The procedure for replacing an identity card for an 11-year-old child in Hong Kong

Whether the Hong Kong identity is obtained through Hong Kong Talents, Hong Kong Professionals or Hong Kong Study Abroad, children can obtain Hong Kong identity as dependents before they reach the age of 18, and they can be synchronized when applying. Submit your child's information so that your child will be approved when you are approved.

1. Parents have not obtained permanent residence

If parents have not obtained permanent residence, they can apply for a dependent visa so that their children can obtain Hong Kong status in 7 years. Apply for permanent residence.

A dependent visa refers to a visa obtained by a non-Hong Kong resident who is the spouse or other relative of a Hong Kong resident and comes to settle in Hong Kong with a Hong Kong resident as the guarantor. Compared with the family visit visa, the dependent visa has the characteristics of long term and the ability to work in Hong Kong without restrictions. Holding a dependent visa and normally residing in Hong Kong for seven years can also apply for Hong Kong permanent residence status.

Application qualifications:

Studying in Hong Kong:

If the guarantor is a student in Hong Kong and is a full-time undergraduate, master's or doctoral student, the applicant must Both the guarantor’s spouse and minor children can apply for a dependent visa.

Working in Hong Kong:

If you have been employed by a Hong Kong company, such as the Talents Program, the Talent Program, the Technology Talent Entry Program or other status, the same applies to your spouse and minors Children can apply for a dependent visa. And the dependents can work in Hong Kong.

Required materials:

1. Application form ID997 for dependents to reside in Hong Kong. Most of the filled-in content is personal information, which can be filled in as required.

2. A recent photo of the applicant: the size of the photo should not exceed 55 x 45 mm and not be smaller than 50 x 40 mm.

3. Photocopy of the applicant’s valid travel document: If you are a mainland resident, please submit the Hong Kong and Macao pass, copy the information page and the endorsement page on the back. If the applicant is currently staying in Hong Kong, he or she must submit a photocopy of the immigration label from which he or she recently entered the Hong Kong SAR.

4. Photocopies of documents proving the relationship between the applicant and the guarantor: such as marriage certificate, birth certificate, household register, etc.

5. A photocopy of the guarantor’s Hong Kong ID card.

6. If the guarantor is a non-Hong Kong permanent resident, a photocopy of the information page and reverse endorsement page of the Hong Kong and Macau Pass is also required, as well as a photocopy of the endorsement issued by the Hong Kong Immigration Department.

7. A photocopy of the guarantor’s address certificate: Don’t be nervous about this. The Immigration Department only confirms that the dependent has a place to live in Hong Kong, and is not considering whether you have bought a house. So just rely on general proof of address, such as utility bills, bank documents, etc.

8. A photocopy of the guarantor’s financial status certificate: This needs to be explained, and the Immigration Department staff will need to use this to determine whether the dependent can live a normal life in Hong Kong. You can submit the guarantor's bank statements, tax receipts, contracts or deposit certificates, etc. to prove that you have a stable source of income or certain assets.

2. If the parents have obtained permanent residence

For all Chinese children born to Hong Kong permanent residents in the Mainland, their father or mother has obtained Hong Kong permanent resident status at the time of birth ( Including persons whose father or mother returned to the Mainland to live for a period of time after being born in Hong Kong and then returned to Hong Kong).

Anyone regardless of age can apply to settle in Hong Kong (including children born out of wedlock, but excluding stepchildren and adopted children).

Chinese children of Hong Kong permanent residents born in the Mainland can apply for a pass to Hong Kong and Macao, which is regarded as applying for a "Certificate of Right of Residence" in Hong Kong. That is to say, you can obtain Hong Kong identity by applying for a one-way permit.

Applicants can apply to the local public security bureau’s entry-exit management department and perform the following procedures:

1. Submit a completed application with a recent front-view bareheaded photo of the applicant (specifications 32X40mm) application form for Chinese children of Hong Kong permanent residents born in the Mainland to settle in Hong Kong.

One white photo and one pink photo and two photos that are the same as those on the application form;

2. Submit birth certificate, ID card, household register or other household registration certificates and copies for verification One copy (children under 16 years old are exempted from submitting ID cards);

3. Submit the Hong Kong ID cards, return certificates, and marriage certificates of both or one of the parents (if the parents are deceased, a death certificate is required) (certificate and its copies in duplicate), if both parents have an ex-wife (ex-husband), relevant materials (such as marriage certificate, divorce certificate, death certificate) need to be submitted for inspection;

4. The applicant is in Hong Kong If the applicant’s parent has lived in Hong Kong for seven years or more, he or she can provide corresponding supporting documents;

5. If the applicant’s parent has not settled in Hong Kong, his or her mainland identity must be verified Certificate, household register, marriage certificate and their copies in duplicate;

6. Opinions of the applicant’s unit or police station on the applicant’s one-way trip to Hong Kong; other information deemed necessary by the public security exit and entry management department prove.

