Hong Kong · Skilled Worker Visa

Admission Scheme for Mainland Talents and Professionals

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✓ Verified against the official government source · Last verified 2026-06-24 · Our methodology
5.5/10 diff
Challenging

Requirements verified against the official government source.

Min income
Processing
Path to PR
Yes
Job offer
Required

At a Glance

Visa Duration
36 months
Processing Time
Min Income
Path to PR
Yes
Difficulty
5/10 — Challenging

Eligibility Requirements

RequirementDetails
Age Range18+
Job Offer RequiredYes
Sponsorship RequiredYes
Health Insurance RequiredNo

Family & Rights

RightDetails
Path to Permanent ResidencyYes

Related Pathways

Cost of Living

Hong Kong Island (Central/Mid-Levels)
Single (monthly)€3,987
Family (monthly)€7,137
Rent 1BR (center)€1,595
Groceries€997
Transport pass€239
Kowloon
Single (monthly)€3,305
Family (monthly)€6,458
Rent 1BR (center)€1,322
Groceries€826
Transport pass€198
New Territories
Single (monthly)€2,885
Family (monthly)€6,038
Rent 1BR (center)€1,154
Groceries€721
Transport pass€173

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Admission Scheme for Mainland Talents and Professionals?

The Admission Scheme for Mainland Talents and Professionals is an immigration pathway offered by Hong Kong. It falls under the Skilled Worker Visa category.

Can the Admission Scheme for Mainland Talents and Professionals lead to permanent residency?

Yes — this pathway can lead to permanent residence, subject to meeting the residence and other conditions. We do not publish a qualifying timeline for this route because we have no official source stating one; check with the relevant authority for the current residence requirement.

Are there alternative pathways to Hong Kong?

Yes. Hong Kong offers 13 other immigration pathways. Compare all options on our Hong Kong country page.

What is the cost of living in Hong Kong?

Monthly costs for a single person in city center: Hong Kong Island (Central/Mid-Levels): €3,987/mo; Kowloon: €3,305/mo; New Territories: €2,885/mo. These include rent, groceries, transport, and utilities.

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Official source

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Data last verified: 2026-06-24 · See our methodology

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