In recent years, more and more Mainland families are considering acquiring Hong Kong status as an important family planning. As an international financial center and free trade port, Hong Kong not only provides an international platform for personal development, but also brings significant advantages to families in terms of education, taxation and travel.

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I. Why choose Hong Kong identity?

1. Educational advantages for children

• Local education in Hong Kong: enjoy 15 years of free public education, local students are treated as enrolled in 9 public universities in Hong Kong.
• Hong Kong DSE Exam: The pressure of competition for higher education is lower than that of the Mainland's college entrance examination, and you can apply to Hong Kong schools and universities in many countries, and you can also apply to more than 165 colleges and universities in the Mainland without taking the examination.
• Joint Entrance Examination for Overseas Chinese Students (JEE): With Hong Kong permanent resident status, you can enter 392 Mainland universities (including 985/211) with lower scores.
• International curriculum articulation: taking A-Level, IB and AP courses at HKIS makes it easier to apply to prestigious overseas schools.

2. Tax benefits

• Individual income tax is up to 151 TP3T and corporate income tax is 8.251 TP3T - 16.51 TP3T.
• Those who qualify are eligible for the Greater Bay Area Personal Tax Credit.

3. Flexible identity

• Holders of Hong Kong resident status can retain their Mainland household registration during the period and are free to choose whether or not to convert to permanent residence after seven years.
• SAR passports are visa-free for 173 countries and regions, making international travel convenient.

4. Landed student policy

• Children born in Hong Kong to a parent with Hong Kong status can directly obtain permanent residence in Hong Kong.

If you have a domestic company registration (Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Shanghai, Beijing, Hangzhou, etc.), overseas company registration (such as the United States / United Kingdom / Thailand / Singapore / Malaysia / Vietnam / Indonesia / Japan / Dubai, etc.) Hong Kong identity applications and renewals, cross-border tax planning, shareholding structure design, compliance and risk control programs, etc. needs, you can add customer service (WeChat: qcygscszk, cell phone: 18676749275), we will customize your exclusive optimization program to help you comply with business, save money and increase efficiency!

Second, the full analysis of the ways to obtain Hong Kong identity in 2026

Since 2025, Hong Kong's talent policy has gradually shifted from "grabbing talents" to "retaining talents", with greater emphasis on the substantive binding of applicants to the Hong Kong economy. At present, there are five mainstream acquisition methods as follows:

1. Hong Kong Talent Scheme

• Features: No employer sponsorship required, suitable for those with excellent overall conditions.
• New policy in 2026: Eliminate the Comprehensive Points System and replace it with "6 out of 12 assessment criteria need to be met", placing more emphasis on hard indicators such as STEM background, experience in prestigious companies, and high income.
• Suitable for: Highly educated, with background in famous enterprises and outstanding achievements in the industry.
• Renewal mode: 3+3+2 (General) or 3+5 (Top Talent).

2. Hong Kong High Achievers Programme

• Features: fast approval and clear thresholds for high-income or prestigious graduates.
• New policy in 2026: one year of shareholding is required for Class A applications, and the "two-site, two-sheet" review is strengthened for renewals.
• Categorized applications:
• Category A: Annual income ≥ HK$2.5 million
• Category B: Bachelor's Degree from Global Top 100 + 3+ years of work experience
• Category C: Top 100 Bachelor's Degree with <3 years of work experience (annual quota of $10,000)
• Suitable for: business owners, executives, graduates of prestigious schools.
• Mode of renewal: 3+3+3 for category A, 2+3+3 for category B/C.

3. Hong Kong Professionals Scheme

• Characteristics: Hong Kong employer sponsorship is required and the position matches the qualifications/experience.
• Suitable for people who have been employed by a Hong Kong company or plan to start a business in Hong Kong.
• Mode of renewal: 3+3+2, subject to continued employment.

4. Hong Kong Further Education Program

• Characteristics: Obtaining status by studying and staying in Hong Kong to work after graduation.
• Suitable for: Students or working adults who would like to pursue a full-time course in Hong Kong.
• Mode of renewal: 2 years IANG visa after graduation, followed by 2+3+3.

