Entering Hong Kong for Study
Non-local students (those without the right of abode) must obtain a student visa or entry permit before they may study in Hong Kong. Once you have been accepted by a Hong Kong institution, you must find a local sponsor to support your visa application. Your school can usually arrange this. See Preparation for Study for more information. Your visa or entry permit allows you to pursue education in Hong Kong, but not to work. You can't take on any employment, paid or unpaid (unless you can convince the Immigration Department that your part-time job is related to your studies). Internships are only permitted if they are required as part of your academic program. |  |
You'll need to renew your visa each year to continue your studies. Your parents would probably be unhappy if you got deported for illegal residence, so do it at least four weeks before your old one expires!
Working in Hong Kong
Technically, people who are already in Hong Kong are not supposed to be granted employment visas. Also, don't forget that you can't work while you're studying. However, if you're offered a job after graduation, it's not impossible to take it. Going home and returning to Hong Kong on the new visa is usually acceptable. A competitive plan to attract talented immigrants allows some individuals with exceptional skills to apply settle here permanently.
Contact the Immigration Department (852-2824-6111, or www.immd.gov.hk) for more information.
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