

Legal Compliance

Criminal Record: A clean criminal record is required

REQUIREMENTS

PROCESS

Economic Residency Process

#1

Initial Assessment

• Verify investment capacity

• Review investment options

• Complete preliminary eligibility check

#2

Investment Selection

• Choose qualifying investment type

• Perform due diligence on investment options

• Engage legal/financial advisors

#3

Application Preparation

• Gather source of funds documentation

• Prepare investment documentation

• Complete background verification

• Obtain required certifications

#4

Investment Execution

• Make qualifying investment

• Obtain investment verification

• Complete any required registrations

#5

Submission & Approval

• Submit residency application

• Complete biometrics (if required)

• Receive residency card/approval

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PROCESS

Timeline for Hong Kong - Economic Residency

DOCUMENTS

Documents Needed for Hong Kong - Economic Residency

Important Notes
• All documents must be original or certified copies
• Non-English documents require certified translations
• Documents must be apostilled where applicable
Personal Identification Documents
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Passport

Vital Records Documents
Birth, marriage, and death certificates from applicant and ancestors

Marriage certificate and birth certificates of dependents (if applicable)

Proof of Residence Documents
Evidence of current residence status

Not applicable

Criminal Clearance Documents
Background check documentation

Clean Criminal Record certificate is required for the applicant

Financial Documents
Proof of payment and financial requirements

Proof of Investment: Bank statements or other documents verifying the investment+Proof of Funds: Documentation demonstrating the source of the investment funds (e.g., tax returns, bank statements).

DOCUMENTS

Costs Associated with Hong Kong - Economic Residency

Pre-Application Costs
Essential document preparation and verification costs

Birth certificates from government archives; Marriage certificates for family dependencies; Police clearance records from current and past residences

Certified translations into official language(s); Apostille certification; Government-issued document legalization

Diploma and transcript verification; Professional certification authentication; Credential evaluation services

Government Application Fees
Official fees charged by government authorities

Initial application submission fee; Processing and handling charges; Administrative review fees

$40

Fingerprint collection fee; Digital photograph requirements; Biometric data processing

Required medical examinations; Vaccination verification; Health certificate processing

Post-Submission Costs
Costs after submitting your application

Document verification fees; Background check processing; Application status updates

Consulate visit expenses; Interview travel costs; Temporary accommodation (if required)

Language proficiency testing; Skills assessment fees; Additional document requests

Professional Services
Optional external support services

Immigration lawyer consultation; Document review services; Legal representation fees

Tax planning consultation; Asset transfer advisory; Investment planning services

Relocation services; Property search assistance; Settlement support services

Post-Acceptance Costs
Costs after approval

Residency card processing; Passport issuance fees; Registration certificates

Oath ceremony fees; Registration charges; Local authority fees

Renewal fees; Status maintenance costs; Annual reporting fees

Rankings

GlobalPassport™ Mobility Asset Index

82

Overall Rank

Cost

Based on application fee

Residency Requirements

Based on residency requirements

Residency Privileges Length

Based on programs’s term

Processing Speed

Based on estimated processing time

Eligibility Requirements

Based on entry requirements

Program Stability

Based on years of activity

Time to Permanent Residency

Based on permanent residency timeline

Rankings

Global Rankings/ Comparisions

Safety

Hong Kong

Cost of Living

Hong Kong

6

Quality of Life

Hong Kong

Healthcare Quality

Hong Kong

Internet Speed

Hong Kong

2

Human Freedom

Hong Kong

50

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