Admission Scheme for Mainland Talents and Professionals (ASMTP)
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Admission Scheme for Mainland Talents and Professionals (ASMTP)
Admission Scheme for Mainland Talents and Professionals (ASMTP)
Hong Kong · Work
What it is
Hong Kong admission scheme for Chinese residents of the Mainland who possess special skills, knowledge or experience of value to, and not readily available in, the HKSAR. Requires a confirmed offer of employment.
Key facts
- Category
- Work
- Duration
- Initial stay of 36 months on employment condition, or the duration of the employment contract, whichever is shorter.
- Processing time
- Up to 4 weeks
- Maximum validity
- 3 years
- Path to permanent residence
- Indirect route
- Dependants
- Yes
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all, so confirm your own case on the official page.
Fees
- Application fee (non-refundable (specified scheme))
- HKD 600
- Application fee (visa issuance fee on approval)
- HKD 1,300
- Application fee (visa issuance fee on approval)
- HKD 600
Key requirements
- Chinese resident of the Mainland
- Special skills, knowledge or experience of value to the HKSAR
- Confirmed offer of employment
- Good education background, normally a first degree
- Remuneration broadly commensurate with the market level
Working on this visa
Employment for the sponsoring employer under the Admission Scheme for Mainland Talents and Professionals.
Money you must show
No likelihood of becoming a burden on the HKSAR (no amount)
Facts checked against the official source. Last updated 18 July 2026.