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Hong Kong
Investment Visa
For Entrepreneurs
The Hong Kong investment visa, formally the entry for investment as entrepreneurs, lets non-local founders and investors establish or join a business in Hong Kong and live in the city while they run it. There is no fixed minimum investment and no points test. Instead, the Immigration Department assesses whether your business will make a genuine contribution to the local economy, so a clear, viable business plan sits at the heart of the application. Successful applicants can settle, bring their family, and build toward permanent residency.
Investment Entrepreneur Visa at a Glance
Investment Entrepreneur Visa — Key Facts
Who it suits
Non-local founders and investors establishing or joining a Hong Kong business
Route
Entry for investment as entrepreneurs, under the General Employment Policy
Minimum investment
No statutory minimum; assessed on economic contribution
Job offer
Not required, since you run your own Hong Kong business
Core requirement
A clear, viable business plan and adequate financial resources
Initial stay
Up to 36 months, renewable
Dependents
A spouse and unmarried children under 18 may join
Pathway
Permanent residency after seven years of continuous ordinary residence
Service fee
HKD 19,800 for our visa consultation service
Want to know whether your business is likely to meet the requirements? You can check your eligibility for the Hong Kong investment visa or book a consultation with our team to plan the next step.
Who the Investment Entrepreneur Visa Is For
For Applicants
If you are a non-local entrepreneur or investor who wants to establish or join a business in Hong Kong, this route lets you live in the city while you build and run it. You do not need an employer to sponsor you, and there is no fixed investment figure. What matters is that your business is viable and contributes to the local economy, which you set out in your business plan.
For Companies
If your group is expanding into Hong Kong, this is the route for the founder or director who will establish and run the local entity. We can incorporate the Hong Kong company, prepare the business case, and handle the visa together, then support you as you build a local team. If you instead want to bring in an employee to fill a defined role, the standard Hong Kong employment visa is the relevant route.
Eligibility Criteria for the Investment Entrepreneur Visa
To qualify, you generally need to:
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Have a good educational background, normally a first degree, or strong technical qualifications, proven professional ability, or relevant experience and a track record.
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Have no criminal record and no adverse immigration record in Hong Kong or elsewhere.
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Be able to invest in, or join, a business in Hong Kong and play an active part in running it.
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Show adequate financial resources to establish the business and support yourself and any dependents.
There is no statutory minimum investment and no points test. The Immigration Department assesses whether your business will make a genuine contribution to Hong Kong, weighing factors such as:
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The business plan and its commercial viability.
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Your financial resources and the level of investment.
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The business turnover, or realistic projected turnover.
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The number of local jobs the business creates.
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Any new technology, skills, or expertise it introduces to Hong Kong.
Please note:
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You will normally need a Hong Kong registered company with a Business Registration Certificate, a business bank account, and suitable premises for the business.
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The route does not apply to nationals of certain countries, consistently including Afghanistan, Cuba, and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea. This list is set by the government and can change, so confirm your eligibility with us.
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Requirements may change over time as government policy evolves.
Entry of Dependents Under the Scheme
Successful applicants can apply to bring a spouse and unmarried dependent children under 18 to Hong Kong, provided they can support and accommodate the family without relying on public assistance. A dependant's limit of stay is normally linked to that of the sponsor, and dependents can generally work or study during their permitted stay. If you are relocating with family, our team can handle the related dependent visa applications alongside your own.
Processing Time and Approval
The Immigration Department assesses each application, and the time taken depends on the strength and completeness of your business case and the Department's own process. The Department handles and decides all matters relating to these visas, processing times are set by the Department, and approval is entirely at its discretion. Early-stage and start-up businesses are often examined more closely, since the Department looks at whether the assumptions are realistic and whether the business can be sustained beyond its first phase. The Director of Immigration can reject an application even when it appears to meet the criteria, which is exactly why a complete, well-prepared business case matters.
Benefits of the Investment Entrepreneur Visa
For Applicants
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Live in Hong Kong while you establish and run your own business.
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No fixed minimum investment and no points test, so your case rests on the strength of your business.
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Freedom to build, hire, and grow your company during your stay.
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The option to bring your spouse and children with you.
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A clear pathway to permanent residency after seven years of continuous ordinary residence.
For Companies
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A compliant way to place a founder or director in Hong Kong to run a new entity.
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Company incorporation, the business case, and the visa handled together.
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Support to build a local team once you are established.
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A base in a leading financial hub with direct access to the Greater Bay Area.
Qualifications and Documents Required
For Applicants
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A strong application rests on a credible business case, so preparing early matters. You will typically provide:
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A passport valid well beyond your intended stay.
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Accurately and truthfully completed application forms.
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A detailed business plan, normally covering two to three years, with financial projections.
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Your company's Business Registration Certificate and incorporation documents.
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A business bank account and evidence of funds available to the business.
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Proof of your own financial standing.
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Educational certificates and professional qualifications, or clear evidence of your track record.