5. Hong Kong Immigrant Investor Program

• Features: No academic or language requirements, suitable for high net worth individuals.
• New Deal 2026: Invest HK$30 million, of which HK$3 million needs to be invested in science and technology.
• Suitable for: Those with strong assets who wish to renew their visas flexibly and do not need to reside in Hong Kong.
• Renewal mode: 2+3+3, just keep your investment.

If you have a domestic company registration (Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Shanghai, Beijing, Hangzhou, etc.), overseas company registration (such as the United States / United Kingdom / Thailand / Singapore / Malaysia / Vietnam / Indonesia / Japan / Dubai, etc.) Hong Kong identity applications and renewals, cross-border tax planning, shareholding structure design, compliance and risk control programs, etc. needs, you can add customer service (WeChat: qcygscszk, cell phone: 18676749275), we will customize your exclusive optimization program to help you comply with business, save money and increase efficiency!

III. How to choose the right pathway for you?

The key to choosing an application route for Hong Kong identity lies in examining your own conditions and the feasibility of visa renewal. Different routes correspond to different profiles of people and long-term planning, clear positioning is the first step to success.

1. Those who have sufficient funds and wish to save money

• The Immigrant Investor Program is ideal for those who have strong assets and do not wish to be tied down by requirements to work or reside in Hong Kong. It requires only a maintained investment of HK$30 million, has stable renewal and is the most autonomous and hassle-free.

2. High-income or graduates of top schools

• For business owners, executives or high-income earners with an annual salary of more than HK$2.5 million, the Highly Qualified Persons (HQP) Program is a "fast track", especially for Category A, where approval can be granted as quickly as 1-3 months. Graduates from the world's top 100 universities (Category B/C) can also obtain their status quickly.

3. Those who have been employed in Hong Kong or plan to start a business in Hong Kong

If you have already secured employment with a Hong Kong company or intend to set up a company and actually operate it in Hong Kong, the Professional Employer Scheme is a solid choice. The scheme is closely tied to the employer and has a higher approval rate.

4. Those who are willing to upgrade their education through reading

• For fresh graduates, working adults or "baby mamas", the Study Abroad Program is an extremely cost-effective way. It can not only upgrade your academic qualifications, but also obtain your identity and allow you sufficient time to stay in Hong Kong to look for a job after graduation.

5. Persons with outstanding all-round qualifications who are unable to reside in Hong Kong for the time being

• If one has a good academic background, extensive work experience or industry achievements, but is currently unable to settle in Hong Kong immediately, the QMAS provides maximum flexibility. It does not require employer sponsorship, and renewal can be done in a variety of ways to prove ties with Hong Kong, making it suitable for medium to long-term planning.

If you have a domestic company registration (Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Shanghai, Beijing, Hangzhou, etc.), overseas company registration (such as the United States / United Kingdom / Thailand / Singapore / Malaysia / Vietnam / Indonesia / Japan / Dubai, etc.) Hong Kong identity applications and renewals, cross-border tax planning, shareholding structure design, compliance and risk control programs, etc. needs, you can add customer service (WeChat: qcygscszk, cell phone: 18676749275), we will customize your exclusive optimization program to help you comply with business, save money and increase efficiency!

IV. Policy Trend Alert 2026

Hong Kong's identity policy has entered a "selective value" phase, with greater emphasis:

Renewal of Substantial Contribution: Emphasizing genuine connections such as working, starting a business and paying taxes in Hong Kong;

Thresholds have been gradually raised: for example, the "12 for 6" and "High Talent Pass" have become more stringent in the vetting of materials;

Encouragement of long term ties: top talent can get longer renewals and fast track to permanent residence.

V. Do you need Hong Kong Identity Planning?

Hong Kong identity is not only a pass, but also a long-term help for children's education, career development and asset planning. By choosing the right application path and planning your renewal strategy in advance, you will be able to successfully obtain and maintain the value of your identity.

If you are interested in Hong Kong Identity, or are not sure which way is suitable for you, welcome to contact Enterprise Cai Ying, we will provide you with professional assessment and one-stop planning services.