Got Work Visa, Can I apply for QMAS?

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  1. #1

    Got Work Visa, Can I apply for QMAS?

    Hi,

    I'm currently working in HK with a work visa sponsored by my company. Can I apply for QMAS?

    If I get QMAS, will my work visa be cancelled?

    Thanks in advance.


  2. #2

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    Yes - several people on this forum have reported doing so. And yes your Employment Visa would be cancelled and replaced by the QMAS if granted.


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    The QMAS works like the employment visa in that they will give you a one year QMAS, then review your circumstances the next year. If they believe you still qualify for the QMAS and med the standards, i.e. opened a business or took a job, etc, then you will get a two year visa and so on.

    You can ride this all the way to you PR. In case you don't know, once you have the QMAS you can work anywhere you want, or open a business and still stay in HK.


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    Thanks for the info guys...it really helps clear the air. BTW any idea when the next QMAS is set to open?


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    most probably first week of March