Special note: According to the provisions of the Civil Code, illegitimate children refer to children born out of wedlock, although the parent-child relationship is based on natural blood relations, but the parents have not completed the marriage registration procedures in accordance with the provisions of the Civil Code and the Marriage Registration Management Regulations. child.

In addition to completing the same application and approval procedures as legitimate children, such persons must also submit relevant documents proving the parent-child relationship (certificate that the parents lived together when the mother was pregnant, prenatal checkup certificate, parents' communication certificate, circumstantial evidence from others, etc.) and be prepared to undergo genetic (DNA) testing.

What are the methods for mainland residents to obtain Hong Kong identity (how to obtain Hong Kong identity)?

1. Hong Kong Immigration for Further Study

Immigration for further study at the University of Hong Kong, that is, employment arrangements for non-local graduates to stay/return to Hong Kong. It is an immigration policy formulated by the Hong Kong government to encourage overseas students to study in Hong Kong and plan to stay and work and live in Hong Kong.

The applicant obtains a student visa by enrolling in a full-time university in Hong Kong, and will be employed by a Hong Kong company within the next 7 years. After studying + working for 7 years, he will obtain permanent residence in Hong Kong and move his family to Hong Kong.

Application Requirements

1. Applicants must be between 23 and 55 years old;

2. Possess a bachelor’s degree in equivalent majors from the Mainland or overseas or a junior college recognized by relevant countries. Educational qualifications;

3. All applicants need to fill in a Chinese application form, and those who pass the assessment will be scheduled for an interview;

4. During the period of studying in Hong Kong, applicants can bear their own responsibilities Living expenses related to myself and my family members. Have a stable source of financial support to cover living expenses and tuition fees for at least one year in Hong Kong

The Hong Kong Talent Admission Scheme (referred to as the Talent Scheme) aims to attract high-tech talents or talents to settle in Hong Kong , in order to enhance Hong Kong’s competitiveness.

Approved applicants are not required to obtain employment from a local employer before settling in Hong Kong. All applicants must first meet the basic qualification requirements before they can obtain points according to one of the two points systems set up in the scheme and compete with other applicants for quotas.

The two scoring systems are the "comprehensive scoring system" and the "achievement scoring system". Approved applicants can bring their spouses and unmarried and dependent children under the age of 18 to Hong Kong. They must be able to pay for their dependents' living and accommodation in Hong Kong by themselves and do not need to rely on public assistance.

Application conditions

1. Age: 18 to 50 years old

2. Financial ability: prove that you can support yourself and your dependents during your stay in Hong Kong. No public assistance required

3. Good conduct: immigration and security regulations, no criminal or bad records

3. Hong Kong Professional Immigration Program

Hong Kong's Mainland Talent Admission Scheme is to provide prospective applicants with special skills, knowledge or experience that are needed but lacking in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the opportunity to apply for work in Hong Kong under the "Hong Kong Talent Scheme". Compared with the previous Hong Kong investment immigration program, applicants do not need to invest high amounts of assets, do not need third country status, and do not need to explain the source of assets. In terms of capital, it is indeed cheaper than the investment immigration program. In terms of age, it is also 18-55 years old.

Application Requirements

1. The main applicant must be 18 years old or above, hold a bachelor’s degree or above in the relevant field, and have professional experience with proven technical qualifications;

2. No criminal record;

3. Have been employed before applying, the job is related to their academic qualifications or work experience, and local people cannot be easily found;

Legal basis:

"Basic Law of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China"

Article 154 The Central People's Government authorizes the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region to grant holders of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region funds in accordance with the law Chinese citizens with permanent resident identity cards are issued passports of the People's Republic of China and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China, and other legal residents of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China are issued other travel documents of the People's Republic of China and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. The above-mentioned passports and documents are valid for travel to various countries and regions, and state that the holders have the right to return to the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.

The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government may implement immigration controls on the entry, stay and departure of people from various countries or regions around the world.

Article 155: The Central People’s Government shall assist or authorize the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region to conclude mutual visa exemption agreements with other countries or regions.