QMAS, Quality Migrant Admission Scheme
Suitable for highly educated, professionally skilled, and internationally competitive talents
Features of the Quality Migrant Admission Scheme (QMAS)
The Quality Migrant Admission Scheme (QMAS) is an immigration program launched by the Hong Kong SAR government, aimed at attracting individuals with exceptional talents or professional skills from around the world to develop in Hong Kong. The scheme operates on a points-based system and does not require prior employment from a Hong Kong employer. Once approved, successful applicants have the freedom to seek employment, start a business, or engage in professional activities in Hong Kong.
This program offers significant flexibility for highly educated and skilled individuals, allowing them to search for development opportunities after obtaining their visa. Applicants can leverage Hong Kong’s advantages of an international market, low tax environment, and extensive business network to pursue personal careers or professional development. Successful applicants will be issued a 2-year visa and can bring their spouse and dependent children to Hong Kong. Through the 2+3+3 year renewal model, applicants can apply for Hong Kong permanent residency after 7 years
Application Requirements
Two scoring methods are available; choose one
Comprehensive Points-Based System
The maximum score is 245 points, with 80 points as the minimum threshold
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Age (30-39 years old, maximum 30 points)
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Education (Doctorate 40 points, Master's 20 points, Bachelor's 10 points)
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Work Experience (More than 10 years: 55 points)
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Language Proficiency (Fluent in both Chinese and English: 20 points)
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Other Achievements (e.g., international awards: 20 points)
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The Achievement-Based Scoring System targets individuals with outstanding achievements, such as Olympic medals, Nobel Prizes, etc., allowing for direct approval
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Target Audience
This program offers great flexibility for highly educated and professional individuals. Applicants can secure a visa first and then look for ideal development opportunities, fully leveraging Hong Kong's advantages in the international market
Advantages and Features
The points-based system is used to select top global talent, with no employer sponsorship required. Once approved, applicants have the freedom to work or start a business in Hong Kong
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No employer sponsorship is required, offering more freedom compared to the General Employment Policy
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Education and skills have a significant impact, with higher-scoring applicants having a greater advantage
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The application process is highly competitive, with an annual quota limit, requiring applicants to compete with other talents
How to Choose the Right Immigration Pathway for Yourself?
You can refer to this table to determine which immigration pathway is most suitable for you
| Program | Employer Sponsorship Required | Investment Requirement | Visa Flexibility | Competition Level | Target Audience |
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| High Talent Scheme | ❌ | ❌ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐ | Graduates from top 100 universities, high-income individuals |
| General Employment Policy | ✅ | ❌ | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐ | Professionals with a job offer from a Hong Kong employer |
| Quality Migrant Admission Scheme | ❌ | ❌ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐ | Highly educated, highly skilled talents |
| Investment Immigration | ❌ | ✅ (HKD 30 million) | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐ | High-net-worth investors |
Complete Guide to Hong Kong Immigration Programs
General Employment Policy / Quality Migrant Admission Scheme / High Talent Scheme / Investment Immigration
As an international financial hub, Hong Kong offers a low-tax system, a free economic environment, and world-class education and healthcare, making it an attractive destination for global talent and investors. The government has launched several immigration programs, including the General Employment Policy, Quality Migrant Admission Scheme, High Talent Scheme, and Investment Immigration, catering to individuals from various backgrounds.
General Employment Policy
Suitable for individuals with professional skills and a job offer from a Hong Kong company
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You must have a job offer from a Hong Kong company in order to apply for the visa.
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Visa renewal follows a 2+3+3 year pattern, and applicants may apply for Hong Kong permanent residency after 7 years of residence
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Spouses and minor children can accompany the applicant, and the spouse is allowed to work freely in Hong Kong
Top Talent Pass Scheme (TTPS)
Suitable for graduates from the world’s top 100 universities and high-income individuals
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No sponsorship from a Hong Kong employer is required; applicants are free to seek employment or start a business
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Directly granted a 2-year visa, with the option to bring a spouse and dependent children under 18 to Hong Kong
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Relaxed eligibility criteria with relatively fast processing time (approximately 4 to 8 weeks)
The Capital Investment Entrant Scheme (Investment Immigration)
Suitable for high-net-worth individuals who wish to obtain residency through investment
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Required to invest HKD 30 million in eligible assets (such as stocks, funds, or real estate)
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No need to establish or manage a business — simply maintain the investment
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The renewal follows a 2+3+3 year pattern, and after 7 years of continuous residence, applicants may apply for Hong Kong permanent residency