WORKFORCE INFRASTRUCTURE

Hong Kong Talent Visas TTPS · QMAS · ASMTP · CIES · IANG

No local sponsor required for most tracks.

We handle the filing through our licensed partner network.

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Nearly half of all new talent visa holders fail year-two renewal due to a lack of local corporate substance. We build the bridge from entry to extension.

TTPS // Top Talent Pass Scheme

2-4 weeks

High-income earners or graduates of top-100 universities. Mainland entrepreneurs with high personal income or a top university degree.

Why You Qualify

  • No job offer required at application
  • No point calculation (you either qualify or you don't)
  • Bring spouse and children under 18

What to Watch For

  • Category A requires proven annual income ≥ HKD 2.5M (tax records, bank statements)
  • Category B requires degree from specific top-100 list (check before applying)
  • Category C has annual quota of 10,000 (first-come, first-served)
  • Renewal requires proof of genuine employment or business in Hong Kong
Every case is different. We'll review yours. Start Your Eligibility Check →

QMAS // Quality Migrant Admission Scheme

3-6 months

Skilled professionals who don't meet TTPS income or degree requirements. Mid-career professionals with strong work history but not top-100 degrees.

Why You Qualify

  • No job offer required
  • More flexible than TTPS (points-based)
  • Can switch employers freely after approval

What to Watch For

  • Points-based with new 2026 rules (meet 6+ of 12 criteria)
  • Longer processing time than TTPS
  • Higher rejection rate for borderline cases
  • Still requires renewal proof of corporate substance
Every case is different. We'll review yours. Start Your Eligibility Check →

ASMTP // Admission Scheme for Mainland Talents and Professionals

4-6 weeks

Mainland professionals who already have a Hong Kong job offer — or want us to find one. Professionals with a confirmed Hong Kong employer, or those willing to pay for job placement.

Why You Qualify

  • Clear path if employer is ready
  • Faster than QMAS
  • Can lead to permanent residency

What to Watch For

  • Employer must prove no local candidate available
  • Cannot switch employers without prior Hong Kong Immigration Department (ImmD) approval
  • If you lose your job, visa status is at risk
Every case is different. We'll review yours. Start Your Eligibility Check →

IANG // Immigration Arrangements for Non-local Graduates

2-4 weeks

Non-local graduates of Hong Kong universities. Hong Kong university graduates who want to stay and work in Hong Kong.

Why You Qualify

  • Direct path for Hong Kong graduates
  • Low initial application cost
  • Can switch employers freely

What to Watch For

  • Only available to Hong Kong university graduates
  • Renewal requires proof of employment or business
  • Limited to recent graduates (within 5 years of degree)
Every case is different. We'll review yours. Start Your Eligibility Check →

CIES // New Capital Investment Entrant Scheme

3-4 months

High-net-worth investors. Investors with substantial assets looking for Hong Kong residency.

Why You Qualify

  • No job or degree requirement
  • Clear path for investment migration
  • Bring spouse and children

What to Watch For

  • Requires HKD 30M investable assets
  • Two Certified Public Accountant (CPA) financial audit reports required (net assets + investment assets)
  • Higher hard costs than other visa tracks
Every case is different. We'll review yours. Start Your Eligibility Check →
⚠️ The Renewal Gap

Nearly half of first-batch TTPS holders did NOT apply for renewal.

Nearly half of all new talent visa holders fail year-two renewal due to a lack of local corporate substance. We build the bridge from entry to extension.

STATUTORY RENEWAL PARAMETERS:
01

Genuine local employment with market-rate salary and Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF) workplace pension records, OR

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A real business with a physical office tenancy, local employees, and clear transactional invoices

We are the only firm on this page that also builds the entity, banking, and compliance infrastructure you need for renewal success.

Why Paprikaa Labs?

TRADITIONAL VISA AGENCIES
PAPRIKAA LABS

✗ Disappear after approval

✓ Licensed legal partners for filing

✗ Offer fake contracts (The government is actively auditing these)

✓ Entity + banking setup if you start a business

✗ Have no renewal support

✓ Connection with vetted employers if you need a job

✓ Annual compliance to prove renewal substance

✓ One point of contact from application through renewal

How We Help

OUR LICENSED PARTNERS HANDLE:

01

Initial eligibility assessment

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Document preparation and verification

03

Online application filing

04

Communication with the Hong Kong Immigration Department

05

Renewal readiness planning

PAPRIKAA LABS PROVIDES:

Entity setup + business banking pipeline (for entrepreneur track)

Connection with vetted local employers (for employment track)

Annual compliance management + statutory audit execution (for renewal proof)

Paprikaa Labs refers clients to fully licensed Hong Kong partners for statutory filings, legal submissions, and employment placement. All partners hold valid HK licenses with years of experience. Every engagement follows Hong Kong law — no exceptions. We help facilitate communication; partners operate under their own licenses and terms.

Pricing

We don't publish fixed fees because every case is different. Document complexity, job placement needs, and CPA requirements change the scope.

Send us your CV and basic documents. We'll review your case within 24 hours and provide a firm, fixed quote — no surprises, no hidden fees.

Start Your Eligibility Check →

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a job offer to apply?

For TTPS and QMAS tracks: No job offer is required at the time of application. You can arrive in Hong Kong first, then look for work or start a business. For the ASMTP track: Yes, a confirmed job offer from a Hong Kong employer is required before application. If you don't have one yet, we can help connect you with vetted employers through our partner network.

Can I bring my family?

Yes. Your spouse and children under 18 can apply for dependent visas. Once approved, they can live in Hong Kong for the same duration as your visa. Spouses are also permitted to work in Hong Kong without additional approval.

How long does the initial process take?

Processing times vary by scheme: TTPS takes 2-4 weeks (fastest). QMAS takes 3-6 months (points assessment takes longer). ASMTP takes 4-6 weeks. CIES takes 3-4 months (due to CPA audit requirements). IANG takes 2-4 weeks. These are averages — actual times depend on your document quality and Immigration Department workload.

What happens if my renewal is rejected?

If renewal is rejected, you cannot reapply for the same visa scheme. Your legal residency status in Hong Kong terminates, and you must leave. This is why we focus so heavily on renewal readiness — ensuring you have genuine employment or a real business entity before your renewal date. Nearly half of first-batch TTPS holders failed renewal because they lacked local substance.

Can I switch employers?

On TTPS and QMAS tracks: Yes, you can switch employers freely. However, you must notify the Hong Kong Immigration Department within 30 days of the change. On the ASMTP track: No — you must secure prior approval from Immigration before changing employers. The new employer must also prove they couldn't find a local candidate.

I'm not sure which visa fits. Can you help?

Yes. Send us your CV and basic information through our eligibility form. A real person (not a bot) will review your profile and respond within 24 hours with your recommended track, why it fits, and a fixed quote. No obligation. No hidden fees.

Not sure which visa fits?

Send us your CV and basic information. We'll respond within 24 hours with your recommended track.

// Statutory filings and regulated submissions are executed through our licensed partner network. Paprikaa Labs remains your single point of contact.

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