Step 1: Financial & Background Assessment
Complete a full net-worth verification and background check to confirm eligibility for the Hong Kong CIES fund investment route.
Minimum investment HK$30,000,000; Typical timeline 3 months; 3 highlights
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The Hong Kong Fund Investment route under the Capital Investment Entrant Scheme (CIES) grants residency to qualified investors who allocate HKD 30,000,000 to an approved Hong Kong fund. Spouse and dependent children may be included. No mandatory physical presence is required during application. With residence and compliant maintenance of the investment, applicants can apply for permanent residency after 7 years.
Invest a minimum HKD 30M in a CIES-approved fund and maintain the investment for 7 years. Applicants must evidence net assets ≥ HKD 30M within the preceding two years and document the lawful source of funds. Ongoing regulatory and reporting compliance is required throughout the visa period.
Fees listed: 2 line items. Estimated totals: HK$30,050,000 (HKD). Proof of funds items: 1.
Detailed fee table
| Item | Price | When | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum Fund Investment | HK$30,000,000 | Before visa issuance | Invest in an approved Hong Kong fund and maintain for at least 7 years. |
| Application & Due Diligence | HK$50,000 | On submission | Approximate professional fees for main applicant and dependents. |
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Show net assets ≥ HKD 30M for at least 6 months within the last 2 years; document lawful source of funds.
Figures are indicative and may change with family size, project selection and program updates.
Complete a full net-worth verification and background check to confirm eligibility for the Hong Kong CIES fund investment route.
Submit the official Capital Investment Entrant Scheme (CIES) fund investment application to the Hong Kong Immigration Department.
Upon receiving approval-in-principle, transfer the investment amount into a government-approved investment fund in Hong Kong.
Maintain the qualifying fund investment and provide annual compliance and performance reports as required by Hong Kong authorities.
Apply for extensions before visa expiry to continue lawful residence while maintaining investment compliance.
After 7 years of continuous residence, apply for Hong Kong permanent residency, including eligible dependents.
| Feature | Fund Investment | Business Investment | Property Investment | Securities Investment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum Amount | HKD 30,000,000 | HKD 30,000,000 | HKD 30,000,000 | HKD 30,000,000 |
| Asset Type | Approved funds / financial instruments | Equity in business | Real estate | Listed securities |
| Holding Period | 7 years | 7 years | 7 years | 7 years |
| Family Inclusion | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Presence Needed | Not required | Not required | Not required | Not required |
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