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Unconditional Stay (無條件逗留)
Hong KongHong Kong•Asia
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Unconditional Stay (無條件逗留)

Work PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Remote Work

At a Glance

Processing Time

1–3 months

Estimated Cost

HKD $1,900

Stay Duration

Indefinite

Not renewable

Renewal

Not renewable

Family

Not specified

PR Pathway

Yes

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote work OK

Overview

Permanent unrestricted work and residency status for residents of any nationality after 7 continuous years.

Hong Kong's Unconditional Stay is granted after seven years continuous residence, removing employment or education sponsorship requirements. It decouples legal status from a single employer, positioning the holder as "settled" one step before formal permanent residency.

Fee is HK$1,900 (HK$600 processing, HK$1,300 visa), processed in 30–90 days. Status is permanent provided you visit Hong Kong annually. Unrestricted work rights: change jobs, launch ventures, or remain unemployed. Spouses may work unrestricted. No sponsorship or renewal required.

This visa is ideal for expatriates in finance, tech, law, or academia after seven years in Hong Kong who seek professional autonomy without sponsorship renewal burden.

Cost Breakdown

Processing feeHKD $600
Visa feeHKD $1,300
TotalHKD $1,900

Stay & Extensions

Status typePermanent / indefinite

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Right of Abode / Permanent Residence (居留權/永久性居民)
Hong Kong flagHong Kong

Right of Abode / Permanent Residence (居留權/永久性居民)

ValidityIndefinite
Processing1–3 months
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Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Resided for 7 years

Held a qualifying visa throughout the 7 years

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Proof of 7 years of residence

Passport

Resume

Tax returns

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Open to all nationalities — no nationality-based restrictions
  • Unlimited stay without renewal requirements or expiration
  • Unrestricted work rights — switch employers or start a business freely
  • Spouse can work without limitations or separate sponsorship
  • Permanent residency pathway — no education or income requirements
  • Dual intent allowed — can maintain ties to home country while residing in HK
  • Remote work permitted — no employer location restrictions

Worth Knowing

  • Must reside in HK for 7 years continuously before qualification
  • Processing takes 30–90 days; timeline varies by case
  • Annual HK visit required to maintain status (at least once per 12 months)
  • Does not grant constitutional rights of permanent residents (voting, HKID card)

Application Process

1

Prepare proof of residence

2

Submit application

3

Receive approval

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