I was born and raised by chinese parents in HK, but I left HK at age 20to Canada. I am now thinking of getting the HK ID card with right to abode, for ease of entry into & out of HK, and China (after getting the Return Home Permit later).
I just read thru the info of the HK Immigration Dept website. It appears that I have two alternatives: apply overseas, or apply in HK.
However, overseas application require a later reneral in HK: "A PIC issued to a person overseas will be valid for as long as the holder stays abroad. The card must be renewed within 30 days after the holder's return to Hong Kong unless he/she is still under the age of 11."
Overseas application is free, while a HK renewal will cost be over $300.
IS IT NOT CHEAPER & LESS HASSLE FOR ME TO APPLY IN HK, as I will be there later this year for a visit?
Thanks.