Hong Kong’s New Talent Admission Policies for Graduates

Hong Kong’s Admission Update for International Graduates 🎓

Exciting news for international graduates! 🔔 Recently, the Hong Kong Immigration Department announced updates to the list of universities whose graduates are eligible for B and C class talent applications. As of December, graduates from nine esteemed Australian universities will be directly considered for residency in Hong Kong. Here’s a rundown of the universities included:

• University of Melbourne
• Monash University
• Australian National University
• University of Sydney
• University of New South Wales
• Western Sydney University
• University of Adelaide
• University of Queensland
• University of Technology Sydney

Statistics on Talent Applications 📊

According to the Secretary for Labour and Welfare, Sun Yuhan, during a recent Legislative Council meeting, Hong Kong has received nearly 180,000 applications for various talent admission schemes this year alone. Out of these, approximately 120,000 have been approved. 🌟

About 75,000 successful applicants have arrived in Hong Kong, along with around 75,000 dependents. Breaking this down, approvals under the High-Quality Talent Scheme, Quality Migrant Admission Scheme, and Talent Import Scheme totaled 34,360, 9,423, and 21,296 respectively.

Top Applicant Regions 🌍

The majority of approved talent applications came from qualified universities in Mainland China, with 14,332 submissions. Other significant contributions were from the United States (3,111), Australia (2,626), the United Kingdom (1,743), and Canada (1,374).

The High-Quality Talent Scheme – A Global Opportunity 🌟

Sun Yuhan indicated that the High-Quality Talent Scheme will expand its overseas promotion efforts. This program is not just limited to applicants from Mainland China; it is open to talents from around the globe. With increasing international applications, promoting this initiative internationally is vital.

Eligibility Requirements for the High-Quality Talent Scheme 🔑

• A Class: Annual salary of HKD 2.5 million in the past year, with tax proof submitted.
• B Class: Bachelor’s degree from a top 100 global university and at least 3 years of work experience in the past 5 years.
• C Class: Graduation from a top 100 global university within the last 5 years (only 10,000 slots available, so applying soon is crucial!).

Important Notes:

• Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree from one of the listed universities.
• Successful applicants will initially receive a two-year residency status (not permanent residency).
• Permanent residency requires seven years, with two temporary renewals, which require employment during the residency period.

Conclusion 💡

The updates to Hong Kong’s talent admission policies provide an exciting opportunity for graduates from top global universities, particularly those in Australia. As the city continues to attract skilled individuals from around the world, it reinforces its position as a hub for global talent. Don’t miss the chance if you are eligible – the application window might be limited, but the opportunity is boundless! 🌏