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A detailed resume or curriculum vitae.
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Evidence of premises for the business, such as a tenancy agreement.
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Proof of accommodation arrangements in Hong Kong.
For Companies
As the expanding group, you supply the corporate side of the case: the structure of the Hong Kong entity, the role the applicant will hold, the funding behind the business, and the commercial rationale for the local operation. We assemble and check this with you so the business case stands up to review the first time.
Investment Entrepreneur Visa Versus Other Investment Routes
Hong Kong offers more than one way to settle through investment, so it helps to see how the entrepreneur route compares with the capital investment scheme and the talent routes.
If you would rather settle through a qualifying investment without running a business, the New Capital Investment Entrant Scheme may suit you better. If you qualify on income or education alone, the Top Talent Pass Scheme or the Quality Migrant Admission Scheme can be simpler routes, and we handle all of them.
The Application Process Step by Step
For Companies
Your involvement focuses on the corporate case rather than the filing. You confirm the structure of the Hong Kong entity, the funding, and the role the applicant will hold, and we prepare the business plan and justification around it. Plan the launch around the Department's processing window rather than a fixed date. As you grow the local team, our Employer of Record service can onboard early hires compliantly, with ongoing HR compliance support afterwards.
Evaluation and Approval Process
For Applicants
The Immigration Department reviews your business plan, finances, and background, focusing on whether the business is viable and will contribute to the Hong Kong economy. It may request further documentation or clarification on your projections. Eligible applicants are notified of approval, and collection is arranged. We provide guidance throughout to support a complete and well-prepared business case.
For Companies
The assessment is about the business itself, not the group sending the applicant. The clearer and more realistic the commercial case, the smoother the review tends to be. We help you present it consistently across every document.
Renewal and Extension
An approved investment visa is granted for an initial period and can be renewed or extended as your business continues to operate. Start the process before your current visa expires to maintain an uninterrupted stay. Gather your passport, the renewal form, updated business and financial records that show the company is active and contributing, proof of accommodation, and any other supporting documents, then submit through us. We verify that everything is accurate and complete and guide you through the renewal or extension, so you can stay focused on your business while we handle the paperwork.
Common Rejection Causes and How to Avoid Them
For Applicants
The most common reasons applications fall short are:
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A weak or unrealistic business plan, or projections that do not hold up.
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Insufficient evidence of the financial resources to establish and sustain the business.
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A business case that does not clearly show a contribution to the Hong Kong economy.
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Incomplete or inaccurate documents or company records.
To reduce these risks, build a clear and realistic business plan, evidence your funding and the level of investment, show the local jobs, skills, or value the business brings, and keep your company records accurate and current. We handle this groundwork for you, which is a large part of how we help present a complete and consistent case.
For Companies
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A thin commercial rationale for the Hong Kong operation.
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Funding or company records that are missing or inconsistent.
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Projections that do not match the resources behind the business.
A short review with us before submission removes most of these risks.
How We Support Investment Entrepreneur Visa Applications
For Applicants
From the moment you reach out, you work with a dedicated consultant who manages your case from initial assessment through company setup, business plan preparation, submission, and final collection, then supports you on arrival. With experience across many Hong Kong investment visa cases, we work through the requirements efficiently and keep you informed at every stage. A service fee refund may apply under our stated terms, and the final decision on any visa always rests with the Immigration Department.
For Companies
We take the Hong Kong setup off your plate, from incorporating the entity and preparing the business case to handling the visa and, as you grow, onboarding local hires through our Employer of Record service with ongoing HR compliance support. For groups relocating several people, we offer corporate rates and a discount for every 10 applications. Talk to our team to map out your next step.
What Makes Us a Trusted Partner
We have built a reputation as a reliable partner for Hong Kong investment visas, and for good reason.
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Experience and knowledge. A deep understanding of the investment visa requirements and how the Immigration Department assesses a business case.
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Business plan support. We prepare clear, realistic business plans and financial projections that present your case completely.
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Personalized service. We tailor our support to each client's circumstances, from first assessment to final collection.
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A streamlined process. We handle every aspect of the application so a complex process feels smooth and efficient.
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Clear communication. We respond promptly and keep you informed at every stage.
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Customer satisfaction. Our track record of helping founders, families, and companies is how we measure our own success.
Disclaimer: We provide independent immigration advice and assistance and are not affiliated with the Hong Kong Government or the Immigration Department.
Investment Entrepreneur Visa Service Fees
Investment Entrepreneur Visa Service Fees
New investment as entrepreneurs visa
HKD 19,800 for our visa consultation service.
Government fees are charged separately by the Immigration Department per applicant.
Business plan writing
HKD 9,800*
Each additional dependent visa
from HKD 4,380*
Renewal or extension
HKD 8,800*
*Fees do not include overseas courier costs, certified translation, or company incorporation.
Special offers: 10% off for every 10 applications. For corporate rates, contact us for a quotation. You can review everything on our service fees page.