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Quality Migrant Admission Scheme
Quality Migrant Admission Scheme (QMAS)
Launched in 2006, the Quality Migrant Admission Scheme (QMAS) recruits global high-calibre talents to boost Hong Kong’s economic competitiveness. Approved in the 2022 Policy Address, the annual quota was temporarily waived from 1 January 2023 to 31 December 2024, alongside a refined scoring system to lower entry barriers. The recognised university list was also extended to 198 institutions in November 2024, expanding graduate eligibility.
Launched in 2006, the Quality Migrant Admission Scheme (QMAS) recruits global high-calibre talents to boost Hong Kong’s economic competitiveness. Approved in the 2022 Policy Address, the annual quota was temporarily waived from 1 January 2023 to 31 December 2024, alongside a refined scoring system to lower entry barriers. The recognised university list was also extended to 198 institutions in November 2024, expanding graduate eligibility.
QMAS allows eligible talents to apply without a pre-arrival local job offer. Applicants are assessed via either the General Points Test or Achievement-based Points Test after meeting basic statutory requirements. Successful applicants can sponsor their spouse and unmarried dependent children under 18, so long as they can independently cover family living costs without public aid.
QMAS allows eligible talents to apply without a pre-arrival local job offer. Applicants are assessed via either the General Points Test or Achievement-based Points Test after meeting basic statutory requirements. Successful applicants can sponsor their spouse and unmarried dependent children under 18, so long as they can independently cover family living costs without public aid.
Application Requirements:
QMAS eligibility comprises two official assessment tiers: four mandatory prerequisites and a revamped 12-criterion General Points Test. Applicants must satisfy all four prerequisites and meet a minimum of six out of twelve scoring criteria for qualification.(A) Four Mandatory QMAS Prerequisites (Official)- Age: Applicants must be aged 18 or above at the time of application submission.
- Good Character: No criminal convictions or adverse immigration records in Hong Kong or any other jurisdictions.
- Language Proficiency: Possess fluent competency in English or Chinese (Mandarin/Cantonese).
- Basic Academic Qualification: Hold a recognised bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional/technical qualifications with supporting proof.
- Financial Sufficiency: Demonstrate independent financial capability to cover personal and dependents’ living and accommodation costs in Hong Kong without public assistance.
QMAS eligibility comprises two official assessment tiers: four mandatory prerequisites and a revamped 12-criterion General Points Test. Applicants must satisfy all four prerequisites and meet a minimum of six out of twelve scoring criteria for qualification.
(A) Four Mandatory QMAS Prerequisites (Official)
- Age: Applicants must be aged 18 or above at the time of application submission.
- Good Character: No criminal convictions or adverse immigration records in Hong Kong or any other jurisdictions.
- Language Proficiency: Possess fluent competency in English or Chinese (Mandarin/Cantonese).
- Basic Academic Qualification: Hold a recognised bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional/technical qualifications with supporting proof.
- Financial Sufficiency: Demonstrate independent financial capability to cover personal and dependents’ living and accommodation costs in Hong Kong without public assistance.
(B) General Points Test: The 12 Objective Criteria (Must meet ≥ 6)The Hong Kong Immigration Department overhauled the selection mechanism by replacing the old cumulative points system with a clear "Yes/No" matrix comprising 12 specific criteria across 6 categories.
Category Specific Assessment Criteria (A) Age (1) Are you aged 50 or below? (B) Education (2) Do you hold a Master's or Doctoral degree from an eligible university?
(3) Is your Master's/Doctoral degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) discipline? (C) Language (4) Are you proficient in two languages (written and spoken, e.g., Chinese and English)?
(5) Are you proficient in written and spoken English (proven by IELTS, TOEFL, or academic medium of instruction)? (D) Experience (6) Do you have at least 5 years of graduate/expert-level work experience?
(7) Are at least 3 years of that experience from a multidomestic corporation or well-known enterprise (e.g., listed companies, Fortune 500)?
(8) Are at least 3 years of that experience from a specific key sector/industry (e.g., Finance, Innovation & Tech, International Trade)?
(9) Do you have at least 2 years of overseas (including HK/Macau/Taiwan) work experience? (E) Income (10) Was your total personal income in the year immediately preceding the application HK$1 million or above (or foreign currency equivalent)? (F) Business (11) Do you own a compliant business/company with a net profit of HK$5 million or above in the past year?
(12) Do you hold at least 10% of equity shares in a publicly listed company?
(B) General Points Test: The 12 Objective Criteria (Must meet ≥ 6)
The Hong Kong Immigration Department overhauled the selection mechanism by replacing the old cumulative points system with a clear "Yes/No" matrix comprising 12 specific criteria across 6 categories.
Category Specific Assessment Criteria (A) Age (1) Are you aged 50 or below? (B) Education (2) Do you hold a Master's or Doctoral degree from an eligible university?
(3) Is your Master's/Doctoral degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) discipline?(C) Language (4) Are you proficient in two languages (written and spoken, e.g., Chinese and English)?
(5) Are you proficient in written and spoken English (proven by IELTS, TOEFL, or academic medium of instruction)?(D) Experience (6) Do you have at least 5 years of graduate/expert-level work experience?
(7) Are at least 3 years of that experience from a multidomestic corporation or well-known enterprise (e.g., listed companies, Fortune 500)?
(8) Are at least 3 years of that experience from a specific key sector/industry (e.g., Finance, Innovation & Tech, International Trade)?
(9) Do you have at least 2 years of overseas (including HK/Macau/Taiwan) work experience?(E) Income (10) Was your total personal income in the year immediately preceding the application HK$1 million or above (or foreign currency equivalent)? (F) Business (11) Do you own a compliant business/company with a net profit of HK$5 million or above in the past year?
