IANG Visa extension in progress, Current visa expiring

[ecy5maa]

To make it easier for other member in my situation, I am making a new thread with an update too my previous 2 (apologies if this is considered spamming):

1)http://hongkong.geoexpat.com/forum/54/thread276253.html
2)http://hongkong.geoexpat.com/forum/54/thread276361.html

So I went to the Immigration department today myself, and I was told by the visa officer in charge that as long as I have the extension application receipt, I can stay in Hong Kong as long as they are making a decision, EVEN if my current visa expires.

In case, the IANG visa extension is refused, then I have one day to leave HK. But if approved then all is OK.


I would like to thank all members here who gave me their valuable advice. Really really appreciate the help

[Claire ex-ax]

Appreciate your update! And it must be good to know where you stand.

[usehername]

One day to leave if refused? That seems reasonable

Perhaps if they refuse you, you can give them a receipt to show you have received their refusal letter and will contact them after you've finished processing it in 8 weeks.


Immd can be a right bunch of twats sometimes.