Capital Investment Entrant Scheme

Background

The New Capital Investment Entrant Scheme is designed to attract asset owners to settle in Hong Kong and explore diverse investment opportunities.Administered by the New Capital Investment Entrant Scheme Office under Invest Hong Kong, the scheme reviews applicants' financial assets and investments. The office also monitors whether approved applicants continuously meet the requirements for investment and investment management. The Immigration Department is responsible for processing visa/entry permit applications, extension of stay and unconditional stay applications.

Advantages:

Relaxed Requirements
No academic qualifications, management experience, or language proficiency needed
The ONLY Pathway to Unconditional Stay
Investment can be withdrawn after 7 years and obtaining unconditional stay
Foundation for Family Planning and Legacy
An independent common law judiciary provides legal protection for investors
A robust financial system and professional service institutions ensuring support for personal and family investment management, corporate finance, family governance and legacy planning
High-Quality Education and Lifestyle
World-class education system and a multicultural living environment to build a strong foundation for the future
Low Taxes Rates and Simple Tax System
Maximum personal income tax rate of 17%, and corporate income tax rate of 16.5%
Double taxation agreements signed with multiple countries and regions

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Investment Requirements

1. Financial assets-Minimum investment of HK$27 million in the following categories: Stocks Bonds Certificates of Deposit Subordinated Debt-Eligible Collective Investment Schemes and Limited Partnership Funds totaling at least HK$17 million

2. Non-residential real estate-Minimum investment of HK$10 million

3. Residential real estate-Transactions must have a minimum value of HK$50 million, with an investment of at least HK$10 million

4. Innovation and technology investment-HK$3 million allocated within the New Capital Investment Entrant Scheme portfolio to support innovation and technology sectors, as well as other industries critical to Hong Kong's long- term economic development

Eligibility Criteria

1. Applicants must be 18 years or older and have no criminal record

2. Must belong to one of the following categories:

- Foreign nationals (excluding citizens of Afghanistan, Cuba and North Korea)

- Chinese nationals who have acquired foreign permanent residency

- Taiwanese residents

- Macau residents

3. Hold net assets or net capital worth at least HK$30 million or its equivalent in foreign currency for six consecutive months prior to application submission. Assets may include global holdings

4. Invest at least HK$30 million in eligible investment asset categories (see investment requirements)

5. Other requirements

Source: https://www.newcies.gov.hk/en/