Analysis of common problems in the process of handling investment immigration in Hong Kong

Frequently asked questions about investment immigrants in Hong Kong

For some common problems encountered in the process of Hong Kong's investment immigration, the window of going abroad specially consulted China immigration experts, and I believe their professional answers can help you better understand Hong Kong's investment immigration.

1. How do China citizens handle Hong Kong investment immigration?

A: The current plan does not include China citizens in the application scope, but you can obtain permanent residence status in a third country before applying.

2. Can I apply for any third country status?

A: The Hong Kong Immigration Department only allows people with permanent residence status in a third country to apply, and reserves the right of final examination and approval for the right of abode files provided by some countries.

3. What is net assets?

Answer: It refers to deducting any charge, lien or property right used as mortgage or attached to it from any asset, property or capital.

4. Are there any academic qualifications and business requirements for applying for Hong Kong?

A: There are no academic qualifications and business requirements.

5. Can I apply with my family?

A: Yes, you can apply together with your spouse and children under the age of 18, but you must prove that you have the ability to provide your own livelihood and residence for yourself and your dependents, without relying on permitted investment assets in Hong Kong, or any income from employment or self-employment, holding positions or engaging in business or applying for public assistance in Hong Kong.

6. How long does it take to apply?

A: It takes about 65,438+05 working days to apply for the right of abode in a third country, and 8-65,438+00 weeks for the Hong Kong Immigration Department to apply. If the information submitted is insufficient, the formalities may be delayed, and the official approval can be obtained within 8-65,438+00 months.

7. When should I make an investment action?

A: According to Hong Kong's regulations on the entry plan for capital investors, investors can, in principle, invest within six months before applying or after receiving the approval notice.

8. Will the China passport be cancelled after Hong Kong investment immigration?

A: When an applicant becomes a permanent resident of Hong Kong after seven years, he can choose one of his original China passport and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region passport, because a citizen is only allowed to hold one nationality. However, China passport will not be cancelled within 7 years after becoming a permanent resident of Hong Kong, and it will still retain China nationality.

9. Is there an immigration supervisor in Hong Kong?

A: In Hong Kong's investment immigration program, the Ordinance does not explicitly stipulate that applicants must stay in Hong Kong, but the Director of Immigration has the right to exercise discretion.

10. If the applicant invests in other countries and chooses to live in that country after applying for Hong Kong investment immigration, what impact will it have on the permanent identity cards and photos of the SAR of Hong Kong investment immigrants in the future?

A: If the principal applicant can provide proof that he cannot live in Hong Kong due to work reasons, he can apply to the Hong Kong Immigration Department for exemption. The Director of Immigration of Hong Kong has the right to approve the principal applicant not to live in Hong Kong.

1 1. Can investment immigrants enjoy the benefits of Hong Kong within 7 years?

A: No, it must be seven years, because it is clearly stipulated in the capital investment entry plan.

12. Can I enjoy preferential tax policies immediately after I get temporary id card?

A: You can enjoy it immediately.

13. Will you automatically become a permanent resident of Hong Kong after living for seven years?

A: After seven years of obtaining the right of abode, you still need to apply to the Hong Kong Immigration Department to become a permanent resident. After obtaining a permanent identity card, you can become a permanent resident and stay in Hong Kong without restrictions.

14. Need to explain the source of investment funds?

A: No, the Hong Kong government does not require customers to provide complete proof of the source of funds.