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Ger · Joined: 25 Feb 2004 Posts: 334

With dependant visa status you have to show that you haven't been out of HK for more than 3 months (I think). So Immigration Dept doesn't recognise you as a resident and you only get a 3 year visa at this stage.

What about if you get a NET job, I mean, could you apply for a housing allowance when you are a dependant?

Ger · Joined: 25 Feb 2004 Posts: 334

Hello,

Hong Kong Dependant's Visa 3 years

The sponsorer is a local HK permanent resident.

Do I qualify for NET perks (rent, baggage, flight ticket reimbursement)?

once again · Joined: 27 Jan 2003 Posts: 815

My friend is in a very similar position and he is working on he net scheme. I will ask him about what happens and get back to you.

once again · Joined: 27 Jan 2003 Posts: 815

Ok, checked things out. My friend said this.....he is married to an HK permanent resident, but he has chosen to work on a work visa, sponsored by the school. He DOES get the housing allowance. He was not sure if he would get it if he was on a dependent visa.

Hope that helps.

Ger · Joined: 25 Feb 2004 Posts: 334

It helps.

I wonder why he did it that way, was it to qualify for the perks? Does it mean that he won't qualify for the permanent resident visa?

bellabella · Joined: 23 Jul 2005 Posts: 63 Location: Hong Kong

there is no permanent resident visa. and i would say you wouldn't qualify for the perks of a NET position if you were already here on a dependant visa. as the perks are for those that do not normally reside in hong kong. and as a dependant you are already residing in hong kong.

once again · Joined: 27 Jan 2003 Posts: 815

I think the rule is that you have to show that HK is not your permanent home. So even on a dependants visa it may be possible.