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Hong Kong maintains an open and liberal policy towards entry for employment.
Foreigners who possess special skills, knowledge or experience of value
to and not readily available in Hong Kong, or who are in a position to
make substantial contributions to its economy are welcome to come to work.
In the light of social and economic developments in Hong Kong and elsewhere,
the coverage of the policy was expanded in July 2003 to allow nationals/residents
of more countries/territories to take up employment in Hong Kong. These
people, after having ordinarily resided in Hong Kong for a continuous
period of not less than seven years and having taken Hong Kong as their
place of permanent residence, may apply to become Hong Kong permanent
residents in accordance with the law. During the year, 15 774 professionals
and persons with technical, administrative or managerial skills from more
than 100 countries/territories were admitted for employment. |
