What is the status of a mainlander giving birth to a child in Hong Kong?

Mainland people who give birth to children in Hong Kong must have a Hong Kong registered permanent residence. Article 24 of the Basic Law stipulates that one or both of the father and mother of a baby must be a Chinese citizen born in Hong Kong, or a Chinese citizen who has lived in Hong Kong continuously for more than 7 years before or after the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. Permanent resident status.

According to the Basic Law of Hong Kong, the content of Article 24 of the Basic Law can be interpreted broadly: in order for a baby born in Hong Kong to obtain the right of abode in Hong Kong, he must meet three conditions, namely, the baby’s husband and mother Both parties or one of the parties must be a Chinese citizen born in Hong Kong; or have lived in Hong Kong for more than 7 years before the establishment of the Hong Kong SAR; or a Chinese citizen who has lived in Hong Kong continuously for more than 7 years.

However, on July 20, 2001, the Court of Final Appeal of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region ruled on the first case of whether a child born in Hong Kong to mainlanders has the right of abode in Hong Kong. Zhuang Fengyuan, a child born in Hong Kong to mainland parents, has the right of abode in Hong Kong. Hong Kong belongs to the common law system and implements a case law system. This case is generally applicable, that is to say, any child born in Hong Kong in the future can obtain Hong Kong residency rights based on this case.

Extended information:

For mainlanders to apply for a Hong Kong account, according to the policies of the Immigration Department of the Hong Kong Government:

1. Capital Investor Entry Program (popular: Hong Kong Investment Immigration, now suspended)

a No criminal record

b Proof of assets of no less than 10 million for two consecutive years

c Invest 10 million Hong Kong dollars in Hong Kong financial markets, such as: stocks, funds, bonds, insurance, etc. for more than seven years (real estate is not counted)

2. Visa to invest in Hong Kong to start/participate in business (commonly known as: Hong Kong business immigration)

a No criminal record and a bachelor's degree

b Have your own company in mainland China, with a personal net worth of more than 4 million Hong Kong dollars

c Need to set up a company in Hong Kong and hire 2 -3 Hong Kong employees

3. Mainland talent import plan (commonly known as: Hong Kong work visa immigration)

a No criminal record, master's degree

b Yes Special skills that are lacking in Hong Kong

c Must have been employed by a Hong Kong company

4. Excellent Talents Entry Scheme (commonly known as: Hong Kong Talents Scheme)

Comply with " Applicants who meet all requirements of "Basic Qualifications" will be evaluated through the "Comprehensive Points System" or the "Achievement Points System".

(Note: There are very few places for this program, and it is difficult for non-celebrities to pass.)

5. Relative immigration to Hong Kong (commonly known as: Hong Kong reunion immigration)

( 1) One of the spouses has settled in Hong Kong or Macao and has lived apart for many years;

(2) The parents who have settled in Hong Kong or Macao are old and infirm and must be taken care of by their children from the mainland;

( 3) The helpless elderly and children in the Mainland must seek refuge with immediate relatives and close relatives in Hong Kong and Macao;

(4) The property of immediate relatives who have settled in Hong Kong and Macao must be inherited by no one. Children in the Mainland can only inherit if they settle down;

(5) There are other special circumstances where they must settle down.

Babies born in Hong Kong are Hong Kong citizens and thus enjoy the various advantages and benefits of Hong Kong residents:

1. The Hong Kong government has never formulated a policy to restrict births. As long as they stay legally, If a pregnant woman gives birth in Hong Kong, her child will immediately obtain permanent status in Hong Kong and enjoy Hong Kong's child benefits.

2. European and American countries such as the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada and Australia provide Hong Kong residents with relaxed immigration and study abroad conditions. Hong Kong passports enjoy visa-free access to 135 countries around the world, increasing Hong Kong residents’ opportunities for overseas employment and development.

3. Hong Kong’s social welfare (enjoy social welfare such as unemployment benefits, retirement pensions and elderly living allowances. Hong Kong’s 65-year-olds can receive monthly pensions, and low-income people can apply to the government for comprehensive relief every month. , the child’s parents can immigrate to Hong Kong and become permanent residents when they are 60 years old).

4. Hong Kong’s medical benefits (Hong Kong has advanced medical equipment and technology, and enjoys lifelong free public medical care. The average life expectancy of Hong Kong men reaches 78 years, and the average life expectancy of women reaches 83 years).

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