FAQ – Dependant Visa

Q.1 I have come to Hong Kong as a dependant of my husband who works here with an Employment as Professionals visa. Can I find a job and work in Hong Kong ?

Yes, depandents of a person admitted for employment can take up employment in Hong Kong. However, this does not apply to dependants of a person admitted to study in Hong Kong, unless with the approval from the Director of Immigration.

Q.2 I have come to Hong Kong as a dependant of my husband who works in the Hong Kong’s subsidiary of his employer company only for training purposes. Can I find a job and work in Hong Kong ?

Yes, the dependants of a person admitted for employment can take up employment in Hong Kong. That includes admittance as professionals, for investment as entrepreneurs and for training.

Q.3 I have come to Hong Kong as a dependant of my husband who works here. Can I stay in Hong Kong after his employment contract expires and leaves Hong Kong ?

The length of stay of a dependant will normally be linked to that of the sponsor. To apply for extension of stay, the applicant must remain an eligible dependent and the sponsor a Hong Kong resident living in Hong Kong.

Q.4 Can I apply to stay permanently in Hong Kong ?

Persons admitted as dependants who have ordinarily resided in Hong Kong for a continuous period of not less than seven years may apply for the right of abode in Hong Kong.

FAQ – Dependant Visa

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