Hong Kong is an internationally developed metropolis with a highly advanced information system. The benefits of holding a Hong Kong identity are not just for individuals.
Currently, the mainstream entry programs attracting people from the mainland to Hong Kong include the Quality Migrant Admission Scheme, the Talent Admission Scheme, studying in Hong Kong, and the Technology Talent Admission Scheme, all of which allow one person to obtain Hong Kong identity and benefit the whole family.
 

Once approved for Hong Kong identity (no need to wait for 7 years to obtain permanent residency), the applicant and their spouse and children can enjoy benefits and advantages in healthcare, education, economy, travel, and more. Today, we will detail the Hong Kong Quality Talent Scheme:Hong Kong Quality Talent Scheme

The full name of the Hong Kong Quality Talent Scheme is the Quality Migrant Admission Scheme.

(Quality Migrant Admission Scheme) is a talent introduction program in Hong Kong, officially launched by the Hong Kong SAR government on February 23, 2006, aimed at attracting high-skilled and outstanding industry talents to settle in Hong Kong to enhance its competitiveness. The selection criteria focus more on whether the applicant's achievements in their professional field are essential for the economic development of Hong Kong.Basic requirements for applying for the Hong Kong Quality Talent SchemeAccording to the regulations of the Hong Kong Immigration Department, applicants must meet all the following basic qualifications:Age: Applicants must be 18 years old or above when submitting their application under this scheme.

Financial requirements: Applicants must prove that they can independently support themselves and their dependents during their stay in Hong Kong without relying on public assistance.

Good character: Applicants must not have a criminal record or adverse immigration record in Hong Kong or elsewhere.
Language proficiency: Applicants must have good written and spoken proficiency in Chinese or English.(Chinese spoken language refers to Mandarin or Cantonese).

Basic education: Applicants must have a good educational background, generally requiring a university degree awarded by a recognized university or higher education institution. In special circumstances, good technical qualifications, proven professional abilities, or experience and achievements supported by documentation may also be considered.

Ten major advantages of the Hong Kong Quality Talent Scheme

01 Retain mainland identityCurrently, applying for Hong Kong identity through the Quality Talent Scheme, Hong Kong Special Talent Scheme, studying in Hong Kong, and Hong Kong Technology Talent Scheme does not require cancellation of the mainland household registration (exception: for family reunion applications, the mainland household registration must be canceled before applying for a one-way permit).

02 No birth restrictions

Children born in Hong Kong can obtain a Hong Kong permanent resident identity card.03 International educational resources


Children can access richer educational resources. Children with Hong Kong identity can attend various schools in Hong Kong (including international schools) and can also enroll in international schools in the mainland.
04 Higher education resources

At the critical moment of further education, candidates with Hong Kong identity can take the DSE exam to enter universities in Hong Kong/overseas; or apply for prestigious universities in the mainland without examination based on DSE results; or participate in the Overseas Chinese Students Joint Examination to bypass the fierce competition of the college entrance examination and enter top universities in the mainland.
05 Social security system



Hong Kong's medical security system allows all Hong Kong residents to enjoy high-quality medical services at low prices. Even non-permanent residents can have their children vaccinated for free.
06 Career development advantages

For those employed locally in Hong Kong, they can access more international renowned companies. Holding a Hong Kong identity can be a powerful tool for career advancement.
07 Free business environmentIn Hong Kong's open and free business environment, the procedures for establishing a business are simple and quick, with low costs and low thresholds. Moreover, Hong Kong companies benefit from enhanced international visibility, aiding brand development. This international city allows enterprises from any country or region to thrive, serving as a window for expanding into international markets and a springboard for entering the mainland market.




08 Special Administrative Region passport for travel
After becoming a permanent resident of Hong Kong, one can apply for a Hong Kong Special Administrative Region passport. The Hong Kong SAR passport allows visa-free access to many countries and regions, facilitates transit in third countries, and has shorter waiting times and more lenient conditions for applying to immigrate abroad.

09 Simple tax system and low tax rates
In Hong Kong, the profits tax rate (corporate income tax) is 16.5%, and the maximum salary tax (personal income tax) rate is 15%, among the lowest in the world. Additionally, married individuals, those with children, or those supporting parents can receive additional tax allowances.

For Hong Kong companies, the profits tax rate for profits up to 2 million HKD is only 8.25%, and the tax rate for the excess is only 16.5%. Furthermore, under a simple tax system, there are no sales tax, value-added tax, withholding tax, or consumption tax burdens.
10 Opportunities in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area

For high-end and urgently needed talents working in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, the personal income tax paid in the nine cities of the Pearl River Delta that exceeds 15% of their taxable income will be subsidized by the local government. With the development of the Greater Bay Area, more favorable policies are expected in the future.
成为香港永久性居民后即可申请香港特区护照。香港特区护照可以免签171个国家和地区，还能在第三国中转，而且申请移居国外的排期更短，条件更宽松。

09税制简税率低
在香港，利得税率（企业所得税）为16.5%，薪俸税（个人所得税）率最高为15%，属全球最低之列。另外，已婚人士、拥有子女或供养父母等，都能额外获得相应的免税额。



香港企业首200万港元的利得税税率仅8.25%，超出部分的应评税税率仅16.5%，同时，简单的税制之下，没有销售税、增值税、预扣税、消费税等多项税务负担。
10粤港澳大湾区机遇
对在粤港澳大湾区工作的境外高端人才和紧缺人才，其在珠三角九市缴纳的个人所得税已缴税额超过其按应纳税所得额的15%计算的税额部分，由珠三角九市人民政府给予财政补贴。随着粤港澳大湾区的建设发展，未来将有更多利好政策。