Dependent Visa

Persons who are successful in receiving either an employment visa or a CIES visa may also bring their spouse and dependent children to Hong Kong provided there are sufficient funds and suitable accommodation for them. The limit on their stay is the same as that of the applicant.

A spouse may apply for a dependent visa which allows the holder to undertake almost any type of lawful employment in Hong Kong. Effectively, dependent visas are issued as a matter of course as long as the requisite relationship exists (a couple must be legally married) and suitable proof of:

• actual dependency, and
• evidence of the sponsor’s ability and willingness to support the applicant’s dependency is presented in support of the application is provided.