(12) Do you hold at least 10% of equity shares in a publicly listed company?
(C) Core Document Checklist:
- Identity Documents: Valid passport biodata page, national identity card, and a recent colour passport-sized photograph.
- Financial Proof: Latest 3–6 months of personal bank statements (savings or fixed deposits), or official valuation documents for securities and real estate assets.
- Academic Credentials: Graduation certificates, official academic transcripts, and verified qualification assessment reports issued by authorised institutions, including CHSI, WES or HKCAAVQ.
- Work Experience Proof: Formal employment reference letters verifying job title and service period, service certificates, and supporting documents to confirm employer’s reputable background.
- Criterion-Specific Supporting Proof: Targeted documents corresponding to individual scoring items, such as official tax assessment records for high-income criteria, professional or STEM course syllabi, and public listing announcements for business or equity-related qualifications.
(C) Core Document Checklist:
- Identity Documents: Valid passport biodata page, national identity card, and a recent colour passport-sized photograph.
- Financial Proof: Latest 3–6 months of personal bank statements (savings or fixed deposits), or official valuation documents for securities and real estate assets.
- Academic Credentials: Graduation certificates, official academic transcripts, and verified qualification assessment reports issued by authorised institutions, including CHSI, WES or HKCAAVQ.
- Work Experience Proof: Formal employment reference letters verifying job title and service period, service certificates, and supporting documents to confirm employer’s reputable background.
- Criterion-Specific Supporting Proof: Targeted documents corresponding to individual scoring items, such as official tax assessment records for high-income criteria, professional or STEM course syllabi, and public listing announcements for business or equity-related qualifications.
Processing Time:
QMAS application is generally 7 to 10 months from the date of receiving all required documents
Required Documents:
Document Category Core Required Materials (Must be in Eng/Chn) Purpose & Key Specifications 1. Mandatory Prerequisites
1. Identity Proof: Passport bio-data page, national ID card, and a recent photo.
2. Financial Proof: Bank statements/deposit certificates from the past 3 months (approx. HK$100,000–$200,000 for a single applicant).
3. Clean Record: A declaration of no criminal record (completed directly within the online form). Verifies identity, ensures financial self-sufficiency for the first year, and clears background checks. 2. Education & Language
1. Academic Credentials: Bachelor's/Master's/PhD degree certificates and official transcripts.
2. Credential Verification: An official report from CHSI (for Mainland degrees) or WES/HKCAAVQ (for overseas degrees).
3. STEM Proof: Official course syllabus or institutional letter showing the major falls under STEM.
4. English Proficiency: Valid IELTS (≥6.0) or TOEFL (≥80) score report within 2 years. Verifies the quality of your highest degree, confirms your STEM designation, and secures English language points. 3. Experience & Income 1. Work Experience: Reference letters from each previous employer (must state job title, tenure, and detailed duties).
2. Notable Enterprise: Stock exchange ticker, Fortune 500 listings, or corporate annual reports.
3. Tax Proof: Official tax assessment notices showing a personal income of HK$1 million or above in the past year. Verifies years of professional or managerial experience, confirms notable corporate background, and validates high income. 4. Accompanying Dependents
(If relocating with family) 1. Dependents' Identity: Passports and national ID cards of your spouse and unmarried children under 18.
2. Relationship Proof: Marriage Certificate (for spouse) and Birth Certificate (for children). Processes dependent visas so your family can relocate together and access local public education and welfare.
| Document Category | Core Required Materials (Must be in Eng/Chn) | Purpose & Key Specifications |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Mandatory Prerequisites | 1. Identity Proof: Passport bio-data page, national ID card, and a recent photo. 2. Financial Proof: Bank statements/deposit certificates from the past 3 months (approx. HK$100,000–$200,000 for a single applicant). 3. Clean Record: A declaration of no criminal record (completed directly within the online form). | Verifies identity, ensures financial self-sufficiency for the first year, and clears background checks. |
| 2. Education & Language | 1. Academic Credentials: Bachelor's/Master's/PhD degree certificates and official transcripts. 2. Credential Verification: An official report from CHSI (for Mainland degrees) or WES/HKCAAVQ (for overseas degrees). 3. STEM Proof: Official course syllabus or institutional letter showing the major falls under STEM. 4. English Proficiency: Valid IELTS (≥6.0) or TOEFL (≥80) score report within 2 years. | Verifies the quality of your highest degree, confirms your STEM designation, and secures English language points. |
| 3. Experience & Income | 1. Work Experience: Reference letters from each previous employer (must state job title, tenure, and detailed duties). 2. Notable Enterprise: Stock exchange ticker, Fortune 500 listings, or corporate annual reports. 3. Tax Proof: Official tax assessment notices showing a personal income of HK$1 million or above in the past year. | Verifies years of professional or managerial experience, confirms notable corporate background, and validates high income. |
| 4. Accompanying Dependents (If relocating with family) | 1. Dependents' Identity: Passports and national ID cards of your spouse and unmarried children under 18. 2. Relationship Proof: Marriage Certificate (for spouse) and Birth Certificate (for children). | Processes dependent visas so your family can relocate together and access local public education and welfare. |
Application Procedures:
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1. Assessment & Document Preparation (6–15 days): Free eligibility evaluation, service confirmation, full document compilation and verification.
2. Submission & ImmD Vetting (4 weeks base): Official application filing with file number generated. Standard review and background checks; RFC supplementary requests add 4–8 weeks if documents are incomplete.
3. Approval & E-Visa Issuance (1–3 days): Receive official approval notice, settle related visa fee and get instant e-visa.
4. Visa Activation (3–6 months): Complete first entry to Hong Kong within the valid activation period stated on the e-visa.
5. HKID Application (Within 30 days of arrival): Book an official appointment and apply for a Hong Kong identity card.
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