Tag: Visa
All articles tagged with "Visa".
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What is the IANG visa, and how does the 24-month post-graduation visa work for non-local Hong Kong graduates?
IANG is the Immigration Arrangement for Non-local Graduates: a 24-month, no-employer-required Hong Kong visa for graduates of full-time HKSAR sub-degree, bachelor's, master's, or PhD programmes. Apply within six months of graduation; the first stamp is open work authorisation.
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What Documents Do I Need for a Hong Kong Student Visa Application?
A complete checklist of documents required for a Hong Kong student visa: admission letter, financial proof, passport, ID, academic transcripts, health check, and recommendation letter. Application is typically submitted by your university, with a 4-6 week processing time.
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What Are the Most Common Reasons for Hong Kong Visa Rejection and How to Avoid Them?
Hong Kong visa rejections are most commonly caused by insufficient financial proof, incomplete documents, false information, low attendance, or academic failure. Preparing thoroughly, declaring truthfully, and maintaining academic performance can effectively avoid most rejection risks.
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How to Change Your Hong Kong Visa Status? A Complete Guide from Student Visa to IANG to Employment Visa
After graduation, students can apply for an IANG (Immigration Arrangements for Non-local Graduates) visa, allowing a stay of up to 12 months without an employer to seek employment. Once a job is secured, an employer-sponsored Employment Visa can be applied for. The process requires a degree certificate, financial proof, and other documents.
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How to Extend Your Hong Kong Student Visa / IANG? Document Checklist & FAQs
Hong Kong student visa (IANG) extensions must be applied for within 4 weeks before expiry. Required documents include a university extension letter, financial proof, transcripts, and recent photos. Processing takes 2-4 weeks and costs HKD 190. Rejections are mainly due to poor academics or low attendance.
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QMAS vs TTPS: Which One Is Right for You? Application Requirements and Comparison
QMAS prioritizes work experience and academic qualifications, while TTPS fast-tracks overseas high-degree holders. QMAS takes 4–6 months to process; TTPS about 2 weeks. Both cost HKD 3,500. Choice depends on education, work history, and relocation timeline.
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Dependant Visa: How Can Spouses/Children Accompany You to Hong Kong?
A Dependant Visa allows spouses, children, and parents to accompany the main visa holder to Hong Kong. This article explains who qualifies, requirements for spouses and children, the application process, rights (study and work permitted), costs, and processing times.
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How to Convert IANG to Hong Kong Permanent Residency? 7-Year Residency Rules Explained
IANG holders can apply for Hong Kong Permanent Residency (PR) after 7 years of 'ordinary residence'. This article explains the 7-year calculation (including student years), the definition of 'ordinary residence', factors that may interrupt the count, the PR application process, and subsequent rights.
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How to Apply for IANG? Do I Need a Job Offer? What If My Application Is Refused?
The IANG application process involves three steps: prepare documents before graduation, submit to the Immigration Department after graduation, and wait 2–4 weeks for approval. No employer offer is required, but a degree certificate and a clean criminal record are needed. Refusals are often due to eligibility issues or character flaws; appeals can be made to the Immigration Department.
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What Is the IANG Visa? 24 Months to Find a Job After a Hong Kong Master's Degree
The IANG (Immigration Arrangements for Non-local Graduates) allows graduates from Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, and overseas to stay in Hong Kong for 24 months to find work. This article explains IANG's definition, the 24-month rule, renewal policies, restrictions, and the transition process from a student visa.
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Who Is the Sponsor for a Hong Kong Student Visa? School Guarantee vs. Financial Sponsor
A Hong Kong student visa requires a sponsor. The school acts as the legal sponsor (handling applications and compliance), while parents/relatives serve as financial sponsors (proving fund sources). This article explains both roles, responsibilities, and consequences of sponsorship withdrawal.
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How long does a Hong Kong student visa take? When should I start preparing?
Hong Kong student visa processing takes 4–6 weeks, but the key is when you start. This article provides a month-by-month reverse timeline: submit by June for September intake, and explains differences for diploma, exchange, and master's programs, plus consequences of late submission.