Can I apply Dependent Visa without job in HK?

[peterthepooh]

Hello,

I plan on moving to HK but would like to apply dependent visas for my wife and child. I currently still working in Canada so I don't have a job yet in HK. I have purchased a flat for us to live in and can support my family comfortably. I have HKID with ROA. Is it REQUIRED that I have an employment contract in HK before I can apply dependent visas for my family?

Thanks,

Peter

[PDLM]

No, it's not required. You simply have to show that you can support them well above subsistence level. If you already have an apartment here, and can show a substantial amount of liquid assets (held over a reasonable period so they can see it isn't a temporary transfer of money) then you should be OK. I'm not sure exactly what "substantial" means. $10M would obviously be fine, $100K probably not.

[peterthepooh]

Hi PDLM,

You are always quick and helpful in this forum Thank You. I am not willing to give up my current job without knowing that my family can get HK dependent visas/HKID. I wonder what the "resonable period" would be, you think 1 year is resonable?

[PDLM]

I'm not sure - for a Capital Investment Entrant Visa the requirement is two years.

For the definitive answer, email [email protected] with details of your specific case. They are pretty responsive.