🇭🇰 Hong Kong · Employer-sponsored work
General Employment Policy and Admission Scheme for Mainland Talents and Professionals (Technical Professionals Stream) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €556 |
| Minimum annual salary | HKD 30,000 |
| Proof of savings | €11,129 |
| Minimum investment | €22,258 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Work experience | 3+ years |
| Age range | 18–60 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €223 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 24 months.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.immd.gov.hk/eng/services/visas/TPStream.html.
- Typical processing: ~42 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €556.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“the remuneration package ... is broadly commensurate with the prevailing market level for relevant technical professionals in the HKSAR and not lower than the prevailing median employment earnings of persons with academic qualifications at post-secondary non-degree level in the HKSAR (whichever is higher).”
“the applicant has a confirmed offer of employment in the HKSAR in one of the specific skilled trades on the TP List, and the employment contract must meet the minimum duration requirement applicable to that specific skilled trade”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.