Route to Hong Kong PR — A Complete Guide to Quality Migrant Admission Scheme and Its Advantages for Expats
Known as QMAS, the Hong Kong Quality Migrant Admission Scheme is the first talent-oriented immigration program by the HKSAR government, seeking to attract highly skilled or talented persons to settle in Hong Kong to enhance Hong Kong’s competitiveness in different aspects. Applicants fulfill either of the two point-based tests available for application submission. Successful applicants will be issued a 36-month entry permit to reside in Hong Kong.
Quality Migrant Admission Scheme (QMAS)
Since 2023, the Hong Kong government has been optimizing various talent introduction plans, to attract people from multiple regions to come to Hong Kong for development.
Here are some key points that have made it easier to apply:
⭕Removal of quota restrictions: Previously, there were 4,000 quotas per year, but now this restriction has been removed, which means that applicants are no longer bound by quotas and can submit applications at any time.
⭕Score adjustment and bonus points: The total score has been raised from 225 points to 245 points, but the minimum application threshold has been maintained at 80 points. At the same time, bonus points for work experience in famous enterprises are added, providing an additional 20 points for talents who have worked in well-known companies for more than 3 years.
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⭕Process Simplification: the interview process is canceled, the approval process is expected to be completed within 5 months, and the direct approval result is rejection or approval, which greatly improves the efficiency.
⭕Changes in the renewal mode: The initial approval of the stay period has been extended to 3 years, and the subsequent renewal mode has been adjusted to 3+3+2, providing a clearer path for applicants to become permanent residents.
⭕Less required documents: overseas transcripts do not need to be sealed, and no criminal certificate is required when applying, but it is necessary to ensure that there is no bad record.
⭕Expansion of the talent list: The talent list has been expanded from 13 to 51 items, covering more professional fields, and specific professionals can directly get extra points, encouraging talents in specific industries to apply.
⭕Optimization of the online application system: Applicants can complete the application online, and those who do not meet the basic qualifications will not be able to submit, which not only simplifies the process but also improves transparency.
Notes: These changes have not only lowered the threshold for application but also simplified the process, making it easier for eligible applicants to apply and move to Hong Kong.
Eligibility Criteria
🔶Basic Qualifications
1. Applicants must be over 18 years old
2. Bachelor’s degree or above, and obtain a degree certificate
3. To be able to afford the expenses of living in Hong Kong for yourself or your family, you need to have proof of assets, HKD120,000 for individuals and about HKD 350,000 for families.
4. No criminal record
🔶Scoring System (GPT/APT)
After meeting the basic conditions, you can choose to submit your application under the Achievement Points Test (APT) or the General Points Test (GPT), and most people are able to calculate their scores before submitting their application through the GPT.
✅General Points Test (GPT)
The scoring criteria are based on the applicant’s age, education, work experience, talent list, language ability, family background, and other 6 aspects, the total score is 245 points, and the application can be submitted if it reaches 80 points.
- Age (up to 30 points)
- Language ability (20 points)
- Academic qualifications (70 points)
- Work Experience (75 points),
- Talent List (30 points)
- Family Background （20 points）
A total score of 245 points, and you can apply if you reach 80 points. If unsure about the GPT assessment, DM us and our experts will check your eligibility!
✅Achievement-based System (APT)
Dedicated to top-notch talents who have achieved outstanding achievements (e.g. Nobel Prizes, international/national awards, Olympic medals) and who have been highly recognized by their peers or who have made significant contributions to the development of their sector.
Advantages of QMAS
Although the Hong Kong QMAS is a popular way to get PR in Hong Kong, and it attracts many people with high education and rich work experience, it does not mean that everyone is suitable for obtaining Hong Kong Citizenship through QMAS and it is necessary to see if you can accept the disadvantages of QMAS before making a decision.
📌Cost-effective: Compared with investment immigration, the application cost of the Hong Kong Quality Migrant Scheme is lower. The whole family gets the PR in Hong Kong through a single application, which is cost-effective.
📌Loose industry restrictions: A points system is adopted, and there are no specific restrictions on the applicant’s industry, compared with some programs in other regions, such as the Macao Quality Talent Scheme, Hong Kong Quality Talents is more flexible in the choice of industry.
📌No pre-employment required: Applicants do not need to be employed by a Hong Kong employer in advance, which is different from the Talent Scheme.
📌Flexible renewal: After approval, the renewal conditions are relatively relaxed, and it is not mandatory to work or reside in Hong Kong, as long as it is proved that you usually reside in Hong Kong.
📌Multiple application opportunities: Even if the application is rejected, there is still a chance to reapply, but the permanent residence calculation will be reset.
Shortages of QMAS
❌1. Specific regional restrictions: Applicants of Afghanistan, Cuba, North Korea, and other nationalities are not available.
❌2. Academic threshold: The basic requirement is a bachelor’s degree, and master’s applicants without a degree certificate need to calculate work experience from the time they obtain a master’s degree.
❌3. Required documents are relatively complex: a large number of documents need to be collected; including personal, work, assets, language, and academic certificates, and the materials need to be prepared accurately.
❌4. Long application cycle: it takes about 6–12 months, which is the slowest approval speed among several talents.
How to Improve the Success Rate?
There are also certain skills in applying for a QMAS visa, and the following 5 aspects can improve your success rate:
🔹Clarify personal strengths
According to the application requirements, evaluate your academic qualifications, work experience, industry background, language ability, etc., especially whether you meet the criteria of “high-tech talents” or “excellent talents”.
The key point is to highlight our advantages, such as rich work experience, excellent technical ability, and management ability to lead the team;
🔹Prepare complete application materials
Ensure that all scoring items have proof documents, including academic certificates, work experience certificates, language proficiency certificates, etc.
🔹Carefully write documents
The plan for going to Hong Kong should be concise and convincing, highlighting the development plan for Hong Kong and the expected contribution to Hong Kong, and each part should be controlled within 100 words. The essay should accurately reflect the individual’s strengths, but avoid exaggeration.
🔹Assistance from professional immigration agents
If your time or energy is limited, consider finding assistance from a professional agency that can provide professional document editing and “one-stop” service guidance to reduce risk.
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🔹Apply it as soon as possible
Given the long processing time, prepare and submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing out on the best time, especially given possible policy changes.
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