Key Points
- Hong Kong launched an online platform for foreign nationals to gain insight into eligibility requirements and measures to apply for work permissions
Overview
The authorities of Hong Kong launched an electronic services platform that will allow highly skilled workers worldwide to obtain information on various talent admission schemes and submit applications more efficiently.
Through the platform, users will be able to use the tool to obtain eligibility information. From there, applicants will be permitted to immediately proceed to the Immigration Department’s e-Visa platform to apply online. The visa can also be collected online once approved.
What are the Changes?
The authorities of Hong Kong introduced a new online platform for predicting eligibility for work permit schemes in Hong Kong. According to the update, Hong Kong aims to attract talent from all over the world more proactively. The authorities of Hong Kong plan to admit at least 35,000 foreign nationals under various talent admission schemes over the next two years.
Looking Ahead
Continue to check the authorities of Hong Kong’s website for the latest updates and information.
Written by: Jessie Butchley, Global Immigration Writer, Envoy Global
Source: Hong Kong News
