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fishcado



Joined: 23 Aug 2006
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PostPosted: Sun Jul 08, 2012 9:24 pm    Post subject: Dependent visa question Reply with quote

Hi,

I am wrapping up a second interview for a possible position lin Hong Kong. I am in the U.S. and have been married to my wife who holds a dual HK/US citizenship.

If offered the position, would I need still need a work visa (.i.e, the company to sponsor me) or would I need a dependant visa (not sure of this since my wife works here in US).

Sorry if this has been asked before but I couldnt locate anything similar on the forums. Would appreciate any help!
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brickholz



Joined: 03 Jul 2012
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PostPosted: Sun Jul 08, 2012 10:18 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Actually Fishcado, either one would work.

According to the Hong Konng Immigration Department, you would not be forbidden from getting work on a dependant visa.

No sponsor? No problem!

But, if the company you're interviewing with will sponsor your visa, I would suggest getting your work-visa and your right-to-abode. Couldn't hurt, right?

Regardless, though, if you come in on a dependant visa, you can always apply to change it upon finding a job.
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sistercream



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PostPosted: Mon Jul 09, 2012 1:41 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Note that it doesn't matter whether you have a dependent's visa or an employment visa; you still need 7 years contiguous residence in HK before you get permanent residents' rights.
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fishcado



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PostPosted: Tue Jul 10, 2012 1:28 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Thank you both. I'm hoping to hear back from the end of this week if all went well. The interviewer I spoke with (the hiring mgr.) wasn't sure himself when addressed this subject so I'll make sure to brush on this if it turns out its a point of contention.

I will look at the link you supplied as well thanks again!
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